Nirvana

The state of englightenment for Buddhists

Siddhartha Guatama (Buddhism)

A prince who founded Buddhism, and gave up his power to become enlightened

Buddha

Means "Enlightened One". He is said to have found a path for overcoming suffering.

4 Noble Truths

1. Suffering is a part of life 2. Suffering comes from desire. 3. There is no end to suffering unless we end desire. 4. The Noble 8-fold path.

8 fold path

1. Right view 2. Right intention 3. Right speech. 4. Right action 5. Right livelihood 6. Right effort 7. Right mindfulness 8. Right concentration

Darmha

The teachings of the Buddha

Ascetisim

The doctrine that a person can attain a high spiritual and moral state by practicing self denial, self mortification, etc.

Sanscrit

An ancient language of India

Ahimsa

Belief in nonviolence and reverence for all life