The Four Noble Truths of Buddhism
The Four Noble Truths are the core teachings of Buddhism.
These truths form the foundation of Buddhist practice and understanding.
- The Noble Truth of Suffering (Dukkha):
Pali : Idam dukkham ariyasaccam
Meaning: This is the noble truth of suffering.
Life involves suffering, including birth, aging, illness, and death, as well as dissatisfaction in pleasures.
- The Noble Truth of the Cause of Suffering (Samudaya):
Pali: Idam dukkhasamudayam ariyasaccam
Meaning: This is the noble truth of the origin of suffering.
The cause of suffering is craving (tanha), attachment, and ignorance.
- The Noble Truth of the End of Suffering (Nirodha):
Pali: Idam dukkhanirodham ariyasaccam
Meaning: This is the noble truth of the cessation of suffering.
Suffering can end by letting go of craving and attaining liberation (Nibbana).
- The Noble Truth of the Path to End Suffering (Magga):
Pali: Idam dukkhanirodhagamini patipada ariyasaccaṁ
Meaning: This is the noble truth of the path leading to the cessation of suffering.
The way to overcome suffering is through the Eightfold Path, which includes:
Right understanding
Right thought
Right speech
Right action
Right livelihood
Right effort
Right mindfulness
Right concentration
