BUDDISM Flashcards

(12 cards)

1
Q

Who is Siddartha Gautama?

A

The Buddha

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2
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What years did Siddartha Gautama live?

A

563-483 BCE

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3
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What role did Siddartha Gautama take on after his enlightenment?

A

Became a teacher at a large group

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4
Q

What is a disciple in Buddhism?

A

A follower of the Buddha’s teachings

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5
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What does the term ‘nirvana’ signify in Buddhism?

A

A state of liberation and freedom from suffering

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6
Q

What does the Buddha’s teachings emphasize regarding suffering?

A

Everyone will share suffering

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7
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What is said about the way to live a joyful life according to Buddhism?

A

Life is blissful

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8
Q

Fill in the blank: According to Buddhism, you are the master of your own _______.

A

life

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9
Q

What is sacred in Buddhism?

A

The place where the Buddha was born

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10
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What significant event is associated with the conception of Siddartha Gautama?

A

A celestial being gave a queen a lotus, indicating her son would be either a half-man or a conqueror

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11
Q

What aspect of Jainism influenced Buddhism?

A

Rid of most rituals

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12
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True or False: According to Buddha, anyone can attain nirvana.

A

True

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