Hinduism And Buddhism

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karma- which is the actions or deeds that one committed during their past life. By building good karma, one can draw closer to ending the cycle and release his Atman.
Buddhism also believes in this Hindu concept but has several differences as well. Buddhists believe that everyone is suffering. Nothing in the world is permanent and because of this, life is unsatisfactory. The only way to be free of this suffering is realize the impermanence of life, overcome all worldly desires, and become free from the law of karma. (C)
Buddhists do not believe in a god, but they reverence the Buddha and his teachings as though he were one. According to the Buddha, there are no gods, no Atmans, nor is there a Brahman or supreme being because all is impermanent. To have faith in a higher power is nothing more than an illusion.
The Buddhist “atheist” view seems to have a lot to do with the fact that life is not a reality. Through meditation, a person strives to reach the Nirvana. The ...

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they worship several other gods as well. By worshipping other gods, they can get a fuller understanding of Brahman on a more personal level. Of course, these gods are in the reincarnation series, or the samsara, so they are not ultimate, but they help to bring liberation throughout the grueling cycle. They allow one to understand Bhakti, the importance of loving and devoting one’s soul to Brahman and turning all needs and desires over to It rather than to one’s self. It is important that every Hindu meditate on Brahman to realize that It is the only true existence in the world. This brings spiritual growth and progress.
Buddhists do not worship a god, but rather believe in the ...

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