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The Teachings of Buddha

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The Buddha's teachings include  the Four Noble Truths, the Five Precepts, and the theory of Karma .   Four Noble Truths Life is suffering, Suffering is caused by craving, Suffering can end, and There is a path to end suffering.   Five Precepts Abstain from violence, Do not steal, Do not misuse the senses, Do not lie, and Avoid intoxicating drinks and drugs.   Karma Karma is not fate or predestination.   Nirvana   Nirvana is the end of all existence It is neither existence nor non-existence It is achieved by realizing that all existence is suffering and following the Buddha's instructions Dukkha   Dukkha is a Pali word that means suffering or unsatisfactoriness The Dhammapada   The Dhammapada is a book that contains statements the Buddha made in sermons The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching   This book by Thich Nhat Hanh explains the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and generosity Teachings of Buddha Four Noble Tr...