religion Buddhism Flashcards
Anatta:
Means “no-self.” It is the notion that there is no permanent self. A person is always
evolving and in a constant state of change based on their life experiences and choices.
Buddha:
means enlightened/awakened one. The founder of Buddhism was Siddhartha
Gautama.
Bodhisattva:
A compassionate being who enlightens himself or herself and helps others
get enlightened. For example, Ms. Hache ☺
Anicca:
Impermanence; It is the idea that the world is in a constant state of flux/change.
Maya: Illusion;
This means that the world around us in an illusion to distract us from the
truth. For example, materialism is a distraction from knowing one’s spiritual self.
Suffering:
being in Mr. Miceli’s class or Mr. Dollimore’s class. Suffering is
inevitable in life for all people. Buddhism teaches through the Four Noble
Truths how to deal with suffering and overcome fear(and how to find peace
by finding your way into Ms. Hache’s class). ☺
Sutras:
Scriptures establishing the teachings of Buddhism. They are
represented as the discourses or sermons of the Buddha.
Nirvana:
An everlasting state of great joy and peace resulting from the end
of desire and suffering.
Sangha:
A Buddhist monastery.
Siddhartha:
The first Buddha.