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When the very "basis" (ashraya/alaya) of our being is transformed (paravritti)), we mystically see beyond the wave-like phenomenal world of birth and death thus spiritually entering the basis. This entrance is an experiential actualization that goes beyond the realm of ordinary human perception. At once we stand in the presence of pure Mind which is eternal (dhruva), luminous, and extremely blissful. It is also nirvana or the same, mahabodhi.
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What is the impact of Buddhism on Indian culture on the basis of religion?
Buddhism helped promote vegetarianism--the practice of ahimsa, or nonviolence.
Dose Buddhism accept other religions?
Everyone, everywhere should accept other religions, whether or not they do, I don't know. Buddhism may not accept other religions as a whole, but you should only think about it on a person to person basis.
Christian response to Nirvana of Buddhism?
A Christian would have no basis to comment on the concept of nirvana other than "That's not how we see things happening."
When are the three jewels of Buddhism recited?
any time someone wants to make a commitment to the path, or for some, on a daily basis, a person will recite the Three Jewels.
What is the text used by believers of Buddhism?
Generally speaking the teachings of the Buddha and the commentaries and explanations of such are the basis for the texts followed by Buddhists. There are however many thousands of different books across the Buddhist traditions which are used on a regular basis as part of the Buddhist path.
Sacred texts of Buddhism?
The primary sacred texts of Buddhism are the Tripitaka, which is the foundational scripture for Theravada Buddhism, and the Mahayana Sutras, which are central to Mahayana Buddhism. These texts contain the teachings of the Buddha and form the basis of Buddhist philosophy and practice.
Who started Buddhisms?
Siddhartha Gautama, ca. 480--400 B.C.E., who was widely known as "the Buddha," was an Indian mendicant whose teachings about overcoming human dissatisfaction are the basis of Buddhism. .
How was Korea influenced by china and japan?
China and Korea influenced Japan by religion (Buddhism) which was introduced through Chinese law, based on Indian beliefs. China's written language, using pictographs, is the basis for the Japanese writing system (Kanji).
What is the holy war of Buddhism?
I don't think you'll find this one. Bhuddists wouldn't harm a fly. Literally. Buddhism as a unity does not have a "holy war" doctrine, but a number of national Buddhist institutions, especially in Japan, have used Buddhism as a basis for the declaration and sustaining of wars against non-believers. For example, Buddhist leaders in Japan during World War II advocated for war by saying that the individuals were sacrificing themselves for the general spirit of nationalism.
Is Buddhism a religion in the Philippines?
I live in the Philippines for 46 years but I have not seen one Buddhist Filipino, but there are of course a few Buddhist who came from other countries on a temporary basis. To answer your question straightly, it is not a recognized religion in the Philippines
Why is there is greater variation in the teachings of Buddhism than in those of Hinduism?
The greater variation in the teachings of Buddhism compared to Hinduism can be attributed to the decentralized nature of Buddhism. Unlike Hinduism, which has a more centralized structure with texts like the Vedas and Upanishads, Buddhism has multiple schools and traditions that have developed over time, each with its own interpretations and practices. Additionally, Buddhism spread to different regions with diverse cultural influences, leading to further variations in teachings and practices. This diversity in Buddhism reflects its adaptability to different cultural contexts and the emphasis on personal experience and interpretation in its teachings.
What religion was based on the four noble truths?
Buddha became enlightened over 2500 years ago and found the 4 noble truths. So the answer is " Buddhism". But Buddism lacks dogma, a god(s), prayer and exclusivity, so it can't be called a religion.
