What are the core beliefs of Buddhism?
Buddhism teaches “that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct, wisdom, and meditation releases one from desire, suffering, and rebirth”. Thus this already answers the question let me elaborate a little more about this fascinating religion (or just a philosophical way of life). Buddha was Siddhartha Gautama (Nepal, aprox. between 556 and 486 AC), is also knowm as the “Enlightened”, the “Awaken One” and “Who that shows the way”. Follow Buddhism is simple and straight-forward, you only need to: -Know the “Four Noble Truths”. -Based on them, follow the “Eight-fold path”. -Respect the “Five basic precepts”. The Four Noble Truths are: -Life is suffering (Duhkha) -Suffering is due to attachment (Trishna) -Attachment can be avoided (Nirvana) -There is a way to accomplish Nirvana. The Eight-fold Path: PRAJNA (or Wisdom) -Correct Vision (Know the 4 noble truths) -Right Aspiration (Want to
