four noble truths Flashcards
what was the first noble truth?
the first noble truth stated everything in the world involves dukka. additionally each persons kamma, affects their future lives because life involves suffering.
what was the second noble truth?
our own suffering [dukkha] is caused by our own attachments and cravings/desires.
what was the third noble truth?
by overcoming attachment,cravings and desires we can escape dukka [suffering]. we can do this by breaking out of the rebirth cycle and achieving nibbana , which brings freedom.
what was the fourth and final noble truth?
the way to stop craving is to follow the middle way and Eightfold path. if we can follow this we can achieve nibbana and leave behind any imperfections/overcoming dukka[suffering].middle way is used to live a life to no extremes
