There are notable differences in the two teachings. One of the major differences is atman in Hinduism and the anatman in Buddhism. Atman is the person real self. This is determined by karma, which plays a role in a person transition from one life to another (233). The main goal in Hinduism is to find our atman. In Buddhism, however, there is no concept of true self (257). Anatman is made up of five components: physical form, feelings and sensations, perceptions, mental activities, and consciousness of which constantly changes, hence there is no permanent self (258). Another difference is that Buddhism points out that life is suffering and the only way to escape from this suffering is to follow the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold
