4 noble states

The Four types of People with Realization (Noble states):

1. Stream Entrant (destroyed first three hindrances)

2. Once returner (fourth and fifth hindrances greatly weakened)

3. Non-returner (fourth and fifth hindrances destroyed)

4. Arahant (the Saint, all ten hindrances eradicated)

See also

• 10 hindrances

References

• The Complete Book of Buddha's Lists -- Explained. David N. Snyder, Ph.D., 2006.
• http://www.thedhamma.com/