Early Religions-Buddhism

Symbol
- Wheel of Life
Origin

Kapilavastu, Nepal (India)
Founder
- Siddharta Gautama
- "Buddha"
Religious Text
- none
- variety of books, no specific one
- sayings passed down
Place of Worship

shrines in homes
Beliefs
- not monotheistic or polytheistic
- getting rid of desire
- compassion for all creatures
- reincarnation > nirvana(perfection thru wisdom) >
- 4 Noble Truths + Eightfold Path
4 Noble Truths
- 1. life is suffering
- 2. suffering is wanting what you dont have and fear of losing what you have
- 3. stop all desires
- 4. eightfold path >
Eightfold Path
- 1. correct views
- 2. intent
- 3. speech
- 4. actions
- 5. trade/ profession
- 6. effort
- 7. mindfullness
- 8. concentration
Monasticism

pursuit of life in penance, prayer, and meditation

Author

Tshiza330

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Card Set

Early Religions-Buddhism

Description

Unit I: Foundations, Religion

Updated

2011-09-25T05:09:44Z

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