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As seen from how the Buddha oversaw the sangha, in which he supported consultation and consensus from all monks, he believe that all people should have a voice in all important decisions. So it was very democratic; but we must be careful in using modern western terms, such as democracy, republic, socialist, in terms of the Buddhas teachings since these concepts did not exist, with all their modern connotations, at that time.
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What was one of the reasons why Buddhism spread through china?
Buddhism spread through China was undoubtedly hastened by the fact that many practices and beliefs of Buddhism are similar to Daoism, which was native to China. Zen or Ch'an Buddhism is best understood as a blending of Buddhism and Daoism. .
Which European country consider the Buddhism as their state religion?
None. The only countries I know of whose official state religion is Buddhism is Cambodia and Bhutan.
In Buddhism the perfect state of bliss?
miami
Why was prince shotokus support for Buddhism importantant?
Prince Shōtoku's support for Buddhism was crucial in establishing it as a prominent religion in Japan during the 7th century. His promotion of Buddhism helped to unify the Japanese state and foster cultural exchange with China and Korea, leading to significant advancements in art, architecture, and governance. By incorporating Buddhist principles into his political framework, he sought to create a moral foundation for leadership and promote harmony among the people. This laid the groundwork for Buddhism's enduring influence on Japanese society and culture.
Does Buddhism permit same-sex marriage?
There is no official teaching on this in Buddhism, although many liberal Buddhists support it. The fact is that Buddhism focuses on the individual's spirituality and does not consider marriage to be a spiritual issue.
Is end suffering Buddhism or Hinduism or both?
no, Buddhism believe this , while Hinduism does not support this fact. Hinduism believe that life is given for a reason.
Under what Vietnamese dynasty did Buddhism become the state religion?
Under what Vietnamese dynasty did Buddhism become the state religion? The Tang dynasty Nope. It was the Ly dynasty. OW
What is the higher state of Buddhism?
The highest state of Buhddhism is the state of nirvana, also reffered to as God consciousness.
How did the family structure of some Tamil groups differ from the family?
they were centered around buddhism
What is the Religion of Bhutan?
Basically Buddhism although the official state of the religion is Drukpa Kagyupa
Is Buddhism a civilization?
Not really - although it is certainly a component of a lot of civilizations. A civilization is an advanced state of intellectual, cultural, and material development in human society, marked by progress in the arts and sciences, the extensive use of record-keeping, including writing, and the appearance of complex political and social institutions. Buddhism doesn't have a unique set of arts or sciences that can be said to belong specifically to Buddhism - rather they are associated with civilizations which have included Buddhism as part of their social and religious structure. Likewise the political and social institutions, while influenced by Buddhism, are specific to the civilizations - and actually differ among the civilizations where Buddhism is common.
What is an internal body-support structure called?
An internal body-support structure is called a skeleton. It provides support, protection, and structure for the body.
