Buddhism: The Three Most Important Religion In The World

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Buddhism is one of the three most important religions in the world. Originated in ancient India a place named Kapilavastu, which is Nepal today, by prince Siddhārtha Gautama. Buddhism is considered to be one of the largest religions in the world, which heavily focused in the Indian subcontinent. For my understanding, it is regarded as a belief that leads more to spirit learning rather than religious teachings. People have to achieve their own spiritual awakening or nirvana by themselves, through meditation and ethical living. Most of the Buddhists spend a big part of their time in self-reflection and meditation as a method to liberate themselves from inadequate perceptions.

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