Hinduism and Buddhism

This group of Buddhists try to follow the Buddha’s teachings exactly as he stated them.

According to Buddhism, people reincarnate until they reach ______.

Prevent evil and do good.

People belong to different categories. You are born into one and stay there for life

Practice proper meditation.

The effects of good and bad actions on a person’s soul.

Don’t steal from or harm others.

According to legend, how long did the Buddha sit under the Tree of Knowledge?

Who founded Sikhism?

Buddhism taught that anyone from any caste could reach nirvana by following the 8-fold path.

According to the 4 Noble Truths, _____ and _____ are part of human life.

Who was the Buddha?

Believe in the nature of existence as suffering and in the 4 Noble Truths.

Reject work that hurts others.

Who founded Jainism?

One can overcome ignorance/desire by following the ____ that leads to wisdom and enlightenment.

This is the sacred text of Buddhism.

This is a collections of hymns and poems sacred to Hinduism.

A set of spiritual duties; includes accepting your station in life.

What was Siddartha Gautama trying to discover while traveling?

This group believes the Buddha’s teachings can be interpreted to help people reach nirvana.

The Destroyer

Fulfilling your ____________ creates good ___________ which allows you to reach moksha.

Control your feelings and thoughts.

The Preserver

Brahminism developed out of Hinduism.

The Creator

According to the 4 Noble Truths, people can overcome desire and ignorance and reach _____.

Avoid lies and gossip.

Becoming one with Brahmin; escaping the cycle of reincarnation

These were written about the Vedas - to explain them.

Incline toward goodness and kindness.

Which of the following items must Sikhs carry with them?

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Jainism?