The Noble Eightfold Path

The noble eightfold path consists of eight interconnected elements or practices which lead to the attainment of nirvana. These eight can be arranged into three groups: “noble wisdom,” “noble conduct,” and “noble concentration.” In addition to the eight elements of practice there are also two “acquired” elements which result from following the noble eightfold path.

Right Intention is a type of Noble Wisdom

Right Speech is a type of Noble Conduct

Right Action is a type of Noble Conduct

Right Lifestyle is a type of Noble Conduct

Right Effort is a type of Noble Concentration

Right Mindfulness is a type of Noble Concentration

Right Meditation is a type of Noble Concentration

Right Knowledge is an “acquired element” of the Noble Eightfold Path

Right Liberation is an “acquired element” of the Noble Eightfold Path

General Discussion of the Nobel Eightfold Path.

Right Understanding is a type of Noble Wisdom