Basic Concepts of Buddhism

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Buddhism

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A religion that teaches how to be peaceful, kind, and happy by understanding themselves and the world around them.

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Eightfold Path

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A set of eight important things people can do to live a good and happy life.

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Alms

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Gifts, like food or money, that people give to help others who need it.

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Enlightenment

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When someone understands how to stop suffering.

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Four Noble Truths

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Important ideas in Buddhism that help people understand why there is suffering and how to feel better.

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Nirvana

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A special kind of peace and happiness that comes when someone is free from suffering and all their desires.

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Buddha

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The person who started Buddhism.

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Prince Siddhartha Gautama

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The man who later became known as the Buddha.