Self, Death and Afterlife (Buddhism) Flashcards
What is the goal of life for Theravada Buddhists?
Become an Arhat (perfected saint)
What are the 4 stages of becoming an Arhat?
- Stream-enterer
- Once-returner
- Non-returner
- Full Arhat
What is the goal of life for Mahayana Buddhists?
Become a Bodhisattva (enlightened being on Earth)
What is the Bodhisattva Vow?
A vow to save all sentient beings from suffering before pursuing Nirvana oneself
What do Buddhists encourage for those who cant attain enlightenment in this lifetime?
Create positive karma and achieve a better rebirth
What group do Theravada Buddhists believe cannot reach enlightenment?
Women
what are the 5 skandhas (aggregates)?
- Matter
- Sensations
- Perceptions
- Mental Formations
- Consciousness
What metaphor does Nagasena use to explain anatta to King Milinda?
A chariot
What are the 6 realms of existence o the Tibetan wheel of life?
- Human realm
- God realm
- Angry God realm
- Hungry ghost realm
- Animal realm
- Hell realm
What are the 3 interpretations of the Tibetan Wheel of Life?
- Literal
- Metaphorical
- Psycological
What concept influences rebirth and the realms?
Karma
Who do Tibetan Buddhists believe the Dalai Lama is a is a reincarnation of?
Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion
