teachings
This foundational Buddhist concept refers to the ultimate state of spiritual liberation, the extinction of desire, and freedom from the cycle of rebirth
Nirvana
what is the main goal of Buddhists
reaching enlightenment or Nirvana
What are the basic moral rules Buddhists try to follow
Five Precepts
What is the main goal Buddhists want to achieve
enlightenment or Nirvana
Where did Buddhism originate from
Buddhism originated out of India
This is the name for the Fourth Noble Truth, the practical method that leads to the end of suffering
eightfold path
What term describes the idea that all things are connected in Buddhism
dependent origination
How does karma affect a person's future in Buddhism
actions have consequences/ ruins next life.
According to Buddhism, does a permanent soul or self exist
No
What is the holy book of Buddhism
There is no single holy book
In Buddhism, this represents the natural, universal law of cause and effect, determining one's spiritual rebirth.
Karma
Name two major branches of Buddhism
Theravāda and Mahāyāna
What is the term for avoiding harm to all living things
Ahimsa
What do the Four Noble Truths teach about suffering
They explain why we suffer and how to end suffering.
What is the Laughing Buddha
the laughing Buddha is actually a monk
This final step of the Eightfold Path involves deep concentration and a focused mind.
Right Concentration
In Mahayana Buddhism, what are the compassionate beings called who help others
Bodhisattvas
What is the focus of Engaged Buddhism in terms of ethical action
What is applying Buddhist teachings to social issues and helping improve society
What does the idea of emptiness (Śūnyatā) say about how things exist
That everything depends on other things and has no fixed existence.
What number is Buddhism in followers worldwide
Buddhism is the fourth largest religion in the world
According to the Second Noble Truth, suffering and dissatisfaction are caused by this
Craving
Which philosophy explains that all things are empty of fixed existence
Madhyamaka
Name a prominent Buddhist monk known for promoting social justice and peace through Engaged Buddhism.
Who is Thich Nhat Hanh
what is the buddhas name
Siddhartha Gautama
Whats does the word Buddha mean
the word Buddha means enlightened one.