Kindred to many religions practiced around the world, Hinduism portrays a substantial amount of belief in worshipping gods they believe play a special role in their …show more content…
Both religions have been practiced/modified throughout numerous years and perpetually convey that the world is a place of suffering. For Hinduism the caliber one suffers in a single life is dependent on the amount of karma they may have contributed to In a previous life. If they were “bad” in a prior life they may live the proceeding life with very bad luck and or as an animal. As for Buddhist they believe suffering is everlasting, even in the afterlife, ergo until one achieves enlightenment and is free of desire and pleasure they are surmised to a life of suffering. Buddhist use mediation in order to achieve a state of enlightenment, as first taught by Buddha. The final kindred attribute between Hinduism and Buddhism is their desire to achieve Moksha/nirvana upon ending the tortures cycle of Samsara. Buddhist like Hindus utilize mediation in their practices to achieve a state of being that will liberate them of desire/karma. In doing so, they are able to free themselves of living another life of suffering, which is a primary focus practiced/taught in both religions.
In conclusion, Hinduism and Buddhism share a multitude of similarities and differences in what they practice and teach regarding the afterlife. Hinduism attempts to ease the suffering one experiences when transferring between lifetimes, while Buddhism aims to stop ones suffering immediately regardless of living statues. On the other hand, both Hinduism and Buddhism have made it a primary focus in their teachings to demonstrate to followers/worshippers how to live a life, whether it’s one after the next with as little suffering as