CASBuddhism-Dylan+H

=** Buddhism **= **// founder: Siddharta Gautama Year founded: 520 B.C. Religious leader: Buddha Place of worship:Northeast India Where Buddhism began:North eastern India Where it is practiced today:China, Japan, Korea, Southwest Asia //** Beliefs They believe that faith really centers on correct understanding of human nature and ultimate reality. focus on the four noble truths by which they can free themselves from suffering.

Gods They pray to the buddha like a god but he is not

Sacred Writings Tripitaka and numerous Mahaya Sutras

practices They meditate alot, they have a varirty of practices and rituals. Medidtation is the central practice. Some practices are based on cultures of India, China, Japan, Southeast Asia, and Tibet

Festivals They vary by region, but often include Buddha's birthday, Buddha's enlightenment, and Lunar quarters Symbols There are many differennt symbols like the Abhay Mudra, Buddha eyes, Conch shell, and swastika representing good fortune