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Is harming living things the most important precept in Buddhism?
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∙ 8y ago
no
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What is Jainism's first rule?
Buddhism really does not have any hard and fast rules...there a five vows lay practitioners take to help one's practice and general life: 1. I undertake the precept to refrain from taking life (from living creatures). ; 2. I undertake the precept to refrain from taking that which is not given. ;; 3. I undertake the precept to refrain from exploiting the passions (these days, sexual misconduct is usually mentioned). ;; 4. I undertake the precept to refrain from incorrect speech (lies and such). ;; 5. I undertake the precept to refrain from intoxicating drinks and drugs which lead to carelessness.
What are the similarities of the 10 commandments and the four noble truths?
The Four Noble Truths do not deal with ethics but rather the acceptance of the truth of the Dharma. The Four Noble Truths are more akin to the Christians acceptance that "Jesus is the Son of God." By accepting the Four Noble Truths we accept the Buddha's teachings. In Buddhism, ethics are an important aspect of our practice- The Eightfold Path deals with wisdom, morality, and meditation. The Eight Fold Path is at the heart of the Dharma, however, I'd say the closest thing to the Ten Commandments would be The Five Precepts. The Five Precepts are the lay Buddhists vow to follow a code of ethics that would lessen suffering and create good karma. The Five Precepts are as follows..... 1) I undertake the precept to refrain from harming living creatures. 2) I undertake the precept to refrain from taking what is not given. 3) I undertake the precept to refrain from sexual immorality. 4) I undertake the precept to refrain from speaking falsely. 5) I undertake the precept to refrain from taking intoxicants.
Does living sustainably mean harming things around you?
no. because there are a variety of ways in living sustainably
Why Buddhism is important?
Importance would be a viewpoint. Certainly, Buddhism is important to those living their lives in harmony with the teachings of the Buddha. And most people, not of the faith, feel that the teachings of Buddhists are a worthwhile way to live, a great example of self-sacrifice, or at the very least, a fascinating life choice.Whether or not that is important would be based on a person's point of view.
Can bacteria live inside a living organisms while not harming them?
yes they are called vectors
Who started living along with the people and preached Buddhism?
Bodhisattva
Would the living or not living of Buddha effects the condition of the world at present?
Yes, Buddhism is a major world religion and thus if one were to "erase" Buddhism the world would be a different place.
Living sustainably meansz harming the things around you?
no i think it means looking after the things around you.
What is the type of community interaction that involves one species living in or on another organism and harming the organism?
parasitism
What is the substance that dirties the air water or ground thereby harming the living organism called?
Either pollutants or contaminants.
What purpose does the website Ahimsa serve?
The website Ahimsa explains the philosophy behind Ahimsa which believes in doing no harm to any living being, and showing love and respect to all living things. It is an important part of many religions such as Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism.
How are Buddhism beliefs different from Hinduism?
Buddhism is Religion of Peace & Non Violence. While in Hinduism violence is sometimes allowed to save Dharma (righteous living).
