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Problem
Textbook: Explorations on the Meaning of life (an introduction). Chapter two: The Buddha
Question A. What is the relationship between the body and the mind in the ancient (Vedic) understanding of yoga? How is it different to the most common Western views of yoga that we have today? Can you think of some reasons that the West has changed this ancient Eastern idea?
Question B. Briefly explain. in one own words, the logic of Buddha's claim that "all life is dukkha."
Question C. In one own works, describe what Buddha believes causes tanha. Compare and contrast this with the ideas of Viktor Frankl (from the previous chapter).
Question D. In your own words, Interpret and assess how one would know If thelr speech, conduct and livellhood promote Enlightenment or are Impediments to It.
Question E. In section four, we read: "What would we find if we really tried to figure out the root of this dislocation and all the pain and suffering it causes humanity?" Even if you agree with step one, do you think steps two and three would make a difference individually and collectively? Given everything you have leamed in this chapter, summarize evaluate the meaning of life that Buddha provides.