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The Four Noble Truths
An underlying principle of Buddhism. The four noble truths are:
1. Life involves suffering
2. Suffering is caused by desire
3. The elimination of desire will lead to a state of bliss nirvana
4. Elimination of desire can be obtained through following the Eightfold Path
1. Life involves suffering
2. Suffering is caused by desire
3. The elimination of desire will lead to a state of bliss nirvana
4. Elimination of desire can be obtained through following the Eightfold Path
The Four Noble Truths by Policy Debater October 14, 2006
Eightfold Path
An underlying principle of Buddhism... Part of The Four Noble Truths
Following all religious and moral laws and generally doing good
Following all religious and moral laws and generally doing good
The Four Noble Truths say: Following the eightfold path will lead to elimination of desire, which will lead to nirvana
Eightfold Path by Policy Debater October 14, 2006
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