Buddhism Critical Thinking Research Paper
October 3, 2011
Buddhism- Critical Thinking Paper
Part One:
Origin
Buddhism was founded by Prince Siddhartha Gautama. His father the king kept him sheltered from the world. He never witnessed sadness, hungry, pain, or the aging. On four occasions he had visions of people sick, hungry and dying. After having the visions he left his family and his home to go out to experience the world on the “Great Renunciation”. For six years he had very little to eat or drink. Finally one day while sitting under a fig tree, (Bodhi-tree of wisdom). He was enlightened about the way life should be. He had reached nirvana (the highest level of knowledge). Once he reached nirvana he changed his name to Buddha (meaning: the Enlightened One). …show more content…
He thought the Four Nobles and Eightfold Noble Path. His belief was if you stopped desire you would not suffer. You can obtain what is called the Middle Way when you use moderation. This is to keep you from desire.
Meaning
The meaning of Buddhism is to find inner peace. To be removed from life’s desires.
Morality
There is a sense of morality in Buddhism. It is taught not commit adultery, or to steal, or to lie. They look at stealing and adultery as somewhat the same. To commit adultery is like stealing someone else’s partner.
Destiny
The destiny for a Buddhist is to reach nirvana, totally enlightened and to be wise about life.
Buddhism- Critical Thinking Paper
Part two:
Origin
Buddhism was founded by an Asian prince who was on a six year quest for knowledge and wisdom. Christianity was created by God though his inspired words, through prophets and the teachings of Jesus.
Identity
Buddhism’s identity is peace and wisdom. Their search is for nirvana (enlightenment), to find inner peace, to not have to return to earth after death. To go to nothingness if they are not meant to stay here to teach. Christians are the children of God. He created us in his image. Christians are to worship God and to love one
Buddhism- Critical Thinking Paper
Part One:
Origin
Buddhism was founded by Prince Siddhartha Gautama. His father the king kept him sheltered from the world. He never witnessed sadness, hungry, pain, or the aging. On four occasions he had visions of people sick, hungry and dying. After having the visions he left his family and his home to go out to experience the world on the “Great Renunciation”. For six years he had very little to eat or drink. Finally one day while sitting under a fig tree, (Bodhi-tree of wisdom). He was enlightened about the way life should be. He had reached nirvana (the highest level of knowledge). Once he reached nirvana he changed his name to Buddha (meaning: the Enlightened One). …show more content…
He thought the Four Nobles and Eightfold Noble Path. His belief was if you stopped desire you would not suffer. You can obtain what is called the Middle Way when you use moderation. This is to keep you from desire.
Meaning
The meaning of Buddhism is to find inner peace. To be removed from life’s desires.
Morality
There is a sense of morality in Buddhism. It is taught not commit adultery, or to steal, or to lie. They look at stealing and adultery as somewhat the same. To commit adultery is like stealing someone else’s partner.
Destiny
The destiny for a Buddhist is to reach nirvana, totally enlightened and to be wise about life.
Buddhism- Critical Thinking Paper
Part two:
Origin
Buddhism was founded by an Asian prince who was on a six year quest for knowledge and wisdom. Christianity was created by God though his inspired words, through prophets and the teachings of Jesus.
Identity
Buddhism’s identity is peace and wisdom. Their search is for nirvana (enlightenment), to find inner peace, to not have to return to earth after death. To go to nothingness if they are not meant to stay here to teach. Christians are the children of God. He created us in his image. Christians are to worship God and to love one