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| − | + | Buddhism is the fourth largest religion in the world. It is a belief system which teaches that craving causes suffering and if craving is eliminated, [[Nirvana]] is attained. | |
Buddhism is a religion that was founded by an Indian prince who, after observing the suffering of his people, longed to discover the reason for suffering and pain. To this end he went into meditation for a long time seated under a tree, and after finishing his period of meditation formed Buddhism. | Buddhism is a religion that was founded by an Indian prince who, after observing the suffering of his people, longed to discover the reason for suffering and pain. To this end he went into meditation for a long time seated under a tree, and after finishing his period of meditation formed Buddhism. | ||
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Buddhism is the fourth largest religion in the world. It is a belief system which teaches that craving causes suffering and if craving is eliminated, Nirvana is attained.
Buddhism is a religion that was founded by an Indian prince who, after observing the suffering of his people, longed to discover the reason for suffering and pain. To this end he went into meditation for a long time seated under a tree, and after finishing his period of meditation formed Buddhism.
Buddhism teaches that in order to attain Nirvana (a complete contentment, and separation from suffering), you must follow the Eightfold Path. Once you Reached Nirvana, you were perfect. This makes Buddhism seem attractive to some because you can reach perfection in your current form. You do not have to wait to be reincarnated several times before reaching perfection.
Buddhism benefited most from trading and/or commercial activity.