Answer: The Truth of the Origin of Suffering (Samudaya) refers to the causes of suffering. Why are we born into this world and endure so much hardship, conflict, separation, loss, grief and despair while joys seem fleeting and temporary? The root cause of all suffering lies in our ignorance (avijjā), attachment to the self (ego), … Continue reading Question 25: WHAT IS THE TRUTH OF THE ORIGIN OF SUFFERING (SAMUDAYA)?