What Is the Purpose of Buddhism's Eightfold Path

question 37

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of Buddhism's Eightfold Path?

• A) to enforce the practice of extreme asceticism
• B) to create a trancelike state by following eight distinct rituals
• C) to embrace desire as the key to reaching a state of contentment
• D) to rid oneself of desire and to reach nirvana

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