4 Noble Truths of the Buddha
Conditioned existence has 3 types of suffering: In this 1st post of a four-part series, we review the 4 Noble Truths and take a deep dive into the 1st Noble Truth of Buddhism – Suffering. Overview of the 4 Noble Truths 4 Noble Truths in Buddhism simplified English Sanskrit key points Life is Suffering dukkha […]
The 2nd Noble Truth: the origin of suffering is ego. Ego is the false belief that the aggregates comprise an independent, singular, and permanent self. The ego attempts to use phenomena to confirm its existence and ward off threats, leading to suffering in the form described in the 1st Noble Truth. 4 Noble Truths 4 […]
The 3rd Noble Truth is Nirvana, the Cessation of Suffering by seeing through the illusion of ego and establishing that insight in meditation, on a permanent basis. This allows the arhat to remain in nirvana and not to take rebirth. Four Noble Truths simplified 4 Noble Truths in Buddhism English Sanskrit key points Life is […]
Magga / Marga, the 4th Noble Truth is the path of meditation, study, and contemplation of the Buddha’s teachings.
