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    This document provides an overview of the key teachings of Theravada Buddhism, including the life and teachings of Buddha. It discusses the Four Noble Truths that form the basis of Buddhist philosophy: dukkha (suffering), samudava (the cause of suffering), nirodha (the cessation of suffering), and magga (the path to the cessation of suffering). It also outlines the Eightfold Path, which are the steps to end suffering through right view, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.

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    TEACHINGS OF THE BUDDHA

    Theravada Buddhism

    Gunnar Buchhold Annabelle HLG NareshBabu V Pranjali Kumar

    12E5106 12E5301 1211277 1211283

    350550 million buddhists Mahyna as largest major tradition of Buddhism with 56% of practitioners 38% for Theravda and 6% for Vajrayna

    OVERVIEW OF BUDDHISM

    Influences of Upanisads, e.g. concept of karma After mahaparinirvana of Buddha, Buddhist councils to preserve Buddhas saying and rules. Second Buddhist council Sthaviravda (early school) Theravada

    TIMELINE

    Siddharta Gautama (563-483BCE) Born in Kapilavastu, life inside the palace Suffering outside, deeply disturbed Farewell, penance and fasting to extinguish selfish craving Truth not in austerities, enlighted Spread message, became Buddha

    LIFE OF BUDDHA, THE AWAKENED

    Dukkha: The Truth of Suffering


    Life is full of suffering

    Samudava: The Truth of the Cause of Suffering


    Suffering exists due to ignorance and desire

    Nirodha: The Truth of the Cessation of Suffering


    There is a way to end suffering and reach Nirvana

    Magga: The Truth of the Path to the Cessation of Suffering


    This is the way to end suffering : The Eightfold Path

    UNDERSTANDING THE TEACHINGS- FOUR NOBLE TRUTHS

    Generosity & Charity

    Meditation

    Morality

    Eliminating Desire

    Doing Good for Others

    Doing Good for Oneself

    Discipline

    Tolerance

    Wisdom

    SilaMoral Training

    Samma Vaca Perfect Speech

    Samma Kammanta Perfect Action

    Samma Ajiva Perfect Livelihood

    SamadhiMental concentration Panna-

    Samma Vayama Perfect Effort

    Samma Sati Perfect Mindfulness

    Samma Samadhi Perfect Concentration

    Samma Ditthi Perfect Understanding

    Samma Sankappa

    Wisdom

    Perfect Thoughts

    THE EIGHTFOLD PATH


    This is the heart of the Buddhas teaching to live a noble life and to gain liberation.

    Understanding the Four Noble Truths Right Understanding To keep ourselves free from prejudice and see the true
    nature of life

    Right Thoughts

    To turn away from evils of the world and direct our minds towards righteousness To refrain from harmful talk and to speak kindly to all To speak the truth Living a life consistent with our values To see that our actions are peaceful and pure

    Right Speech

    Right Conduct

    UNDERSTANDING THE EIGHTFOLD PATH

    Right Livelihood

    To live in a manner that does not hurt others Work for the good of humanity and use your talents well

    Right Effort

    To direct our efforts into overcoming selfish desires and ignorance Just do it without any excuses; Attitude

    Right Mindfulness
    Right Meditation/ Concentration

    Living where we are; being aware of what we are doing Recognizing the value of the moment

    To concentrate our will on the Buddha, His Life and His Teaching Expanding our consciousness through meditation To be actively involved in pursuing a life full of love and good work

    UNDERSTANDING THE EIGHT FOLD PATH

    THANK YOU

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