Siddhartha was born a prince. His father ruled akingdom in Nepal so he grew in a life of wealth..
Siddhartha was walking outside the palace when he discovered human suffering.He became upset and wondered the point of life.
After meditating, Siddhartha gets enlightenment. The enlightenment hasbecome the principal teachings of Buddhism. He became a Buddha.
Reincarnation: the rebirth of a soulKarma: the idea that the soul carries the effects of the past good/bad deedsDharma: your duties but for Buddhists dharma represents the teachings of the Buddha Nirvana: People are equal and are able to achieve enlightenment
Basic Beliefs
The Tripitaka is a holy book and this book includes The Four Noble TruthsDukkha: All life is suffering Samudaya: There is a cause for suffering Nirodha: There is an end to suffering Magga: In order to end suffering you must follow the Eightfold Path
Sacred Text: Tripitaka & the Four Noble Truths
The Eightfold Path is the path to enlightenment and the way to end suffering The Three Mindful PracticesWisdom: Right understanding of the 4 Noble Truths Right thinkingVirtue: Right speech Right conductRight livelihoodConcentration: Right effort Right mindfulness Right concentration