Buddhism: Origins, Beliefs, and Spread

The video explores the origins of Buddhism, focusing on Siddhartha Gautama's journey to enlightenment and the core beliefs of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. It discusses the spread of Buddhism across Asia and its various branches, such as Theravada and Mahayana. The video also highlights Buddhism's social impact, particularly its appeal to lower castes and women, and its role as a universal religion.

Who was Siddhartha Gautama before he became the Buddha?

• A farmer

• A merchant

• A prince

• A warrior

What event led Siddhartha Gautama to seek a way to end suffering?

• Losing his wealth

• A war

• Seeing an old man, a sick person, and a funeral procession

• A natural disaster

What is the first of the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?

• Life is suffering

• Desire causes suffering

• Suffering can be overcome

• Follow the Eightfold Path

According to Buddhism, what causes suffering?

• Fear

• Anger

• Desire

• Ignorance

How can one be freed from desire according to Buddhism?

• By praying to gods

• By following the Eightfold Path

• By fasting

• By meditating under a tree

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

• To gain power

• To achieve Nirvana

• To live forever

• To become wealthy

Which branch of Buddhism considers the Buddha as a deity?

• Mahayana Buddhism

• Zen Buddhism

• Theravada Buddhism

• Pure Land Buddhism

What are the Buddhist holy teachings called?

• Sutras

• Quran

• Bible

• Vedas

Which emperor helped spread Buddhism within India?

• Akbar

• Ashoka

• Chandragupta

• Shah Jahan

Why was Buddhism attractive to lower caste people and women?

• It required no rituals

• It allowed more equal social roles

• It promised wealth

• It was a secret society