Buddhism

Siddhartha Gautama

Born into the warrior class in India and later known as the Buddha, meaning 'The Enlightened One.'

The Four Passing Sights

The sights that made Siddhartha realize suffering is part of life: an old man, a sick person, a dead body, and a holy man.

The Middle Way

A balanced approach to life, avoiding both extreme luxury and extreme suffering.

Nirvana

The ultimate goal in Buddhism, a state of eternal peace, freedom from suffering, and release from samsara.

The Sangha

The first Buddhist community, which included monks, nuns, and ordinary people from all social classes.

The Three Jewels

The core elements of Buddhism: The Buddha (the teacher), The Dharma (the teachings), and The Sangha (the community).

Dharma in Buddhism

Refers to the teachings and wisdom of the Buddha.

Samsara

The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that Buddhists seek to escape by reaching enlightenment and nirvana.

The Five Precepts

• Do not kill living things

• Do not steal

• Do not lie

• Do not engage in sexual misconduct

• Do not use intoxicants (drugs or alcohol)

Five Additional Precepts for Monks and Nuns

1. Do not eat after noon

2. Do not watch entertainment (music, dancing, shows)

3. Do not use perfumes or jewelry

4. Do not sleep on luxurious beds

5. Do not accept money

The Four Noble Truths

1. Life is suffering (Dukkha)
   

2. Suffering is caused by desire (Tanha)
   

3. Suffering can end
   

4. The way to end suffering is the Eightfold Path