3 Marks of Existence

What are the Three Marks of Existence in Buddhism?

• Dukkha, Anatta, Anicca

• Karma, Dharma, Nirvana

• Samsara, Moksha, Maya

• Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya

Which of the following best describes 'Anatta'?

• Everything is constantly changing

• There is no fixed sense of self

• Life is full of suffering

• Everything is permanent

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Skandhas?

• Body

• Ideas

• Soul

• Awareness

What mnemonic is suggested to remember the Five Skandhas?

• BIFTA

• BIFAT

• BIFTAH

• BIFT

What is the Buddhist term preferred over "reincarnation"?

• Resurrection

• Rebirth

• Revival

• Renewal

What does the present create according to the text?

• The past

• The future

• The soul

• The essence

What are the skhandas?

• The five aggregates that constitute a being.

• The four noble truths.

• The eightfold path.

• The three jewels of Buddhism.

What is the most common translation of "dukkha"?

• Happiness

• Suffering

• Enlightenment

• Peace

According to Buddhist scripture, which of the following is NOT considered dukkha?

• Birth

• Aging

• Joy

• Death

What does the quote "Birth is dukkha, aging is dukkha, death is dukkha" imply?

• Life is full of joy and happiness.

• Life is inherently unsatisfactory.

• Life is a journey of eternal bliss.

• Life is free from suffering.