Category: Buddhism

Buddhism is an Indian-originated religion with complex beliefs and teachings taught by Buddha after wandering around searching for understanding. Buddha spent time learning the basic teachings of the Four Noble Truths, dealing with human suffering, which he had fully understood. Buddha spent the remaining bit of his life teaching elementary doctrines of Buddhism, which led…

Table of Contents Introduction Resilience of Buddhism from the 19th Century Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Buddhism is one of leading faiths that has shaped human worship and behavior for over 2,500 years. Presently, this religion has more than 500 million believers. Historically, Buddhism remained prominent in Southeast Asia and East. This religion continues to promote…

Despite its stance in society, religion will always be somehow reflected in the way people appraise the world and outline their values. Thus, Buddhism, one of the fundamental world religions, has been introduced in a series of new forms over the past years. A prime example of such a modernized interpretation of Buddhism is a…

Dukkha is a traditional element of the religious philosophy of Buddhism, aimed at describing the prevailing situation in the surrounding material world. According to Buddhists, the earthly human reality is primarily the world of suffering – traditionally, the word “dukkha” is translated by religious scholars from Sanskrit as a designation of suffering. Dukkha is one…

Table of Contents Introduction The Reasons why Buddhism is Classified as a Religion The Social System of Buddhism Interreligious Dialogue between Christians and Buddhists Conclusion References Introduction Unfortunately, not many representatives of different religions can participate in interreligious dialogue because their theological assumptions may be utterly different. A conversation between religious people calls for a…

Hinduism Hinduism is a significant religion with rich history, a considerable amount of followers, and the Bhagavad Gita as one of the most important sacred texts. Hinduism originated from Hindu, which is one of the most ancient religions mainly spread among South Asia. Today there are approximately 800 million adherents to Hinduism, with 80% of…

Contents Introduction The Teaching of Four Noble Truths Spread of Buddhism and Upheaval of Democracy Dependent Origination Conclusion References Buddhism Essay Introduction Buddhism is believed to have been in existence, way before Siddhartha existed (United Press International, 2007, p. 1). Most scholars observe that the roots of Buddhism are very deep, and though Siddhartha contributed…

Table of Contents Introduction Karma and Rebirth Karma and Rebirth in Hinduism Religion Rebirth and Karma in Buddhism Similarities and Differences Conclusion References Introduction In many cases people face difficulties trying to differentiate between Hinduism and Buddhism religions. The two share many similarities though they are not identical but only have Indian origin. Besides, each…

Table of Contents Introduction Buddhism Islam Christianity Conclusion References Introduction Religions are ancient social institutions, designed to perform several tasks at once. One of the main goals is the formation of the worldview and behavior of people, which determines the belief in the existence of some supernatural force. There are four types of ancient religions…

Table of Contents Introduction Buddha’s Arguments for Buddhism Changes and Reforms Made by Buddha Events that Shaped Buddha’s Views The Relevance of the Teachings Today Conclusion Work Cited Introduction Buddha, meaning the enlightened one, started Buddhism as a religion. He was born Prince Siddhartha Gautama around the fifth century BCE and died at the age…