The Path To Enlightenment Flashcards

1
Q

What is another name for the Middle Way?

A

The Eight Fold Path

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2
Q

What are the 5 Aggregates/Khandas?

A
Form
Sensation
Perception
Mental formations
Consciousness
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3
Q

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

A

To reach Nirvana

To be Enlightened

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4
Q

Why must Buddhists avoid lies, gossip and time-wasting chatter?

A

It may cause suffering to themselves or others

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5
Q

Work should ________, not _______ others

A

Benefit

Harm

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6
Q

Buddhists seek to deepen their _______________ of life

A

Understanding

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7
Q

To make progress, Buddhists must think about _______, conditioned ___________ and the origin of _________

A

Life
Existence
Suffering

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8
Q

‘Right Intention’ is what?

A

A decision to follow the Buddhist path for unselfish reasons

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9
Q

Buddhists should train the mind to …?

A

Set aside negative thoughts and try to see the good in others

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10
Q

Buddhists aim to become more _______ of themselves and their ______________

A

Aware

Surroundings

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11
Q

Meditation trains the mind to become ______, develop loving-___________ and gain insight to the _______ ____ ______

A

Calm
Kindness
Truths of life

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