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Everything About Buddhism  What is the Buddhist religion?  The religion of Buddhism began in India and now remains in the far east. In this religion the buddhist people attempt to find their inner perfection instead of worshiping a God  Who started this religion?  The Founder of the religion was Siddhartha Guatama he founded this religion in 528 B.C (above is a statue of Siddhartha Guatma)  What are the main beliefs of this religion?  One of the main beliefs of this religion is reincarnation. Reincarnation is being reborn into another body until you are enlightened and have good karma and only then you can exit the cycle and no longer will you be reborn. Another belief is the four noble truths.

1.) Life means suffering. 2.) The origin of suffering is attachment. 3.)** **The cessation of suffering is attainable. 4.) The path to the cessation of suffering.** One more belief is the Five Basic Precepts ** **1.) Avoid Killing 2.) Avoid Stealing 3.) Avoid Sexual Misconduct 4.) Avoid False speech 5.) Avoid Intoxication or intoxicants** Where Do The believers Practice This Religion? Usually Buddhism is practiced in Vihara which is basically a Buddhist church
 * The Four Noble Truths
 * The Five Basic Precepts**

(above is a picture of a Vihara)

Who Are The Leaders Of Buddhism?
 * Buddha
 * The Dalai Lama
 * Monks
 * Nuns

What Is The Sacred Writing Of Buddhism? The sacred writing is the Tipitaka which is a book that contains chapters of Buddah's life. What Are The Religious Practices Of Buddhism?


 * Meditating
 * Worship
 * Birth
 * Marriage
 * Death

What Are The Main Festivals In Buddhism?
 * Vesak- This festival is held in May celebrates the enlightenment of Buddha and is most important.


 * Katina- Which is the giving of robes.

What Are The Main Symbols Of Buddhism?

Two of the symbols would be the Lotus and the Wheel Of Law.

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