🌸 3.1: The birth of buddha and his life of luxury

Cards (20)

  • Where was the Buddha born?
    Near the border of India and Nepal
  • What do the stories of the Buddha's life combine?
    Facts with legends to express spiritual truths
  • Who was the Buddha's father?
    King Suddhodana
  • What title did Siddhartha Gautama receive after enlightenment?
    Buddha, meaning 'awakened one'
  • What is the significance of the stories about Siddhartha's life?
    They communicate spiritual truths through legends
  • What miraculous event is said to have occurred at Siddhartha's birth?
    He could immediately walk and talk
  • What did Siddhartha do after he was born according to legend?
    Walked seven steps and lotus flowers appeared
  • What prophecy was made shortly after Siddhartha's birth?
    He would become a great king or a holy man
  • How long after Siddhartha's birth did Queen Maya die?
    Seven days
  • Why did King Suddhodana want to protect Siddhartha?
    To shield him from hardship
  • What kind of environment did Siddhartha grow up in?
    A palace surrounded by luxury
  • What did King Suddhodana prepare Siddhartha to become?
    A king
  • How was Siddhartha nurtured according to the Anguttara Nikaya?
    He was entertained by female dancers
  • What did Siddhartha have to ensure his comfort?
    Three mansions for different seasons
  • What are the key events in Siddhartha's early life?
    • Birth in Lumbini Gardens
    • Immediate ability to walk and talk
    • Seven steps with lotus flowers
    • Prophecy of becoming a king or holy man
    • Death of Queen Maya
    • Life of luxury in the palace
  • How could the response to the statement about Siddhartha's early life be improved?
    By acknowledging the symbolic nature of legends
  • What is the approximate time period when Buddhism was founded?
    Around 2500 years ago
  • What is the name of the gardens where Siddhartha was born?
    Lumbini Gardens
  • What does the title 'Buddha' signify?
    It signifies 'awakened one' or 'enlightened one'
  • How do the miraculous events in Siddhartha's life contribute to Buddhist teachings?
    They illustrate spiritual truths and ideals