Meet the Buddha
What does the word "Buddha" actually mean?
he Awakened One or The Enlightened One.
What are the four main guidelines of Buddhism called?
The Four Noble Truths.
What is the word for the good and bad actions that impact a person's rebirth?
Karma.
In which modern-day country did Buddhism first begin?
India.
Who was Gautama Budda before he came the Buddha?
Prince Siddhartha Gautama
What was the real name of the prince who became the Buddha?
Siddhartha Gautama.
The first of the Four Noble Truths says that all people experience what in life?
Suffering and sorrow.
What ancient religion did Siddhartha study and later disagree with (especially its caste system)?
Hinduism.
Who is the most well-known spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism?
The Dalai Lama.
Why did Siddhartha leave his palace?
to find a solution to human suffering
According to legend, what four sights inspired him to leave his comfortable life and seek the truth?
An old man, a sick man, a dead man, and a peaceful monk.
What is the Buddhist goal of ultimate peace and happiness that frees a person from the cycle of rebirth?
Nirvana.
What do we call a Buddhist monk or nun's community?
Sangha.
What is a common tool used in Tibetan Buddhism to help focus during prayer and meditation?
A Prayer Wheel.
Where did Siddhartha reach enlightenment?
Bodh Gaya
What tree was Siddhartha sitting under when he finally reached enlightenment?
The Bodhi Tree.
What is the name of the eight-step guide to living a good life and avoiding suffering?
The Eightfold Path.
What is a sacred dome-shaped burial mound that holds holy Buddhist relics?
A Stupa.
What is the term used to describe the principle of non-violence towards all living things?
Ahimsa.
What are some lessons the Buddha taught people?
all suffering stems from ignorance and attachment.