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Yes, many! One of the cornerstones of Buddhist philosophy is the belief in karma; the natural law which states that we will receive a result in th future for every action we do. Being good to others and helping them leads to our own happiness in the future, being selfish and harming others will lead to our own suffering. Our motivation when we do positive or negative actions to others is essential; when we intentionally hurt others, the results for ourselves are likely severe, when we whole-heartedly and without self-interest help others, the results will be wonderful for ourselves in the future. Much of Buddhist ethics is based on avoiding suffering of ourselves (and others), so the general advice is to try and help others rather then harming them. The 5 most basic ethical rules are: refrain from killing, stealing, lying, sexual misconduct and intoxicants. Buddhists are free to take whichever vows they feel comfortable with, and for example monks and nuns take a large number of vows to give them a clear direction in their behaviour.
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How was Buddhism started?
Buddhism grew from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautam, the Buddha (hence BUDDHism). Some of his main teachings were karma, the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Paths.
Ethical teachings judaism?
yes he was
What is the religion on the teachings of siddhartha?
Buddhism
Who was the historical leader of Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama is the Buddha and the founder of the teachings that comprise Buddhism.
What is Buddhism's founder called?
Buddhism is a variety of beliefs and practices based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama
What is the riligios symbol for Buddhism?
The religious symbol for Buddhism is the teachings of the Buddha or the Three Noble Jewels.
What religion follows the teachings of Gautama Buddha?
Buddhism
Whose teachings formed the bases of Buddhism?
Siddlartha
How many different versions of Buddhism are there?
There are really only 2 distinct types of Buddhism, though there are subgroups to them. The two major groups are Theravada and Mahayana. Theravada is call the "teachings of the Elders" and is most closest to the original teachings of the Buddha. Mahayana incorporates teachings of later Buddhas and Bodisatvas into the Buddhas original teachings. All the differnt lineages of Buddhism fall within one of these two groups but all teachings agree as to what the Buddha taught and to what the objective of Buddhism is.
How did popular Buddhism compare with original Buddhist teachings?
I am assuming that what you are asking is how does Buddhism today compare to what the Buddha taught. Buddhism over the years has been enriched by each culture that has been exposed to; changing the nature of practice just slightly each time. So Chan Buddhism (China) is slightly different in practice then is Zen Buddhism (Japan, Korea). But the teachings have always remained the same. Now when I speak of practice, it is the methods used to teach the Dharma (the teachings). The biggest change in Buddhism since the Buddha is the development of Mahayana Buddhism. Mahayana Buddhism, to which is the tradition I practice, added teachings from later Buddhas and Bodhisattvas to The Buddha's original teachings in regards to living a compassionate life to help all other beings. So Buddhism adapts the methods but never the message or teachings.
What is Buddhism founded on?
Buddhism is founded on the teachings of the Buddha, in particular the Four Noble Truths and the eightfold path.
What is a sentence with the word Buddhism?
Buddhism is the most peaceful religion in the world.The teachings of Buddhism are philosophical and enlightening.
