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Do Buddhists think it important for them to know about the life of Buddha in reaching enlightenment?
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∙ 10y ago
Of course!
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Why is the dhammpada important to Buddhists?
Because it is the doctrine that Buddha provides to us to follow to attain enlightenment.
Who are famous Buddhists?
Famous Buddhists (during the Buddha's lifetime) were the disciples of the Buddha, who had attained any of the 4 stages to enlightenment.
Is Buddha siddartha gautam?
Yes the Buddha is how he was known after reaching enlightenment.
Do buddhists believe that to reach nirvana they have to follow Buddhas teachings?
Buddha only idenitifed the way to enlightenment. There is nothing to stop a person from independently reaching the same conclusions, in which case he or she could strive for enlightenment without ever hearing of the Buddha. Unlike Christianity where Jesus is necessary for salvation, the Buddha is not a required belief for enlightenment in Buddhism. As Zen Biddhists put it,"If you meet the Buddha on the road- kill him.".
Do Buddhists live by the story of Buddha?
Buddhists incorporate the teachings of Buddha into their lives. Most are aware of the story of his life from his birth as a Prince to his enlightenment, and many know of his period of teaching until his death at about the age of eighty. The teachings, not his story are the important part.
Why do buddah's stink?
you may be asking why 'Buddhists' stink. Buddha himself was a man who searched for enlightenment. Buddhists are his followers who also search for enlightenment. And as for the stinking... to a Buddhist, materialistic matters are not important. So showering and cleanliness may not be as high a priority as finding the truth.
What is Rohatsu and who celebrate?
Buddhists celebrate Rohatsu - the enlightenment of the Buddha. It is also known as Bodhi day :-)
Do Buddhists worship idols?
Buddhists do not worship either idols or the Buddha. The Buddha was just a man, he is revered for the work he did in identifying a method to achieve to enlightenment, but not worshipped. The statues of the Buddha and others are just statues, meant to focus attention. The Buddha himself made it clear that the presence or absence of god(s) is not important and that only we can find our own path to enlightenment
Is there any deity believed in in Buddhism?
No, Buddha himself is not worshipped, rather Buddhists attempt to attain the state of enlightenment that Buddha himself achieved.
What does Buddha believe is the most important thing in life?
The only thing that Buddhists feel is proper to desire is enlightenment. The desire for all other things leads to suffering.
Why do Buddhists treat buddha like a god?
Buddhists do not regard the Buddha as a god. He is seen as a wise man who thought his way through the question of human suffering to determine its cause and cure. He is revered for this, Buddha himself said there were no gods to worship or pay homage to. Each person is responsible for discovering their one path to enlightenment.
Who celebrates rohatsu and what is it?
It a holiday celebrating buddah. Of course that means that buddhists celebrate it.
