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Buddhism is in essence used by students of the Buddha in three ways that I am aware of. People can read the teachings of the Buddha as they have been recorded and interpret and follow these directly oneself. One may follow a specific school or tradition of Buddhism and use their understanding and interpretation of teachings for guidance. But a small number of students follow the more esoteric forms of Buddhism and be guided through 'direct experience' of mind, using formal teachings as a platform or framework.
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What does Buddhism mean?
Buddhism is a word used to signify the overall body of thought (and its followers) proposed by the Buddha some 2500 years ago in northern India or Nepal. To the adherents, Buddhism means there is a way out of the ongoing cycle of death and rebirth with its attendant suffering. it is a religion
How are Buddhism and Islam different?
There is a big fundamental difference: Islam involves a supernatural God, whereas there is no God or God-concept in Buddhism. Although the word "religion" can be used in different ways, it is probably best not even to think of Buddhism as a religion. For example, there is no creed of beliefs in Buddhism. Instead, it is really a set of practices that the Buddha recommended that his followers test for themselves. The Buddha recommended that his followers be skeptical of everything they didn't prove for themselves. Theistic religions like Islam and Christianity never have that kind of attitude. They do not want skeptics and doubters; they want followers. They want people willing to attach to certain beliefs. .
Methods used to gain followers?
by being a good leader and caring for your people
Was buddhism written in sanskrit?
Buddhism was originally transmitted orally by the Buddha and his followers, so it was not written in Sanskrit. The earliest Buddhist texts were written in Pali, which is a Middle-Indo-Aryan language. Sanskrit was later used for the writing of some Buddhist texts in certain regions.
How fast is a guide dog?
Guide Dogs walk with their owners/handlers. Being a dog they can run very fast, but this skill is not used for guide dogs.
What is Buddhism religion book used by the religion?
Buddhism does not require a book.
How were Buddhist temples different from Shinto shrines?
Buddhist temples are places of worship for followers of Buddhism, while Shinto shrines are places of worship for followers of Shintoism. Temples often have images or statues of Buddha and are used for meditation and rituals. Shrines typically have a gate (torii) at the entrance and are dedicated to kami (spirits or gods) found in nature.
How did Buddhism influence Hinduism?
It is the other way around. Buddhism was started by a born Hindu prince. Many Gods and Goddesses from Hinduism are used in Buddhism.
What are vehicles used by Buddhism?
cars
Is there a calendar for Buddhism?
The Buddhist calendar is a calendar for Buddhism and is used in some countries in Southeast Asia.
What name is used to refer to the supreme being of Buddhism?
Supreme being is probably not a great way of describing the Buddha, he is the one who has gone beyond. He is like us, only he meditated lot more.
What are the top 10-20 religions in the world by the number of followers?
The religion followed by the number of followers then the percentage of the world's population, 2005 data:Christianity 2.1 billion 33.0% Islam 1.5 billion 21 Hinduism 900 million 14 Buddhism 376 million 6 Sikhism 23 million 0.36 Judaism 14 million 0.22 Bahaism 7 million 0.1 Confucianism 6.3 million 0.1 Jainism 4.2 million 0.1 Shintoism 4 million 0.0
