symbol for the eightfold path

a representation of the four noble truths

a sign of enlightenment

a tool for meditation

founder of Buddhism

a famous Indian emperor

a prominent philosopher in ancient Greece

a key figure in Hinduism

an enlightened soul; title meaning to be 'awake' to all things

a historical figure known for his military conquests

a religious text containing teachings of various deities

a philosophical concept related to the nature of reality

'Great Vehicle,' the northern and eastern form of Buddhism

A type of meditation practice

An ancient Indian scripture

A school of thought in Hinduism

mindful concentration

active distraction

thought suppression

emotional detachment

A form of Buddhism found in Sri Lanka and southeast Asia

A type of meditation practice

A school of Hindu philosophy

A branch of Christianity

going without food for a period of time

eating small meals throughout the day

consuming only liquids for a week

skipping breakfast only

A path of moderation between extremes

A philosophy of indulgence

A method of strict discipline

A way to achieve maximum pleasure

A type of traditional Japanese house

A multistoried Buddhist temple with eaves that curve up at the corners

A style of painting in ancient China

A form of martial arts originating in Korea

A type of musical instrument

A cylinder with prayers written on it

A decorative piece of art

A tool for meditation

guidelines for how to reach Nirvana

a set of moral precepts for daily living

a collection of ancient texts

a path to material success

the state of being aware of, or awakened to, the true nature of existence and the realization of the way to end suffering

a period of intellectual and cultural growth in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries

a philosophical belief that emphasizes the importance of reason and individualism

a religious experience characterized by a profound sense of peace and connection to the universe

three groups of religious writings

a type of ancient manuscript

a collection of philosophical essays

a form of musical composition

place where Buddhism was founded

a country known for its deserts

the largest democracy in the world

a region famous for its pyramids

the community of Buddhist monks and nuns

a type of meditation practice

a Buddhist scripture

a festival celebrated by Buddhists

sick man

old man

dead man

monk

formed in Tibet; a mixture of indigenous religion and Buddhism

originated in India; a form of Hinduism

developed in China; a sect of Taoism

established in Japan; a type of Shintoism

leader of Tibetan Buddhism

president of China

prime minister of India

king of Nepal

a bell-shaped structure usually associated with a temple, which contains relics

a type of ancient manuscript

a ceremonial dance performed in temples

a sacred text of Buddhism