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What are the three refuges
buddha, sangha, dhamma
The pali canon has authority - GIVE ONE POINT FOR AND AGAINST
it is authentic and unadultered BUT oral transmission process could limit its authenticity
What do buddhists believe about the state of the universe. HINT: link to anicca
it is in a state of constant change and flux
How can being happy cause you suffering?
due to anicca
what was the point of the parable of the burning house?
teachings of the buddha are like the father getting the kids out of a burning house and giving them greater treasure
when do buddhists believe life begins?
at conception
define akusala actions
unskilful actions
define kusala actions
skilful actions
define ahimsa
non-violence
Buddhists have free will - ONE POINT FOR AND AGAINST
for; the buddha taught that we have free will, against; paticassamupada
What parts of the 8 fold path link to sila?
right speech, right action, right livelihood
What do each of the 6 paramitas link to?
Karuna - the goal of bodhisattvas
What is another term for the 6 perfections?
6 paramitas
What are the 6 perfections of Mahayana Buddhism?
Generosity, morality, patience, zeal, meditation, wisdom
What is Paticcasamuppada?
Dependent origination - the 12 links in the outer circle of the Tibetan wheel of life
What are the 5 moral precepts for monastics?
abstain from food after midday, luxurious bed, entertainment, personal adornments, gold&silver
What are the 5 moral precepts for lay buddhists?
abstain from; taking life, taking what is not given, false speech, sensual pleasures, intoxication
What are the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
Wisdom, morality and concentration
what was the point of the parable of kisa gotami and the mustard seed
that all things are impermenant
what is shunyata
emptiness
what are the 3 bodies of the buddha?
dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, nirmanakaya
what did Nagasena describe nirvana as?
an ocean
what is the dhamachakra?
the dharma wheel
what is the pali word for craving?
tanha
what is the tipitaka?
3 baskets of the pali canon
How can the chariot analogy be used to describe the 5 skhandas?
There is no greater “essence” behind the name “chariot”. This name only refers to a collection of parts
what are the 5 skhandas - each element
form, sensations, perceptions, impulses, consciousness
what are the 5 skhandas? - the definition!
the 5 elements someone is made up of
what are the 3 marks of existence
dukkha, anatta, anicca
what did Snelling describe Bodhisattvas as?
spiritual heros
what is upaya kusala?
skilful means
explain the parable of the jewel in the robe
we all possess the jewel (buddha nature) but are often unaware. We need guidance in order to understand/become aware
what 2 qualities do mahayana buddhists value most?
compassion and wisdom
what is the ultimate goal of a mahayana buddhist?
to become a bodhisattva?
what do mahayana buddhists sometimes use the word arhat to describe?
someone who is far along the path of enlightenment but has not yet become enlighten
complete the quote from the buddha "I am the teacher .......
supreme
what do most buddhists (particularly lay buddhists) strive for?
better rebirth - either human or heavenly
give 3 descriptions of nirvana
blowing out, cessation, ocean, blisss, truth
What are the 6 realms that one can be reborn into?
gods, demi gods, humans, animal, ghosts, hell
what is the term for lesser vehicle
hinayana
define 'mahayana'
greater vehicle
define 'theravada'
the elders/way of the elders
why do people suffering according to the buddha?
due to desire and ignorance
the cyle of birth death and rebirth is known as ...
samsara
what are the pali terms for the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
sila, panna/prajna, samadhi
what are the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
morality, wisdom, meditation
what are the Pali terms for each of the 4 noble truths?
Dukkha, Samudaya, Niroda, Magga
what are the 4 noble truths?
suffering, origin of suffering, cessation of suffering, path to end suffering
What two possible futures did the Hindu priests predict for Prince Siddhartha?
a great ruler or enlightened being
what does the 'buddha' mean?
enlightened one
Define ordained
to become a monk/nun
which part of the tripitaka is most important for monks?
Vinaya pitaka
What is a Bhikku
A Buddhist monk
What should a monk do if they break the rules and why?
Leave the sangha because it has worse karmic effects
Why are monks well respected in Thailand?
because they have better karma and have a higher chance of reaching enlightenment
one way in which the lay community is involved in the sangha
giving alms, donating land, labour, service within the monastery
Which Buddhist monk self immolated in the 1960s?
Thich Quang Duc
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