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• What are the absolute truths in our world according to the study material?

  Newton's Laws of Motion and The Golden Rule
• What are the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?


  1. Discontent is part of human life (Dukkha)
  2. Dukkha is caused by craving (Tanha)
  3. There is an end to Dukkha (Nirvana)
  4. The way to extinguish Dukkha is through the Eightfold Path
• What is the purpose of the Four Noble Truths?


  To provide a diagnosis and prescription for human suffering
• What does the term 'Dukkha' refer to?


  'Dukkha' refers to suffering or stress
• How does the study material describe the relationship between happiness and suffering?


  Even the happiest experiences can be shadowed by suffering
• What are the kinds of Dukkha mentioned in the study material?

  1. Dukkha-dukkha: Ordinary physical and mental suffering
  2. Viparināma-dukkha: Inherent anxieties of change
  3. Samkhāra-dukkha: Chronic dissatisfaction due to impermanence
• What causes Dukkha according to the Four Noble Truths?


  Dukkha is caused by craving (Tanha)
• What is 'Tanha' in the context of Dukkha?

  'Tanha' refers to thirst, craving, or attachment
• How does craving lead to suffering according to the study material?

  Craving leads to futile attempts to control impermanent things, causing frustration
• What are the forms of Tanha mentioned in the study material?


  1. Kama-tanha: Craving for sensual pleasures
  2. Bhava-tanha: Craving for existence or becoming
  3. Vibhava-tanha: Craving for non-existence or annihilation
• What is the third Noble Truth?


  There is an end or extinction to Dukkha by eliminating Tanha
• What does 'Nirvana' signify in Buddhism?


  'Nirvana' signifies the extinction of the false idea of a permanent self
• How does one achieve happiness and wisdom according to the study material?

  By accepting impermanence and letting go of Tanha
• What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

  1. Samma-Ditthi: Appropriate Outlook
  2. Samma-Sankappa: Appropriate Intention
  3. Samma-Vācā: Appropriate Communication
  4. Samma-Kammanta: Appropriate Conduct
  5. Samma-Ājīva: Appropriate Occupation
  6. Samma-Vāyama: Appropriate Effort
  7. Samma-Sati: Appropriate Mindfulness
  8. Samma-Samādhi: Appropriate Samadhi
• What does 'Samma-Ditthi' involve?


  'Samma-Ditthi' involves acceptance of the Four Noble Truths and impermanence
• What is the focus of 'Samma-Sankappa'?


  'Samma-Sankappa' focuses on acting selflessly out of love and compassion
• What does 'Samma-Vācā' demand?


  'Samma-Vācā' demands clear, truthful, and uplifting communication
• What is the purpose of 'Samma-Kammanta'?


  'Samma-Kammanta' calls for just and upright living
• What does 'Samma-Ajīva' acknowledge?


  'Samma-Ajīva' acknowledges the need to avoid harmful occupations
• What is the focus of 'Samma-Vāyama'?


  'Samma-Vāyama' involves directing life energy towards holistic well-being
• What does 'Samma-Sati' involve?


  'Samma-Sati' involves developing self-conscious meditative awareness
• What is 'Samma-Samādhi' in the context of Buddhist meditation?


  'Samma-Samādhi' entails quieting the body and mind for focused attention
• What are the key aspects of the Eightfold Path?


  • Involves ethical conduct, mental discipline, and wisdom
  • Aims to extinguish Dukkha
  • Encourages a balanced and mindful approach to life