IAH 204 Study Guide - Final Guide: Gautama Buddha, Four Noble Truths, Shadoof
19 Jul 2019
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A religion founded by siddhartha gautama based on hinduism, teaches that the most important thing in life is to reach peace by ending suffering. Uses four noble truths & the eightfold path. Siddhartha gautama founder of buddhism; born a prince; left his father"s wealth to find the cause of human suffering; also know as buddha nirvana. In buddhism, a state of wisdom and freedom from the cycle of rebirth theocracy. Asoka greatest king of india (mauryan empire) for his commitment to spreading peace and prosperity to all; became buddhist but accepted other religions; decline came after his death stupas. Buddhist shrines that have the shape of a dome or mound. In hinduism, the ancient books of sacred songs on which much of its religious beliefs are based. b. Bhagavad gita part of the mahabharata, most well-known hindu text today, teaches it"s noble to do one"s duty even when it is difficult or painful.
