key term - Buddhism

Definition

Buddhism is a religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) that emphasizes personal spiritual development through meditation, ethical living, and understanding the nature of reality. It seeks to achieve enlightenment and liberation from suffering.

Related terms

Nirvana: The ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Four Noble Truths: The core teachings of Buddhism that explain the nature of suffering and the path to its cessation.

Karma: The law of cause and effect in Buddhism, where one's actions have consequences in this life or future lives.