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Hinduism and Buddhism Beliefs and Traditions Hinduism Hinduism was an important contribution of classical India. Unlike most other belief systems, Hinduism does not have a founder. The characteristics of the Hindu religion: Caste system in religious law based on occupations. Belief in major forms of one major deity (god). Reincarnation – souls do not die, but reborn in other bodies – cycles of rebirth. Karma – future reincarnation based on present behavior – if you live an evil life you may be reborn as a lowly creature – the idea behind the caste system. Vedas and Upanishads – sacred writings. God Shiva (the destroyer) Buddhism ► The founder of Buddhism was an Indian prince named Siddhartha Gautama (born around 560 B.C.). ► Buddhism became a major faith when ruler Asoka (grandson of Chandragupta Maurya) sent missionaries throughout Asia. They spread it from India to China. The characteristics of Buddhism: Founder – Siddhartha Gautama – Buddha – meaning “Enlightened One” Four Noble Truths Buddha taught his followers: – Suffering is part of being human. – People are driven by worldly desires; they cause the soul to be reincarnated. – By eliminating desire, people can eliminate suffering. Goal is to eliminate desires and to attain nirvana by following the Eightfold Path to Enlightenment. – That includes truthfulness, resisting evil, respecting life, not harming others, controlling one’s thoughts, and meditation. Buddha Spread of Hinduism and Buddhism