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Eastern Philosophy: The Basics

by Victoria S. Harrison

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Indexed Notes by Topic

Four Noble Truths

Definition: (1) The primary characteristic of human existence is suffering (dukkha); (2) How this suffering arises; (3) Suffering can cease; (4) The way leading to the cessation of suffering.

Insights:

  1. Dukkha is usually translated as suffering, but can also mean unsatisfactoriness.
  2. Everything is impermanent - all of our experiences are transitory.