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Question
What are the “Four Noble Truths” of Buddhism?
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Solution
The “Four Noble Truths” of Buddhism are:
- The world is full of sorrows and suffering.
- The main cause of suffering is man’s desire (Trishna) for sensual pleasures and earthly possession.
- Suffering can be removed by getting rid of desires, i. e., renunciation.
- One can overcome desires by following the Eight-Fold Path.
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