Faith and Crit reasoning - Quiz

Emptiness definition

the realization that reality lacks inherent, separate existence.

Emptiness example:

When the Dalai Lama describes the state of consciousness at the time of death as one that is beyond duality or form

Impermanence

The concept that all things are in a constant state of change and nothing is permanent.

Impermanence example:

As the Dalai Lama explains the gradual dissolution of the body and mind during the dying process

No self/ no soul

the concept of not having a singular self of entity

no self/ no soul example

When he discusses how consciousness continues after death without a fixed identity or unchanging soul

Interdependence

the principle that all phenomena are interconnected and reliant on each other for existence

Interdependence example

The Dalai Lama’s reflection that even his own facial expression or attitude could contribute to creating an enemy, showing that everything is connected

Penetration

to understand one is to become the, to get up close with whatever you want to understand

Penetration Example

When he describes training the mind to anticipate the experiences of death

Bodhisattva

A person who seeks enlightenment not only for themselves but also for the benefit of all beings, delaying their own enlightenment to help others

Bodhisattva example

In his conversation about forgiveness, the Dalai Lama insists that one must stand firm against wrongdoing not out of hatred, but out of compassion—for both the victim and the wrongdoer