Buddhism: Bodhisattva

What is a Bodhisattva?

• A Bodhisattva is a being who has attained enlightenment but chooses to remain in the cycle of birth and death to help others achieve liberation.

• A Bodhisattva is a mythical creature in Buddhist folklore.

• A Bodhisattva is a term used in Hinduism to describe a spiritual teacher.

• A Bodhisattva is a type of meditation technique.

What is the main goal of a Bodhisattva?

• Live a life of luxury and indulgence.

• Attain enlightenment and help others achieve liberation from suffering

• Seek revenge on those who have caused suffering.

• Achieve personal happiness and success.

What are the qualities of a Bodhisattva?

• Indifference, foolishness, self-centeredness, intolerance, and the aspiration to attain power.

• Greed, ignorance, selfishness, impatience, and the aspiration to attain personal gain.

• Anger, arrogance, laziness, intolerance, and the aspiration to attain wealth.

• Compassion, wisdom, selflessness, patience, and the aspiration to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings.

What is the significance of compassion in the life of a Bodhisattva?

• Compassion is only important for non-Bodhisattvas.

• Compassion is a hindrance to a Bodhisattva's progress.

• Compassion is the driving force behind a Bodhisattva's actions.

• Compassion has no significance in the life of a Bodhisattva.

What are the Six Perfections practiced by a Bodhisattva?

• generosity, morality, patience, diligence, concentration, and wisdom

• selfishness, immorality, impatience, laziness, forgetfulness, and foolishness.

• greed, dishonesty, anger, laziness, distraction, and ignorance.

• compassion, humility, forgiveness, discipline, detachment, and insight.

What is the concept of 'emptiness' in relation to a Bodhisattva?

• The concept of 'emptiness' refers to the understanding that all phenomena have inherent existence or independent existence.

• The concept of 'emptiness' refers to the understanding that all phenomena are full of existence or independent existence.

• The concept of 'emptiness' refers to the understanding that all phenomena lack existence or independent existence.

• The concept of 'emptiness' refers to the understanding that all phenomena lack inherent existence or independent existence.

Who are some famous Bodhisattvas in Buddhism?

• Ganesha, Saraswati, and Lakshmi.

• Jesus, Moses, and Muhammad.

• Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri, and Ksitigarbha

• Mara, Vajrapani, and Samantabhadra.

What is the role of a Bodhisattva in helping others achieve enlightenment?

• The role of a Bodhisattva is to hinder others from achieving enlightenment.

• The role of a Bodhisattva is to ignore others' quest for enlightenment.

• The role of a Bodhisattva is to guide and teach others on the path to enlightenment.

• The role of a Bodhisattva is to achieve enlightenment for themselves only.

How does a Bodhisattva cultivate wisdom?

• By practicing selflessness and compassion.

• By engaging in physical exercise and yoga.

• By seeking guidance from a spiritual teacher.

• Through meditation, studying Buddhist teachings, and reflecting on the nature of reality.

What are some challenges faced by a Bodhisattva on their path?

• Ignorance, anger, and greed.

• Indifference, selfishness, and arrogance.

• Fear, doubt, and laziness.

• Attachment, compassion, and equanimity