Question

Which are Noble Truths (Āryasatya) ?
• A. Saṅgha
• B. Duḥkha
• C. Buddha
• D. Dhamma
• E. Samudaya Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. A and D only
• B. B and D only
• C. B and E only
• D. A and C only

Hint:

Do not confuse:
• Four Noble Truths = Duḥkha, Samudaya, Nirodha, Mārga
• Triple Gem = Buddha, Dhamma, Saṅgha

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: The Catur Āryasatya (Four Noble Truths) form the very foundation of Buddhism. They were first taught by the Buddha in his first sermon at Sarnath known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta. These truths explain the nature of suffering and the path toward liberation.

Step 1: Listing the Four Noble Truths. The Four Noble Truths are:
• Duḥkha -- The Truth of Suffering
• Samudaya -- The Truth of the Origin of Suffering
• Nirodha -- The Truth of the Cessation of Suffering
• Mārga -- The Truth of the Path

Step 2: Identifying which terms belong to the Four Noble Truths.
• B. Duḥkha This is the first Noble Truth.
• E. Samudaya This is the second Noble Truth. Therefore, B and E are correct.

Step 3: Understanding why the remaining options are incorrect.
• A. Saṅgha Saṅgha belongs to the Triratna (Triple Gem), not the Four Noble Truths.
• C. Buddha Buddha is also part of the Triple Gem.
• D. Dhamma Dhamma represents the teaching itself and is likewise part of the Triple Gem. Thus, these are not categorized under Āryasatya.

Step 4: Final conclusion. The correct pair representing Noble Truths is: \[ \boxed{(3)\ \text{B and E only}} \]