Category: Buddhism

Table of Contents Introduction Similarities Differences Conclusion References Introduction Buddhism and classical Hinduism are the oldest religions in the world. It is worth to note that both religions originated from India (Kaewchaiya, Photisan & Purisuttamo, 2011). This has made many scholars debate whether they have major differences. Buddhism is believed to split from classical Hinduism,…

In view of the urgent problems associated with the environmental crisis, spiritual degradation, and information overload. Paying attention to the processes taking place in the modern world, one may come to the conclusion that the cause of the conflicts taking place in it comes from the contradictions that arise within a person. In this regard,…

Theravada and Mahayana are both schools of Buddhism that arose out of the basic teachings of Buddha. Both of the teachings are complementary but they are made up of different expressions of Buddhist teachings. The primary differences that exist between the two came into existence after Buddhas death. Theravada Theravada, which is sometimes referred to…

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Analysis Conclusion References Abstract The following text reviews the similarities and differences between Buddhism and Hinduism to understand the relationship between the two unique religions. The study findings show that Buddhism and Hinduism are the two most dominant and thoughtful religions worldwide, which might have similarities, but are very different…

Table of Contents Interpretation of Georges Illness Value of Life Values and Considerations Morally Justified Option Conclusion References Illness often leads to agony and prompts the search for the meaning of life as people try to understand the reasons behind their predicaments. At times, individuals use their religious convictions to interpret sickness. Ivtzan, Chan, Gardner,…

Table of Contents Principles Values Subject Matter and Problems Addressed Research Methods and Other Applied Methodologies Influence between Buddhist and Western Psychologies References Principles The principles and rules used in this school are derived from the Buddhist religion. There are two main divisions of Buddhism: Mahayana and Theravada. Each of them also includes a number…

Explain the following quote using Buddhist terms and beliefs Do not think about the past. Do not worry about the future. Things of the past have died. The future has not arrived. What is happening in the present should be observed deeply. The Wise Ones live according to this and dwell in stability and freedom.…

Introduction Religion can be described as a set of beliefs about the origin, purpose and the nature of the universe more especially when it is considered to have been created by supernatural agencies or agency. The believers have a set of rituals they observe and a moral code that governs how human beings conduct their…

Introduction Zen Buddhism is a separate school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes mindfulness and meditation practices as the path to achieving enlightenment. According to Wienpahl, the basic principle of Zen is that it cannot be transferred through books as the heart of the matter is a practice (3). Although meditative practices date back to the…

Table of Contents Introduction Basic teachings Conclusion References Introduction If there has been any puzzle that has disturbed the human mind, then it is the search for truth. Human kind has always put all their effort to get the real meaning of life. In addition, they have tried to know the origin of life and…