Eightfold Path
This many steps make up the Noble Path in Buddhism.
Eight
What is the full name of the person who created the Four Noble Truths?
Siddhartha Gautama
What causes Dukkha?
Obsession and attachment
These are the basic ethical precepts that lay Buddhists are encouraged to follow.
The Five Precepts
In which country did Siddhartha Gautama begin Buddhism?
India
This part of the Eightfold Path means treating others with respect and acting in a way that supports their rights and dignity
Right Action
What is the first Noble Truth?
Life has suffering, like getting sick or feeling sad.
Is Nirvana a physical place or a mental concept?
Mental concept
Which of the 5 Precepts involves taking care of other people's things and respecting the property of others?
Do not steal
This process happens when a person dies and has not reached nirvana in their current life.
Rebirth/reincarnation
What does “Right Speech” mean in the Eightfold Path?
Speaking truthfully, kindly, and avoiding lies, gossip, or hurtful words.
This foundational teaching of Buddhism explains that suffering is a part of life, has a cause, can end, and there is a path to its end.
The Four Noble Truths
Different to heaven in many religions, this state refers to no suffering and is the final goal in Buddhism.
Nirvana
What are the Five Precepts in Buddhism used for?
They are used to help people live a good and respectful life by avoiding harm and doing what is right.
What does "Right Mindfulness" involve in the Eightfold Path?
Training your mind to be in the present moment, e.g. through meditation
What is the "middle way" in Buddhism?
A life path that avoids the extremes of indulgence and self-punishment.
According to the Four Noble Truths, what 2 things can people do to end suffering?
1. Let go of obsessions and attachments
2. Follow the Eightfold Path
What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?
To achieve enlightenment and escape the cycle of rebirth.
Name all of the 5 Precepts
1. to abstain from taking life
2. to abstain from taking what is not given
3. to abstain from sensuous misconduct
4. to abstain from false speech
5. to abstain from intoxicants as tending to cloud the mind
What is the sangha?
The community of Buddhist monks and nuns
Name all elements of the Eightfold Path
Right View, Right Intention, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration.
This is the noble truth that states suffering is ended by stopping want.
Nirodha
How does Nirvana end the state of Dukkha?
Dukkha means suffering or dissatisfaction, while Nirvana means making peace with the ups and downs of life.
Which of the 5 Precepts best links to the Natural Law theory, which states that all humans hold an intrinsic value to preserve life.
The first precept (don't kill)
Siddhartha learnt that each village was suffering from something. List each of the four sufferings.
-The first village was suffering from sickness and old age.
-The second village was suffering from desire and craving.
-The third village was suffering from ignorance and delusion.
-The fourth village was suffering from the lack of clear path towards enlightment.