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Who was the founder of Buddhism?
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Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, founded Buddhism in the 5th century BCE in what is now modern-day Nepal and India.
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What was the central teaching of Buddhism?
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The central teaching of Buddhism is the Four Noble Truths, which explain the nature of suffering and the path to overcome it.
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What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?
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The Eightfold Path is a guide to behavior for Buddhists, consisting of right understanding, right intent, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.
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Which two main branches did Buddhism develop into?
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Buddhism developed into two main branches: Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism.
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What was the impact of Emperor Ashoka on Buddhism?
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Emperor Ashoka played a crucial role in the spread of Buddhism by promoting its teachings throughout his empire and beyond, converting many to Buddhism.
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What is the historical significance of the Buddhist councils?
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The Buddhist councils were gatherings of monks to preserve and standardize the teachings and texts of Buddhism, helping maintain doctrinal consistency.
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How did the Silk Road influence the spread of Buddhism?
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The Silk Road facilitated the spread of Buddhism to Central Asia and China by enabling exchanges between different cultures and the movement of monks and texts.
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What are the main texts in Buddhism?
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The main Buddhist texts include the Tripitaka, Mahayana Sutras, and the Tibetan Book of the Dead, among others.
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How did Buddhism influence art and architecture?
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Buddhism significantly influenced art and architecture, inspiring the creation of stupas, carvings, and iconic statues like the Buddha image.
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What role did monastic communities play in Buddhism's spread?
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Monastic communities played a central role in preserving Buddhist teachings, offering education, and establishing centers for practice, thus facilitating the spread of Buddhism.
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How did Buddhism adapt to different cultures as it spread?
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As Buddhism spread, it adapted to local cultures by incorporating local customs and deities, which facilitated its acceptance and growth in diverse regions.
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What was the role of the Buddhist Sangha?
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The Buddhist Sangha, or community of monks and nuns, helped preserve and spread the teachings of Buddhism through service, education, and meditation.
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What role did meditation practices have in Buddhism?
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Meditation is central to Buddhist practice, used to develop mindfulness, concentration, and insight into the nature of reality.
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How did Buddhism decline in India, its country of origin?
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Buddhism declined in India due to factors such as the revival of Hindu practices, invasions by foreign powers, and integration into local Hindu customs.
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Who are some key figures in the spread of Buddhism globally today?
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Key figures in the global spread of Buddhism today include the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, and other leaders promoting Buddhist philosophy and practice.
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