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Surprisingly, Buddhism and Christianity have many similarities, but they differ in their approach to God, the afterlife, and how one obtains salvation and liberation. Among the many similarities that Buddhism and Christianity share, both were founded by spiritual masters who accepted disciples. Just as Jesus spotted Zacchaeus and invited him into his inner circle, it is said that the Buddha was also gifted with preternatural insight into character. We can see an example of this insight in a…

(Humanosophy 1). Like Hinduism, Buddhism allows religious divergence. Unlike it, though, Buddhism rejects ritual and the caste system. Buddhism acknowledges the same teachings (doctrine) of Buddha, namely the purification of consciousness through the Four Noble Truths: 1.) Life is suffering, 2.) Suffering is cause by desire, 3.) The way to overcome suffering is through severing earthly attachment, 4.) We can severe our self from our attachments through meditation and leading a spiritual life.…

Rama is to be sent to live in the forest for fourteen years upon the request of his father Dasaratha. Dasaratha is following his word and granting his wife two wishes he owned her. The wishes were to banish Rama and to make her son Bharata king instead of Rama. Dasaratha follows his word.Consequently, Rama just follows his father's orders as he knows he has to obey his father wishes. He goes into the forest with his wife Sita and his younger brother Lakshmana who both argued to accompany Rama.…

Would we be truly happy if we decided to always take risks? How is Buddhism related in terms of interpersonal communications? In Pema Chodron’s book, Taking the Leap: Freeing Ourselves from Old Habits and Fears, argue that, being the most peaceful and spiritual person you can be can make one truly happy. Pema Chodron’s information about shenpa, compared with the teachings of interpersonal communications, how she proves that her argument is true versus the teachings of interpersonal…

Cry Freedom Assignment In our curriculum we have focussed on the four Cardinal Virtues that are in correspondence with our morals ; prudence, fortitude, justice, and temperance. In a brief overview, temperance is the idea of self-restraint and moderation to suppress our greed and desire. Prudence is the ability to judge right and wrong in any situation. Justice is the the constant and permanent determination to give everyone his or her rightful due. Finally, fortitude allows us to overcome fear…

Karma is a term that figures the great deeds and terrible deeds of a man's over a wide span of time activities which will decide their destiny in future. In Hinduism Karma is principally centered around one's dedication and religious activities while in Buddhism any activity will decide karma be it; physical, mental or verbal. Hinduism trust that divine beings can fix karma or the karma is controlled by god's eagerness to rebuff a man or not but rather in Buddhism karma will exist until the…

Throughout the world there are many religions, all of which have are unique and contain rich and amazing history. A few religions predate the founding of Christianity, but the one of the oldest and most interesting is Buddhism. Buddhism was founded by Buddha Shakyamuni. He was born as a royal prince in 634 B.C. in what is now Nepal and was given the name Siddhartha. While reliable information is scarce, it is believed that when he was born a holy man prophesied that Siddhartha would either be a…

Being human encompasses several aspects one experiences through physical and psychological interaction. While the different interpretations of correct behavior conflict through ideas being spread in the world, how they impose on human’s shapes what it means to be human. Perception of the physical world gives people the ability to interpret things, their natural ability to compete for resources makes humanity continue to exist and power gives them the ability to extrovertedly grow. Human…

A man named Guatama, known as the Buddha, from India shown what the liberation of mind was about. He devoted to teach his experience to others, which is very outstanding. Being "awareness" the word he use to describe his teachings. This "awareness" is not in relation to others or surroundings, it 's about the individual itself. Not following doctrine, traditions or formulas is the right attitude to be aware of itself, which in many cases can be very helpful for the individual. Bringing alive a…

The four noble truth help me understand that life exists in a delicate balance and as humans we must learn to be our own master and strife for what is good rather than the mare pleasures of oneself. The book teaches us as humans to be a follower of truth and avoid…