Quotes
Book
Life of Siddhartha
100
"All wrong-doing arises because of mind.
If mind is transformed can wrong-doing remain?"
100
What did Kamala require before she would take him as a student?
What reason did Kamala have for helping the poor Semana become rich, well-clothed, and learned in the art of love?
100
What was the reason Siddhartha felt alien and unknown to himself?
How could finding oneself help Siddhartha reach enlightenment?
200
"I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act."
What do you think this means, in your own words?
200
What was Govinda's reason for parting with Siddhartha?
Why do you think he chose to follow the Buddha instead?
200
During Siddhartha's time with the Semanas, what was he learning?
What does living the life cycle of creatures and objects through meditation and enduring physical and mental pain teach Siddhartha?
300
"I never see what has been done; I only see what remains to be done."
If you think of a giant, looming pile of homework when you read this quote, then take a piece of candy.
300
In order for Siddhartha to receive a kiss from Kamala, what did he have to do?
Does the art of love teach one about Self? What other values is Siddhartha trying to learn as Kamala's pupil?
300
At the end of Siddhartha's time with Buddha he thought he was robbed of his friend and follower Govinda, but what did he believe the Buddha give him?
Define the term Self.
400
"Om is the bow, the arrow is the soul, Brahman is the arrow's goal At which one aims unflinchingly."
Interpret.
400
"Most people, Kamala, are like a falling leaf that drifts and turns in the air, flutters, and fallsto the ground. But few others are like stars which travel one defined path: no wind reaches them, they have within themselves their guide and path."
Are you a leaf, or a shooting star?
400
What was the flaw Siddhartha found in the Buddha's teachings?
Do you think it's possible to 'reach enlightenment'?
500
"Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue."
Do you agree with this quote? What are some virtues that you hold?
500
What was the facial expression of the Buddha that was imprinted in Siddhartha's memory? (how did Siddhartha know that the Buddha reached enlightenment?)
Did Siddhartha regret meeting the Buddha?
500
What did being a merchant give Siddhartha?
Why didn't Siddhartha take a merchant's business seriously?
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