Module 5 L4 Flashcard

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What title was Siddhartha Gautama given once it was believed that he had reached enlightenment?

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Buddha

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What are the two branches of Buddhism?

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Theravada and Mahayana

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Which king converted to Buddhism and built many Buddhist temples and schools throughout India?

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Asoka

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At the heart of Buddha's teachings was the _______________________________________

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4 Noble Truths

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Those who followed the ___________________________ would achieve nirvana, according to Buddha.

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Eightfold Path

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True or False... once a person reaches the state of nirvana, they will always be stuck in an endless cycle of reincarnation after death.

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False

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How long did Siddhartha sit under the tree to meditate?

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7 weeks

Front

What are missionaries?

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People who work to spread their religious beliefs to other kingdoms