The Four Noble Truths
The four noble truths in Buddhism forms the core of the Buddha’s teachings. These are explained in the very first sermon delivered by Buddha, known as dhammacakkappavattana sutta , which in English loosely translates to, “Settings the wheel of dhamma or the truth in motion.” Understanding the four noble truths is a vast subject that needs a detailed and thorough explanation, and it’s impossible to cover it in a single blog post. However, the information I present here will serve as an introductory text for those who wish to understand Buddha’s teachings. What differentiates Buddha’s teachings from others is that he mentions that his teachings should be understood through direct experience rather than simply believing what he says. The experiences that he talks about can be verified through different mindfulness practices and meditations. These find mention in the texts ( suttas ) and practiced by a lot of people all across the world. Four noble truths form the foundati...