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"Diligently cultivate moral precepts,concentration, and wisdom.Put an end to greed hatrid and stupidity."

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Two important developments. First, Buddhism turned from a philosophy to a religion, where Buddha is god and people pray to him. The second is Buddhism is spreading from travelers and missionaries.

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Each step had to be mastered one at a time. They include, Right Knowledge, right purpose, right speech, right action,right living, right effort, right mindfulness and right meditation. If not achieved Buddha believed in reincarnation so the person in their second life could achieve enlightenment.

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The middle path is a way to reach enlightenment by Leading an ethical, compassionate life. In order to do this the person must meditate and participate in rituals.

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First Noble Truth- Suffering and Sorrow are part of life.(People everywhere are subject to pain and death.

Second Noble Truth-The cause of suffering is People self -centered desires.(People seek pleasure that only leads to more suffering).

Third Noble Truth- The way to escape suffering is to overcome desires and reach a state of "Not wanting.

Fourth Noble truth-People can over come desires and reach a state of enlightenment by following the middle path.

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Shortly after his experience he taught Four main ideas in a Sermon, These are known today as the Four Noble Truths.

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The Buddha was a prince who lived in India for 80 years. According to legend, Buddha led a sheltered and luxurious life In his Palace. One day he saw 3 people In bad times, he then realized that life is full of pain and the only way to escape it was from seeking wisdom through meditation and not through suffering.

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Buddhism Is a Belief System based on the life and teachings of Siddhattha Gautama, also known as Buddha.