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Wisdom in Buddhism

Anonymous

∙ 17y ago

Updated: 12/11/2022

Wisdom is the third of the "three trainings". first is Sila, or morality and from sila one cultivates Samadhi or concentration (meditation) and from Samadhi arises Pannya or Wisdom.

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How are Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana different?

Thervada Buddhism focuses on the Buddha's wisdom, where as Mahayana Buddhism focuses on the Buddha's compassion.

What is the reason for the Buddhism spot on there head for?

It symbolises Buddha's wisdom.

How are Mahayana and Theravada different?

Thervada Buddhism focuses on the Buddha's wisdom, where as Mahayana Buddhism focuses on the Buddha's compassion.

What is the sybolisum of a peacock?

In Buddhism they represent wisdom. To Christians they represent Christ.

What does Buddhism consist of?

Buddhism consists of a path which leads to the freedom from all unsatisfactoriness/suffering. This path can be broadly classified into the development of Morality, Concentration and Wisdom.

Is it true zen is a form of Buddhism that believed faith and good behavior led to wisdom?

Which school of Buddhism holds compassion over wisdom?

In Tibetan Buddhism, these are considered the two most important aspects of practice. once we feel compassionate to others we realize we are interrelated.

How and where is Buddhism practiced?

The practice of Buddhism is involves the practice of Morality, Concentration and Wisdom. In Morality, the practitioner takes up a minimum of 5 precepts to follow in daily life. In Concentration, the practitioner practices meditation for calming the mind. In Wisdom, the practitioner gains insight through a still mind or develops wisdom through reading the teachings of the Buddha.

Main beleifs of buddhism?

*meditation-a way to find oneness with god *Wisdom is a key step to achieving nirvana

What are some books of Buddhism?

* The Buddha and his Teachings * An Open Heart: Practicing Compassion in Everyday Life * Awakening the Buddha Within: Tibetan Wisdom for the Western World Those are some book of Buddhism.

Can monks stop being monks?

I can speak for other religions but as for Buddhism a Monk a can leave at any time. Buddhism is about personnel growth and development. If a Monk or Nun feels that they have attained enough wisdom and want to leave they can.

What is the features of Buddhism?

That its practice gives one the wisdom to practice compassion and tolerance (two things the world needs a lot more of).

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