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Buddhism and the Principle of Non-Harm in Environmental Philosophy

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In Buddhism, the principle of non-harm is known as:

  1. ahimsa

  2. karuna

  3. metta

  4. mudita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the Sanskrit word for non-violence or non-harm. It is a central principle in Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism.

According to the Buddhist teachings, what is the root cause of suffering?

  1. attachment

  2. ignorance

  3. hatred

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Buddhism, the root cause of suffering is seen as attachment, ignorance, and hatred. These three mental states are seen as the source of all unwholesome actions, which in turn lead to suffering.

The Buddhist concept of interdependence is known as:

  1. pratitya-samutpada

  2. anatta

  3. sunyata

  4. karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pratitya-samutpada is the Sanskrit term for dependent origination or interdependence. It is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that all things in the universe are interconnected and interdependent.

According to Buddhism, what is the goal of life?

  1. nirvana

  2. samsara

  3. moksha

  4. brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nirvana is the ultimate goal of life in Buddhism. It is a state of perfect peace, happiness, and liberation from suffering.

The Buddhist principle of non-harm extends to:

  1. all living beings

  2. humans only

  3. animals only

  4. plants only


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Buddhist principle of non-harm extends to all living beings, including humans, animals, and plants.

In Buddhism, the practice of mindfulness is used to:

  1. develop compassion

  2. reduce suffering

  3. increase awareness

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mindfulness is a practice that involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment. It is used in Buddhism to develop compassion, reduce suffering, and increase awareness.

The Buddhist concept of emptiness or voidness is known as:

  1. sunyata

  2. anatta

  3. pratitya-samutpada

  4. karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sunyata is the Sanskrit term for emptiness or voidness. It is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that all things are empty of inherent existence.

The Buddhist concept of no-self is known as:

  1. anatta

  2. sunyata

  3. pratitya-samutpada

  4. karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anatta is the Sanskrit term for no-self. It is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that there is no permanent, unchanging self.

The Buddhist concept of karma refers to:

  1. the law of cause and effect

  2. the cycle of birth and death

  3. the ultimate goal of life

  4. the practice of mindfulness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma is the Sanskrit term for the law of cause and effect. It is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that every action has a corresponding reaction.

The Buddhist principle of non-attachment is known as:

  1. upekkha

  2. anatta

  3. sunyata

  4. karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Upekkha is the Sanskrit term for non-attachment. It is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that we should not be attached to anything in the world.

The Buddhist practice of loving-kindness is known as:

  1. metta

  2. karuna

  3. mudita

  4. upekkha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Metta is the Sanskrit term for loving-kindness. It is a central practice in Buddhism, which involves cultivating love and compassion for all beings.

The Buddhist practice of compassion is known as:

  1. karuna

  2. metta

  3. mudita

  4. upekkha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karuna is the Sanskrit term for compassion. It is a central practice in Buddhism, which involves feeling empathy and sympathy for all beings.

The Buddhist practice of sympathetic joy is known as:

  1. mudita

  2. metta

  3. karuna

  4. upekkha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mudita is the Sanskrit term for sympathetic joy. It is a central practice in Buddhism, which involves feeling joy and happiness for the good fortune of others.

The Buddhist practice of equanimity is known as:

  1. upekkha

  2. metta

  3. karuna

  4. mudita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Upekkha is the Sanskrit term for equanimity. It is a central practice in Buddhism, which involves maintaining a balanced and impartial attitude towards all things.

The Buddhist concept of the middle way refers to:

  1. the path between extremes

  2. the path of moderation

  3. the path of balance

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The middle way is a central concept in Buddhism, which teaches that we should avoid extremes and instead follow a path of moderation and balance.

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