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Buddhism Buddhism (Eightfold Path Eightfold Path (Right action, Right…
Buddhism
Four Noble Truths
Suffering has a cause
We can be free from suffering by being aware of the cause of suffering
Suffering exists
The solution/cessation of suffering--the eightfold path
Eightfold Path
Right action
Right livelihood
Right speech
Right effort
Right intention
Right concentration
Right view
Right mindfulness
Points of Interest
Rituals
The Buddha didn't focus on traditional rituals, he focused on the universe within.
He did however practice and teach meditation
Death rituals
Symbolism
Origin/Mythology
No creation story, no creator deity. What's important is the issue of human suffering and the solution to it.
Non-Human World
The universe is unspeakably unknown, it is vast and ultimately cannot ever be fully understood. The Buddha encouraged wonder, not belief in the supernatural.
Heaven and hell
37 different levels of heaven to experience peace and well-being
Hell is not visible
Hungry ghost
Religious Specialists
Significant Individuals
14th Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama's are important monks of the Gelug school, which is part of the Tibetan Buddhism tradition.
The Dalai Lama serves as an important political and spiritual figure who leads by example.
Thich Nhat Hahn is a spiritual leader and peace activist. He has given speeches and workshops, authored several books, writes poetry and teaches about compassion and social change.
Pema Chodron is a Buddhist nun, teacher and author. Her focus is on "the wisdom of escape" and cultivating loving kindness toward our whole selves and others. She has inspired millions of people to live with more love and generosity.
Enlightenment
