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An Overview of Hinduism and Buddhism: Beliefs, Practices, and Sacred Texts

This overview explores the complex beliefs and systems of Hinduism and Buddhism, two major religions originating in India and influencing cultures across Asia. Hinduism emphasizes the caste system, the concept of Brahman, and the pursuit of spiritual goals through texts such as the Bhagavad-Gita and Vedas. Buddhism, founded by Siddhartha Gautama, offers insights into suffering and desire through the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. Both religions share principles of non-violence and the quest for spiritual enlightenment, shaping the lives of millions.

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An Overview of Hinduism and Buddhism: Beliefs, Practices, and Sacred Texts

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  1. India & China Notes Hinduism & Buddhism

  2. Caste System • complex form of social organization with rules to ensure spirituality • Everyone not equal

  3. Beliefs of Hinduism “God is one, but wise people know it by many names” Hindu gods: • Brahma- the Creator • Vishnu- the Preserver • Shiva- the Destroyer

  4. Sacred Texts • Bhagavad-Gita • The Vedas • Upanishads

  5. Goal of Life • Atman: one's true self beyond identification • Moshka: ultimate goal is union with Brahman • Reincarnation: rebirth of the soul in another bodily form

  6. Karma • Your actions in this life can affect your fate in the next life

  7. Dharma • What upholds the natural order of things

  8. Jainism • prescribes a path of non-violence towards all living beings

  9. Guatama Buddha • Siddhartha Guatama- founder of Buddhism • Wealthy childhood • As adult searched for meaning of life and suffering

  10. The Search • Four Noble Truths • Life is full of suffering and sorrow • Cause of suffering is desire for material gain • Only cure for suffering is to renounce desires • Way to overcome desire is Eightfold Path & Nirvana

  11. The Search • “Eightfold Path”- (Pg. 64) how one overcomes desires and wants • Nirvana: The ultimate goal for Buddhists

  12. Eightfold Path

  13. Both religions believe in… • Ahisma: non-violence

  14. Buddhists reject some Hindu beliefs • Their priests and rituals • Many gods of Hinduism • Caste System

  15. Stupa • Large dome-shaped shrine that housed sacred remains

  16. Tripitaka • Buddhist sacred text

  17. 2 Sects • Theravada- followed the teachings of Buddha strictly- Sri Lanka, South-Eastern Asia • Mahayana- Followed Buddhist teachings loosely- spread to China, Korea, Japan

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