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    Confucianism Ideas

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    In Hinduism, there are many different ideas that one can live by. For example, there is Dharma, Karma, Samsara, Ahimsa, Moksha, etc. Dharma is the idea that everyone has a role that they need to fill in the universe. Dharma is a good idea to live by because it would make everyone want to fulfill their role in life, leading to a more complete and better society all around. If everyone followed the idea of Dharma, the world would be near perfect because everyone would be doing what needs to be…

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    Role Of Peace In Hinduism

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    polytheistic religions, but it plays a different role in each. In order for one to live a truly peaceful life, they must find inner peace, extend that peace, and enjoy eternal peace in the afterlife. Peace is key for both the Hindu practices of dharma, ahimsa, and moksha; as well as the Christian practices of discipleship, forgiveness, and heaven. “We can never obtain peace…

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    Reading Journal Unit 4-6 In Chapter four, Gandhian Principles of Nonviolence, explored principle of Ahimsa and Satyagraha. To begin with, Ahimsa means nonviolence, and Satyagraha means truth force (Nojeim M. J., 2004). According to text, “we do not practice Ahimsa if we love only those who loves us,” so nonviolence practice was kind words, thoughts and actions (Nojeim M. J., 2004). On page 95, the author says, Satyagraha was not intending to prevail over an opponent, but to prevail over the…

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    is a common and huge misconception. Although Hinduism and Buddhism have some striking similarities, there are many pronounced differences that set them away from each other. While Hinduism and Buddhism share similarities with regards to the idea of ahimsa,…

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    beliefs such as animism by the na'vi and use of elders are aspects which are very much prevalent in the Aboriginal spirituality. The na’vi mindset of avoiding all unnecessary violence and general life conduct also follow closely to the jain beliefs of ahimsa and the Five Principles of Jainism. These parallels between the na’vi belief system and traditional human faiths are present and comparable, however it should be noted that these connections are almost purely fundamental in nature. Pandora…

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    Essay On Civil Resistance

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    Civil resistance is the act of opposing a law one considers unjust and peacefully disobeying it while accepting the consequences. In the autobiography, The Story of My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi and “Letter From a Birmingham Jail” by Martin Luther King Jr., both historical individuals have written about their experiences with civil resistance and how it overcome the injustices of their time including racial segregation and imperialism. With the use of civil resistance, Dr. King…

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    Jainism: Spiritual Paths

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    Ahimsa is the strongest teaching in Jainism, killing any living being is the worst possible act. Humans have no right to think they are above even the smallest of organisms. The higher the life form, the greater amount of negative karmas on one’s jiva. Humans…

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    Impermanence In Buddhism

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    Within Buddhism the key beliefs of impermanence and selflessness are reinforced as integral parts of human experience through various rituals and ethical teachings. In particular, the ritual of Vesak and bioethical teachings are significant in reminding individual Buddhist adherents of the importance of celebrating Buddha, as well understanding that all human experience undergoes a constant transformation towards enlightenment. Integral aspects of Vesak rituals reflect these principal…

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    Hinduism, which developed in 1500-500 B.C.E. and Buddhism and Jainism, which both developed around 500 B.C.E. were all important to India. Specifically, Buddhism contributed to the establishment of the Mauryan Dynasty and proved its stability and ability to be a great religion. Buddhism is the best option out of the three religions because it motivates its believers to do well, its rules create peacefulness and nonviolence, and it has the ability to overcome social instability. Buddhism does…

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    He chose the asceticism life which means practicing self-denial and vegetarianism (Judge and John 50). His followers were called Jains, they believed that all living things such as animals, insects, and plants all have a spirit. They also practiced ahimsa, which means they were nonviolent toward all living things. For example, they will sweep the ground in advance to avoid stepping on bugs (Judge and John 50). The Jains believed that if they show respect to all living things; they can purify…

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