Question

What were the main teachings of the Buddha?

Answer 1

The main teachings of Buddha were the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path.

The Four Noble Truths are as follows:

1. The world is full of suffering.
2. The main cause of suffering is desire.
3. One must get rid of desire to end suffering.
4. To end desire, one must follow the eightfold path.

The Noble Eightfold Path is as follows:

1. Right thought
2. Right belief
3. Right speech
4. Right action
5. Right means of livelihood
6. Right effort
7. Right memory
8. Right meditation