Scriptures
Does Buddhism have a single, universal scripture?
No, it does not.
Where did Buddhism originate from?
Northeastern India
What percent of Canada's population practices Buddhism?
1%
Explain Karma
The good or bad actions a person does in their life
Will Buddhism have a strong future in Canada?
Yes, as Canada's population is growing to be more diverse, Buddhism will have a strong future.
Who's teachings do the scripture(s) revolve around?
Gautama Buddha
Fill in the blank:
Buddhism is mostly developed using concepts of ____
Philosophy
What is the Buddhist Population in Canada?
356,975
What is the stage of enlightenment referred to in Buddhism?
Nirvana
In the past, were Buddhist teachings Oral or Written?
Oral
What language was the Buddhism Scripture first recorded in?
What does the word "Buddha" mean?
The Awakened One or The Enlightened One
Of which nationality were the first Buddhists who arrived to Canada?
Japanese and Chinese
Who was the first person to achieve Nirvana?
Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)
True or False: Buddhism did not adapt to other the cultures of other regions.
False; as Buddhism moved to other regions such as Sri Lanka or Japan, it adapted to the cultures of each region.
What tradition is the Chinese Canon Scripture for?
Mahayana Traditions
What is the name of the person who helped in the origins of Buddhism?
Ashoka
Which provinces in Canada have the highest Buddhist population?
British Columbia, Quebec, and Ontario
What does the festival Loy Krathong symbolize?
A festival that symbolizes letting go of bad luck and negativity
How is Secular Buddhism (meditation and philosophy) growing amongst youth in Canada?
Younger Canadians have a growing interest in Secular Buddhism.
Name the 3 baskets in the Tipitaka.
- Vinaya Pitaka (Discipline Basket)
- Sutra Pitaka (Teaching Basket)
- Abhidharma Pitaka (Higher Doctrine Basket)
Did the Buddha have any written Scriptures?
No. His teachings were preserved orally instead.
What is the name of the first Buddhist Temple in Canada?
Tam Kung Temple
Name the 4 Noble Truths
1. The Truth of Suffering
2. The Truth of the Cause of Suffering
3. The Truth of the End of Suffering
4. The Truth of the Path that leads to the End of Suffering
In which topic(s) will help Buddhism spread in Canada?
Mental Health, meditation, etc.