The four noble truths exemplify the essence of the teachings of Buddha. The first Noble Truth is no one can deny that suffering is the condition of all existence. On Earth, everyone inevitably suffers pain, sickness, old age, and eventually death as well as psychological suffering like sadness, fear, frustration, and depression. The second Noble Truth is self-centeredness is the chief cause of human suffering. The reasons for our suffering are desire, passion, pursuit of wealth and striving …show more content…
First one is Right understanding or view. Right understanding is the beginning of the path, simply means to see clearly what is wrong. Second is Right Purpose. You must decide that you want to be cured. Third is Right speech. You must act. Forth is Right conduct. Speak so as to aim at being cured. Fifth is Right livelihood. Your livelihood must not conflict with your therapy. Sixth is Right effort. That therapy must go forward at the “staying speed,” that is, the critical velocity that can be sustained. Seventh is Right mindfulness or awareness. You must think about it incessantly. And the last is Right meditation. Learn how to contemplate with the deep mind