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Hinduism & Buddhism Goal: What are the similarities and differences between Hinduism and Buddhism? (Learning Target 4d) Origins of Hinduism & Buddhism The beliefs of the Vedic Age (Aryans) developed into Buddhism & Hinduism Why does this matter now? - Almost 1/5th of the world’s people today practice one of these two religions Development of Hinduism Developed gradually, collection of religious beliefs No single founder Religion seen as a way of liberating the soul from illusions, disappointments, mistakes Dialogues or discussions of the Vedic hymns developed into the Upanishads Beliefs of Hinduism Desire Moksha Atman Brahman State of perfect understanding Individual soul of living being Universal soul – unites all atmans Beliefs of Hinduism Reincarnation Soul is reborn until moksha is achieved One’s karma, or good & bad deeds, influences caste or circumstances in next life Supported the Caste System Complex & rigid social system… People divided into varnas (groups) 1. Brahmins priests 2. Kshatriyas rulers & warriors 3. Vaishyas peasants & traders 4. Shudras laborers 5. Pariahs “Untouchables” Cleanliness & purity were essential “Untouchables” – considered impure because of their work – i.e. butchers, gravediggers, trash collectors Brahman is three major gods in one (some depictions of Hindu gods) 1. Brahma Creator 2. Vishnu Protector 3. Shiva Destroyer Hinduism’s Growth & Influence Hinduism changed over time - Different deities have become more important - Today, Hindus are able to choose deity of worship & different paths to moksha Hindus comprise Hinduism affected society 13.7% (765,351,710) - Strengthened caste system of the world's population residing - Dominated aspects of life in 150 countries In Galle, Sri Lanka, the local shrine to Vishnu and Kanda, two Hindu gods, survived where the buildings all around it did not. Overview Questions • How does one reach moksha? • What is the difference between Atman and Brahman? • What is the relationship between reincarnation, karma, & caste according to Hinduism? • How has Hinduism changed? • What influence has Hinduism had on society in India? Roots of Buddhism Siddhartha Gautama: founder of Buddhism The Life of Siddhartha Born to noble family; isolated from the world Finally left palace – saw old age, sickness, poverty, death Wanted to put an end to life’s suffering The Search for Enlightenment Decided he could not be happy going back to the life he once lived Wandered in forests Debated with other religious seekers Fasted Meditated for 49 days under large fig tree Achieved understanding of the cause of suffering in the world Became Buddha, “the enlightened one” The Four Noble Truths 1) life is filled with suffering and sorrow 2) the cause of all suffering is people’s selfish desire 3) Way to end suffering is to end all desires 4) the way to overcome such desires and attain enlightenment is to follow the Eightfold Path a.k.a. the Middle Way – avoiding extremes Goal was to reach “nirvana” release from selfishness & pain Buddha also believed in reincarnation Accepted cyclical view of history – world is created & destroyed again and again However, he rejected Hindu gods He reacted against the privileges of the Brahmin priests Sangha – Buddhist religious order – Includes monks, nuns, & entire Buddhist community Dharma – Buddhist doctrine or teachings, universal law of nature “Three Jewels” of Buddhism = Sangha, Buddha, & dharma Many of Buddha’s early followers were laborers and craftspeople He reluctantly admitted women to religious orders – however, he feared that women’s presence would distract men from their religious duties Monks & nuns took vows of poverty, nonviolence, and not to marry Teachings of Buddha were written down after his death (1st century BC) Buddhist sacred literature includes commentaries, rules of monastic life, manuals on meditation, and legends about Buddha’s previous reincarnations India is important place of pilgrimages for Buddhists Visit spots associated with Buddha’s life – birthplace, the fig tree, site of first sermon, & the sacred mounds (said to contain his relics) Trade Spreads Buddhism Traders spread Buddhism to China, Korea, Japan – Did not catch on as much in India Missionaries also traveled spreading Buddhist philosophies Overview Questions How did Siddhartha Gautama become known as Buddha? How does one reach nirvana? How did Buddhism affect society? How and where did Buddhism spread?