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  • What two possible futures did the Hindu priests predict for Prince Siddhartha?
    a great ruler or enlightened being
  • define akusala actions
    unskilful actions
  • what 2 qualities do mahayana buddhists value most?
    compassion and wisdom
  • What are the 6 realms that one can be reborn into?
    gods, demi gods, humans, animal, ghosts, hell
  • which part of the tripitaka is most important for monks?
    Vinaya pitaka
  • what is the dhamachakra?
    the dharma wheel
  • complete the quote from the buddha "I am the teacher .......
    supreme
  • what is the ultimate goal of a mahayana buddhist?
    to become a bodhisattva?
  • why do people suffering according to the buddha?
    due to desire and ignorance
  • what do most buddhists (particularly lay buddhists) strive for?
    better rebirth - either human or heavenly
  • what are the 4 noble truths?
    suffering, origin of suffering, cessation of suffering, path to end suffering
  • what are the pali terms for the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
    sila, panna/prajna, samadhi
  • what is upaya kusala?
    skilful means
  • What should a monk do if they break the rules and why?
    Leave the sangha because it has worse karmic effects
  • what are the 5 skhandas - each element
    form, sensations, perceptions, impulses, consciousness
  • what are the Pali terms for each of the 4 noble truths?
    Dukkha, Samudaya, Niroda, Magga
  • 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
  • Define ordained
    to become a monk/nun
  • what did Nagasena describe nirvana as?
    an ocean
  • 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 is another term for the 6 perfections?
    6 paramitas
  • define ahimsa
    non-violence
  • what are the 3 bodies of the buddha?
    dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, nirmanakaya
  • what are the 5 skhandas? - the definition!
    the 5 elements someone is made up of
  • what is the pali word for craving?
    tanha
  • define 'theravada'
    the elders/way of the elders
  • what was the point of the parable of kisa gotami and the mustard seed
    that all things are impermenant
  • What is a Bhikku
    A Buddhist monk
  • when do buddhists believe life begins?
    at conception
  • Which Buddhist monk self immolated in the 1960s?
    Thich Quang Duc
  • What do buddhists believe about the state of the universe. HINT: link to anicca
    it is in a state of constant change and flux
  • what is the tipitaka?
    3 baskets of the pali canon
  • What are the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
    Wisdom, morality and concentration
  • Buddhists have free will - ONE POINT FOR AND AGAINST
    for; the buddha taught that we have free will, against; paticassamupada
  • give 3 descriptions of nirvana
    blowing out, cessation, ocean, blisss, truth
  • 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
  • What parts of the 8 fold path link to sila?
    right speech, right action, right livelihood
  • What are the 5 moral precepts for monastics?
    abstain from food after midday, luxurious bed, entertainment, personal adornments, gold&silver
  • what did Snelling describe Bodhisattvas as?
    spiritual heros
  • the cyle of birth death and rebirth is known as ...
    samsara
  • define kusala actions
    skilful actions
  • What is Paticcasamuppada?
    Dependent origination - the 12 links in the outer circle of the Tibetan wheel of life
  • what are the 3 categories of the 8 fold path?
    morality, wisdom, meditation
  • define 'mahayana'
    greater vehicle
  • one way in which the lay community is involved in the sangha
    giving alms, donating land, labour, service within the monastery
  • What are the three refuges
    buddha, sangha, dhamma
  • 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 does the 'buddha' mean?
    enlightened one
  • 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
  • what is shunyata
    emptiness
  • what are the 3 marks of existence
    dukkha, anatta, anicca
  • what is the term for lesser vehicle
    hinayana
  • How can being happy cause you suffering?
    due to anicca
  • Why are monks well respected in Thailand?
    because they have better karma and have a higher chance of reaching enlightenment
  • What are the 5 moral precepts for lay buddhists?
    abstain from; taking life, taking what is not given, false speech, sensual pleasures, intoxication
  • What do each of the 6 paramitas link to?
    Karuna - the goal of bodhisattvas
  • What are the 6 perfections of Mahayana Buddhism?
    Generosity, morality, patience, zeal, meditation, wisdom
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