Exam 4: Buddhism

The Buddhist monastic order that eventually included laypeople is known as the

In Buddhism an enlightened holy person is called

When Buddhism first came into being, women were seen as equal to men in the roles they played.

In Japan, the Zen enlightenment experience is called satori.

Identify the three main results of the First Buddhist Council after the death of the Buddha.

Theravadin Buddhists believe in a heavenly pantheon of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas.

A "guardian angel" in some cultures would be known as a ____ in Buddhism.

The more inclusive major division of Buddhism is the

The Buddha was

Buddhists and Hindus share many aspects of interpreting the world.

Identify and briefly describe each element of the Buddha's Eightfold Path.

Tanha means "desire," "craving," or "grasping."

Identify and briefly describe each of the Four Noble Truths of the Buddha.

The Buddha died at age 60, at home with his wife.

The Eightfold Path is symbolized by

During his enlightenment, it is said that the Buddha stayed under the pipal tree for ____ weeks.

Mahayana Buddhists believe that everyone is a potential Buddha.

The Zen form of Buddhism is considered