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How did Buddhism influence the culture of the area in which it is currently practiced?
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∙ 14y ago
Many Buddhist concepts and terms are present and used in western society:
* "Karma" is used frequently in the sense of "fate" * The wise Buddhist mentor is a frequentl character in movies * "Nirvana" is the name of a band
* Vegetarians refer to Buddhist reasoning * Reincarnation is in the public awarensss * Koans are used to describe inscrutable concepts * The Dalai Lama is an internationally known figure
* "Smiling Buddha" and similar figures are frequently seen in garden shops * Buddha, Jesus and Mohammed references are equally well understood
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