A Closeup View of Two Religions: Buddhism vs. Hinduism

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A Closeup View of Two Religions:

Buddhism vs. Hinduism

Buddhism and Hinduism are two sacred religions that were found in India many

years ago. These two religions were based on the Vedic religion coming from the Aryans.

Buddhism and Hinduism have many beliefs, teachings, and facts that are similar and

different from each other.

Buddhism is one of the world's most well known religions. This

religion was founded in India by Siddhartha Gautama. Siddhartha was the "king" of

Buddhism. He saw no sorrow in his early years because his dad kept him inside his

Kingdom. In the Buddhist religion there are many beliefs such as reincarnation, karma,

the four noble truths, dharma, and the eight fold path. To live life, you must follow the

four noble truths and the eight fold path.

There was one great Buddhist ruler named Asoka. This man was the

first to send missionaries beyond the Indian boarder.

He also went to war trying to get

more land. He won the war but it was extremely bloody. From that day on, he decided to

try to spread peace and dharma throughout the world. This great ruler died in 232 B.C.

Hinduism is one of India's major religions. No one knows how this

religion was established or when it began but is thought that it started around 400 A.D.

This religion is related to the Vedic religion. It has a caste system, but if you achieve

good karma you may move up in the caste system after you have reincarnated. In the

Hinduism religion there are many beliefs such as reincarnation, karma, life's four

stages, dharma, and when you're "twice born." To live a good life you must fulfill your

duties and go through life's four stages.

Buddhism and Hinduism are two similar religions in many...