Nirvana

Silence is an important aspect of the Hindu tradition. Silence is a preparation, a way of knowing oneself, and also of knowing the world, as is revealed in the tapashyaa(s) (meditation) of the muni(s) (sages). In fact, the word ‘muni’ has its origin in the Sanskrit word ‘mauna’, meaning silence, the maintenance of which is believed to inculcate power and knowledge, as opposed to speech that saps all energy. Silence, as a spiritual entity, is common both in the Buddhist philosophy and in the…

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…

The history of Korean martial arts originated in the prehistoric era. Primitive weapons made of wood and stone were used for hunting and fighting. Various forms of unique martial arts has since been d by Koreans in order to protect themselves and their territory from foreign invasions. The three main groups of martial arts are: Tribal martial arts (SahDoh MuSool), which was popular among ancient tribes, city states, and smaller kingdoms that formed the Korean Peninsula and part of what is now…

Hsi Lai Temple is in 3456 Glenmark Dr, Hacienda Heights. Temple was extremely bright, flamboyant and temple itself was adorned with diverse monuments, letters, and flowers. When I position myself beneath the entrance of temple, I can observe entire Orange County cities. Entrance of Hsi Lai Temple was decorated with four different scriptures. First sculpture that is written on the right corner of the entrance is word Greed. People who are ensuing the teaching of Buddha should constantly stay away…

Thematic Essay Draft Religion has come very far throughout history some have failed and some are still practiced today. Religion can even influence millions of lives around the world. Two of these types of religions include Buddhism and Christianity. They are still alive and thriving all over the world today. Buddhism is one of the many religions and belief systems in the world today. Buddhism was created by Siddartha Guatama commonly known as Buddha. Buddhism originated from India in the…

From previous chapters, data showed that a number of people have come to the Buddha and asked questions. Some of these questions nature is metaphysical. It is beyond the scope of conjecture. Still, these questions are put at the Buddha by various people. Does this indicates that the interlocutors thinks the Buddha know everything? Was he omniscient? Although, the term omniscience is a prominent feature that is attributed to the Buddha and other founders of some religions. However, it nature…

A savior is well-known as a religious figure who saves someone or something from danger, whereas a spiritual teacher gives knowledge to an individual with little or no understanding of spiritual facts. The title “Buddha” is applied to Siddhartha Gautama the same way “Christ” is applied to Jesus. Buddhism and Christianity are both religions that have many followers throughout the world. Each group of followers within these religions view their leaders; Jesus and Buddha as Saviors. The religion…

Around the age of thirty Siddhartha, sees the Four Passing Signs and forgoes his life of luxuries and attachments to his wife and son, to become a wandering ascetic. It was considered respectable for noblemen in India during Siddhartha’s time to go off in search of truth, but in retirement, not as a young man. (Gach) Perhaps he was influenced by Vardhamana who had done the same thing a few years earlier forming Jainism. According to the traditional accounts, Siddhartha follows an ascetic life…

Inventing Tibet For question one, the author's central argument is about Tibet's religious and cultural heritage were not always the same as most Westerners view of Tibet. One aspects of the idealized notion of Tibet, where most Westerners look as the locus of sublime ancient wisdom or a "Shangri-La" view of Tibet. Europeans and Americans proclaimed themselves to be in search of a new paradigm , one based on moral and spiritual principles instead of the destructive forces of market…