GASA01H3 Lecture 2: Week 2 discussion
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The relationship between hinduism and buddhism is simply that buddhism is derived from hinduism. Both religions overlap in about 90% many of its teachings. The similarities between hinduism and buddhism are vast; they share the key teachings of dharma, karma, and samsara, moksha, devotion, and nonviolence for life. They are both still described as a way of life rather than a religion it self. The differences subsided within the common need to reject the ritualuization and growing caste differences that are found in hinduism. Hinduism seeking to be the oldest of the world"s main religions started within the indus civilization and become dominant all over today"s known india. Buddhism on the other hand, started in india however became more dominant as it spread eastward towards the east asian countries. Use one of the major religions to illustrate your arguments. There has always been, currently is, and always will be a universal need for religion.
