There are about 535 million Buddhists worldwide, representing 7% of the world’s total population. Buddhism is more of a way of life, rather than a religion. It is also considered a philosophy. Buddhist path can be summed up to lead a moral life, to be mindful and aware of thoughts and actions, and to develop wisdom and understanding. Following are descriptions of the main Buddhist deities.
Medicine Buddha is a legendary Buddha. He represents the nature of healing in the Buddha’s teachings. Some Mahayana Buddhists think of Medicine Buddha as a real person, who passed into nirvana, and now looks over the heavens, and can be called upon to heal. In Tibet, Medicine Buddha can be meditated to, and he relieves stress.
Amitabh Buddha is also a legendary
Medicine Buddha is a legendary Buddha. He represents the nature of healing in the Buddha’s teachings. Some Mahayana Buddhists think of Medicine Buddha as a real person, who passed into nirvana, and now looks over the heavens, and can be called upon to heal. In Tibet, Medicine Buddha can be meditated to, and he relieves stress.
Amitabh Buddha is also a legendary