1. Buddhism
Chapter 16

2. Buddha A Sanskrit word meaning “enlightened”
The name given to the man who founded Buddhism

3. ascetic
A person who gives up worldly pleasures
Ex. Monk

4. enlightenment
The state of gaining spiritual insight and finding universal truth
the goal of Buddhists

5. alms
Goods or money given to the poor
charity

6. nirvana
An ideal state of happiness and peace

7. Buddhism The religion founded by Siddhartha
Teaches that life brings suffering that one can escape by seeking nirvana through enlightenment

8. Four Noble Truths
The four basic doctrines, or principles, of Buddhism

9. Eightfold Path A key idea of Buddhism
Followers should live their lives according to these eight teachings