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Buddhism was started by the Buddha who was a rich Hindu prince. However, he wanted to realize the Truth. He wanted Enlightenment. Therefore, he turned away from Hinduism, which had led to the division of society, created the Caste System and other malpractices and ills including meaningless rituals and superstitions. The young prince went in quest of Enlightenment, and he realized the light within. He realized that we are not this body, we are not this mind and he called it Nirvana. It was the same belief advocated by the ancient Hindus through Sanatana Dharma but he gave it a new name. He removed all the ills that Hinduism had acquired. So essentially, Buddhism has grown from the original Hindu faith called Sanatana Dharma.
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Who was part of the religion Buddhism?
Gautam Buddha was the founder of Buddhism.
Is Buddhism a philosophy or religion and how it differs from Hinduism?
Originally, it was a philosophy. Then, people who came along later wrote sutras that claimed false things, and it became a religion. Hinduism is polytheistic and hinduism does not preach empathy, forgiveness, enlightenment, or the middle way.
What religion follows the teaching of Budda?
Buddhism which is a philosophy, not a religion. He had no religion
What religion became the dominant religion of Vietnam?
Buddhism is the dominant religion of Vietnam.
In what part of the world does Buddhism have its greatest strength?
Buddhism have it's greatest strength in China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, etc. It's the major religion in that part of Asia. It was once a major religion in India, too. However, it declined.
Does the religion of Buddhism have one god?
Technically Buddhism is not a religion and it has no god.
What is Buddhism religion book used by the religion?
Buddhism does not require a book.
What religion practice buddhsm?
Buddhism is the religion. Buddhist practice Buddhism.
What are some of the religion's of Buddhism?
Some of the SECTS of Buddhism are Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan, and Zen Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion, and therefor it has no "religions".
What religion was using the middle road to reach inner peace an important part of?
buddhism
Is Buddhism Islams religon?
Of Course NO, Islam is religion and Buddhism is Different religion
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the religion of Buddhism?
the religion of Buddhism is almost as same as the Christian
