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Hinduism and Buddhism
Chapter 4 section 1
EQ: What are the major similarities and differences between these Indian religions?
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2. Hinduism Founder Relationship with god(s) Goal of Life Sacred Texts
Has NO SINGLE FOUNDER, its origins come from Aryan beliefs and writings
Relationship with god(s)
There are many gods that form the Brahman (all powerful spiritual force)
Goal of Life
To achieve moksha (union with the Brahman)
Moksha is achieved through karma (actions) and dharma (duties)
Sacred Texts
Since it has no founder, it is based on writings in the sacred Vedas, Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita

3. Hinduism Attitude Towards Non-Violence Reincarnation Caste System
Followers practice ahimsa, and recognize that all living things are a part of the Brahman and must be treated respectfully
Reincarnation
Believe in a cycle of birth, death and rebirth, based on how one acts in their life…your atman (soul/essential self) is reborn.
Caste System
Support a strict social order where you are born into one caste and stay their until you die…only in reincarnation can your position/caste change

4. Buddhism Founder Relationship with god(s) Goal of Life
Prince Siddhartha Gautama (became known as Buddha)
He was a rich prince who grew concerned about the world, he left his kingdom and all his riches and traveled the world, tormenting himself along the way
Buddha discovered 3 things
There is no individual self, no soul (no atman, unlike Hinduism)
Pain is a part of life
Impermanence, nothing stays the same
Relationship with god(s)
There are NO gods
Goal of Life
Follow the 8 Fold Path
Understand the 4 Noble Truths

5. Goal of Life: Buddhism The Four Noble Truths The Eight Fold Path
Life is pain and suffering
The cause of pain and suffering is desire
Avoiding desire means avoiding pain
The way to end suffering is the 8 Fold Path
The Eight Fold Path
Accept the 4 Noble Truths
Right intention (commitment to mental growth)
Right speech (no lying, be honest, say nothing wrong)
Right action (do no harm)
Right livelihood (your work helps others)
Right effort (constant self improvement)
Right mindfulness (clear conscience)
Right concentration (focus)

6. Buddhism Sacred Texts Attitude Towards Non-Violence Reincarnation
Buddha’s teachings are found in the Tripitaka (the 3 Baskets of Wisdom)
Attitude Towards Non-Violence
COMPLETE non-violence, harmony are essential
Reincarnation
The soul reincarnates to achieve nirvana (union with the universe and release from rebirth)
Caste System
Rejected it, there are no divisions of class in reincarnation, anyone can achieve nirvana directly

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