Buddhism

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Mahatma Gandhi
• Mother Teresa
• Dalai Lama
• Siddhartha Gautama

Why do some scholars describe Buddhism as a philosophy or moral code rather than an organized religion?

• Because they do not believe in Buddhism.

• Because it is non-theistic with no god or deity to worship which is rare for organized religion.

• Because they are Christians and it is a sin for them to believe in other religions.

• i don't know.

Which among the following is NOT true about the historical Buddha?

• The historical Buddha was a prince named Siddhartha Gautama who lived some 2,600 years ago in what is today northern India and Nepal.

• He was a member of the Kshatriya caste in Hinduism.

• He left his family and wealth to look for answers in his questions about human suffereing.

• He is usually portrayed as a smiling and fat Buddha holding a gold ingot.

This is one of the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism that states that 'Life is suffering.'

• Dukkha

• Samudaya

• Nirhodha

• Magga

This denomination of Buddhism is also called as the 'Doctrine of the Elders.'

• Theravada
• Zen
• Vajrayana
• Mahayana

This subdivision of Buddhism means 'Greater Vehicle.'

• Theravada
• Vajrayana
• Zen
• Mahayana

This is the doctrinal foundation of Theravada Buddhism and is the most conservative, and the most complete extant early canon of Buddhist writings.

• Zen Canon
• Pali Canon
• Tibetan Canon
• Sanskrit Canon

In Theravada Buddhism, it refers to those who have achieved nirvana and are referred to as one who is “worthy of honor.”

• Enlightened One
• Arhat

• Bodhisattva
• Zen Master

They are enlightened beings who have put off entering paradise in order to help others attain enlightenment.

• Divine Helpers
• Enlightened Masters
• Paradise Seekers
• Bodhisattvas

This is the goal of the Buddhist path. It is used to refer to the extinction of desire, hatred, and ignorance and, ultimately, of suffering and rebirth. Literally, it means “blowing out” or “becoming extinguished,” as when a flame is blown out or a fire burns out.

• Nirvana
• Himalaya
• Enlightenment
• Zen