Noun
the Four Noble Truths pl (plural only)
(Buddhism) Four central Buddhist teachings: (i) that suffering is an innate characteristic of existence with each rebirth; (ii) that it is caused by cravings or desires; (iii) that it can be ended by eliminating the cravings or desires; and (iv) that the noble eightfold path is the way to achieve this.
Ginsberg first heard about the Four Noble Truths and such sutras as the Diamond Sutra as this time. Source: Internet
Finding the Dao and Buddha-nature is not simply a matter of formulations, but an active response to the Four Noble Truths that cannot be fully expressed or conveyed in words and concrete associations. Source: Internet
The precepts and practices of Buddhism, such as Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path aim to empower a follower in gaining insights and liberation ( nirvana ) from the cycle of such suffering as well as rebirth. Source: Internet
It includes especially the discourses on the fundamental principles (such as the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path ), as opposed to the parables and to the poems. Source: Internet
The only path to attain Nirvana is the Noble Eightfold Path (NEP) which leads to the realization of Four Noble Truths (FNT) and the fourth. Source: Internet
The Buddha teaching the Four Noble Truths. Source: Internet