The Noble Eightfold Path Flashcards
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What is right view
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Having the correct view of life and accepting what Buddha said about the problems in the world
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Name them
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Right view Right intention Right speech Right action Right livelihood Right effort Right mindfulness Right concentration
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What is right intention
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Having the right attitude to live
Reaching for enlightenment
To help others
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Right speech
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Speak truthfully and harmoniously
Avoid lying, gossip, speaking harshly and time wasting chatter
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Right action
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Not to destroy life Not to steal Not to be unfaithful Not to lie Not to take drugs or alcohol
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Right livelihood
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Earn a living in a way that is of benefit and doesn’t harm others
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Right effort
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Put aside negative and evil thoughts and replace them with good and positive ones
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Right mindfulness
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The practice of calm and awareness through mental training
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Right concentration
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Formal meditation
Prepares the mind for insight into truth
