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After reading this chapter you will be able to:
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• Describe the life story of the Buddha according to tradition. |
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• Describe aspects of Hinduism that Buddha rejected. |
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• Explain the content of the Four Noble Truths. |
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• Discuss concepts of change and no self in Buddhism. |
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• Discuss the spread of Buddhism from India. |
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• Distinguish among the three major branches of Buddhism. |
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• Explain Buddhism's unique expressions and teachings through art. |
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• Discuss modern developments in Buddhism, including its emergence in the West. |