Basic Buddhist Beliefs

Buddha

Three Characteristics Of Existence

1. Impermanence
2. Suffering
3. Egolessness Four Noble Truths 1. Life is subject to suffering
Birth - Illness - Death

2. Suffering is caused by ignorance
which leads to desire

3. Suffering can be eliminated
by eliminating desire

4. "Middle Way" eliminates desire

Eightfold Path      Wisdom
1. Right Understanding
2. Right Thoughts
     Morality
3. Right Speech
4. Right Action
5. Right Livelihood
    Meditation
6. Right Effort
7. Right Mindfulness
8. Right Concentration Five Precepts 1. Do not be violent (no killing)
2. Do not steal or commit any dishonesty
3. Do not commit sexual misconduct
4. Do not tell lies or slander
5. Do not use mind-altering substances (drugs or alcohol)

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Bolivia, North Carolina 284222

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