Y10 Buddhism Keyword Set 2

Question 1

Buddha

Answer 1

Historically the Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama). An awakened or enlightened person.

Question 2

Dhamma

Answer 2

The teachings of the Buddha; these are the ultimate truth. Can also refer to following the Buddhist path (following the dharma).

Question 3

Sangha

Answer 3

The community of Buddhist believers, often used to refer to the monastic community.

Question 4

Three Refuges

Answer 4

The Buddha (teacher), Dhamma (teachings), and Sangha (community) that guide Buddhists on their spiritual path.

Question 5

Enlightenment

Answer 5

A state of wisdom that enables total clarity and understanding of the truths of existence; achieving Enlightenment (Buddhahood) allows a being to be freed from the cycle of rebirth.

Question 6

Three Realisations

Answer 6

Three Realisations: These are the three important truths that the Buddha discovered on his journey to enlightenment:

The Reality of Suffering: Understanding that life includes pain, aging, and death.

The Cause of Suffering: Realizing that our desires and attachments cause suffering.

The End of Suffering: Knowing that by letting go of desires, we can end suffering and reach peace (Nirvana).

Question 7

Meditation

Answer 7

A spiritual experience that opens a person up to the highest state of consciousness; one of the Mahayanan six perfections, and part of the Eightfold Path (Samadhi).