Life of Buddha
Buddha was known by this name before attaining enlightenment.
Who was Siddhartha?
Essence of Buddhism.
What are the four noble truths?
They were the members of the monastic order.
Who were the Bhikshus and Bhikshunis?
The ruler who played a major role in spreading Buddhism across India and beyond.
Who is Ashoka?
This sect of Buddhism denied on the existence of God.
What did Hinayana Buddhism deny on?
Buddha was born in the place.
What is Lumbini?
The way to attain nirvana according to Buddhism.
What is eight fold path or ashta marga?
This is also known as the ten commandments.
What is Paramita?
Ashoka sent his son Mahindra to this country to spread Buddhism.
How was Buddhism spread in Srilanka?
The Tripitaka is written in this ancient language.
What is Pali?
Siddhartha became the Enlightened One.
What is the significance of the old man, sick man, dead man and ascetic in Buddha's life?
Man becomes free from the cycle of birth and death.
What is Nirvana?
The Bhikshus and the Bhikshunis slept here during in their travels .
What are viharas?
Buddha established this in Magadha.
What is Bodh Sangha?
This part of the Tripitaka contains Buddha's teachings.
What is Sutta Pitaka?
Buddha attained enlightenment under this tree.
What is the significance of the Peepal tree?
The evil deeds will be punished and good deeds will be rewarded.
What is wheel of existence?
The members of the Viharas had to follow this.
What are chastity,, austerity, devotion and purity?
Buddha attained this at the age of 80.
What is mahaparinirvana?
These stories explain the previous lives of the Buddha.
These stories explain the previous lives of the Buddha.
Mahabhishkramana
What is Buddha's 'Great Renunciation' known as?
Buddha was known as the founder of Truth
Who was known as Tathagat?
These were the code of conduct formulated by Buddha for his followers.
What does 'not to tell a lie, not to own property, not to consume alcoholic drinks, not to commit violence, not to indulge in corrupt practices', signify in Buddhism?
They are the mounds which have the sacred remains if Buddha.
What are stupas?
This is one of the three baskets that deals with Buddhist Philosophy.
What is Abhidhama Pitaka?