Prelim Buddhist Beliefs 1. 3 Jewels

What is the central philosophy of Buddhist teachings?

• The impact of cause and effect

• The worship of gods

• The importance of rituals

• The pursuit of wealth

What is the aim of Buddhism ?

• To gain material wealth

• To eliminate the cause of suffering

• To worship multiple gods

• To achieve political power

What are the Three Jewels in Buddhism?

• Buddha, Dharma, Sangha

• Buddha, Karma, Nirvana

• Dharma, Karma, Nirvana

• Sangha, Karma, Nirvana

What does taking refuge in the Three Jewels signify?

• Expressing confidence in the Buddha, his teachings, and the community

• Worshipping the Buddha as a god

• Seeking material wealth

• Achieving political power

What did the Buddha discourage people from doing?

• Worshipping him as a god

• Practicing meditation

• Seeking enlightenment

• Following the Dharma

What does taking refuge in the Buddha mean?

• Affirming one's devotion to realizing one's own Buddha nature

• Worshipping the Buddha as a god

• Seeking material wealth

• Achieving political power

Who is considered the best role model for Buddhists?

• A monk

• The Buddha

• A priest

• A teacher

What does the Buddha advise his followers to do?

• Meditate daily

• Look within, thou art the Buddha

• Follow the Eightfold Path

• Pray to the Buddha

What does the Dharma primarily mean?

• The rituals performed by Buddhists

• The teachings of the Buddha

• The pilgrimage sites of Buddhism

• The statues of the Buddha

What is the Dharma often compared to?

• A mountain

• A river

• A raft

• A tree