Correct option is A
- A. Material form - III (Rupa): In Buddhist philosophy, "Rupa" represents physical form or material existence.
- B. Feeling or sensation - I (Vedana): "Vedana" refers to the sensations or feelings experienced through sensory contact.
- C. Perception - IV (Sana): "Sana" represents perception or the mental labeling of sensory inputs.
- D. Reason or intelligence - II (Vinnana): "Vinnana" refers to consciousness or awareness, the faculty that interprets and understands.
These terms are part of the Five Aggregates (Panchakhandas) in Buddhist philosophy, which explain the components of human existence.
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- The Five Aggregates include Rupa (form), Vedana (sensation), Sana (perception), Sankhara (mental formations), and Vinnana (consciousness).
- These aggregates explain the nature of self and the process of perception in Buddhist teachings.
- They form the basis of human existence but are considered impermanent and non-self.
- Rupa relates to the body, while Vedana, Sana, Sankhara, and Vinnana relate to the mind.
- Understanding these concepts is critical to Buddhist meditation and achieving enlightenment.
- These teachings aim to transcend attachment and achieve liberation from suffering (dukkha).