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The Buddha taught that enlightenment can be reached through, Meditation, Contemplation, and Mindfulness while acting compassionately for all beings.

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What do you have to do to be a Buddha?

You have to attain enlightenment, but you have to work out how to do it for yourself. Otherwise you are just an Arahant.


Can you attain enlightenment through the Internet?

Nothing prevents this. But if you are seeking enlightenment through the Internet, you have some extra steps to work through.


What is the Buddhism path to salvtion?

There is no concept similar to the Christian concept of salvation in Buddhism. The goal of Buddhists is to attain enlightenment, which can be explained as understanding fully the workings of the universe and liberation of desires and suffering. When one attain enlightenment they can then chose, upon their death, to either return to help others attain enlightenment or to remain in one of the pure abodes (something akin to being one with everything).


When did buddha attain enlightenment?

At the age of 35, approximately 2500-2600 years ago.


What is the difference between the Buddha and other humans who attain enlightenment?

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What is the name of the ideal holy man of Hinayana who endeavors to attain enlightenment on his own?

arhat.


Why is the dhammpada important to Buddhists?

Because it is the doctrine that Buddha provides to us to follow to attain enlightenment.


Were both parents of the Buddha alive during his leadership period?

Yes, for a part of his life after he attain enlightenment.


A sentence with enlightenment?

To attain enlightenment is the purpose of human life. Many people have gained enlightenment. Enlightenment means different things to different people.


If you are looking for enlightenment then you must give up your desires Should you give up the desire to attain enlightenment also?

to find enlightenment you must give up your desires. so really you just give up your desires and then you will be enlightened.


How can Buddhist attain enlightenment in one lifetime?

No it is not posssible. One has to complete many things for enlightment. They cannot be fulfilled in a single life


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.