Buddhism: Roots, Truths, and Path

The video explores Buddhism, focusing on the Four Noble Truths taught by Siddhartha Gautama, known as Buddha. It discusses the nature of suffering (Dukkha), its origin (Samudaya), its cessation (Niroda), and the path to end it (Maga) through the Eightfold Path. The teachings emphasize inner peace, wisdom, and the extinguishing of desires to achieve Nirvana.

Who was Siddhartha Gautama before he became known as Buddha?

• A farmer

• A nobleman

• A warrior

• A merchant

What is the primary focus of Buddhism?

• Political power

• Accumulation of wealth

• Inner peace and wisdom

• Worship of gods

What does the First Noble Truth, Dukkha, primarily address?

• The origin of suffering

• The cessation of suffering

• The nature of suffering

• The path to enlightenment

According to Buddha, what is the root cause of suffering?

• Pride

• Anger

• Fear

• Desire

Which of the following is NOT one of the three roots of evil in Buddhism?

• Laziness

• Hatred

• Ignorance

• Greed

What does the Third Noble Truth, Niroda, signify?

• The origin of suffering

• The nature of suffering

• The cessation of suffering

• The path to enlightenment

What is the meaning of Nirvana in Buddhism?

• A place of worship

• A type of meditation

• The extinguishing of desires

• A state of eternal suffering

What is the Eightfold Path also known as?

• The Path of Suffering

• The Path of Enlightenment

• The Middle Way

• The Great Path

Which of the following is NOT part of the Eightfold Path?

• Right Speech

• Right Livelihood

• Right Wealth

• Right Concentration

What is the ultimate goal of following the Eightfold Path?

• To become a monk

• To worship Buddha

• To achieve Nirvana

• To gain material wealth