Buddhism Terms

Buddha – The founder of Buddhism (Siddhartha Gautama).
→ Think: The awakened teacher.

Dharma – Buddha’s teachings and truths.
→ Think: Buddhist life advice.

Nirvana – Total peace and freedom from suffering.
→ Think: The calmest happiness possible.

Sangha – The community of Buddhist monks, nuns, or followers.
→ Think: Spiritual family.

Annica (Anicca) – Nothing lasts forever; everything changes.
→ Think: Everything’s temporary.

Dukkha – Life includes suffering or dissatisfaction.
→ Think: Things don’t always go right.

Anatta – There is no unchanging self or soul.
→ Think: We are always changing.

Ahimsa – Don’t hurt others (non-violence).
→ Think: Peace over harm.

Mandala – A spiritual circle design used in meditation.
→ Think: A detailed calming symbol.

Koan – A strange riddle used in Zen Buddhism to make you think deeply.
→ Think: Mind puzzles for enlightenment.