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the balance and harmony which is achieved within it. The circle which surrounds the symbol represents the infinity of the cosmos, ...

doctrines of faith and hope as the two primary elements of Judaism (Schechter, 2002). Buddhism decrees outright respect for...

there are certainly differences between the two disciplines and this creates a source of conflict. That said, while Confucianism ...

Buddha identified Four Noble Truths. They may be briefly stated as follows: Human life is an existence of suffering. Human sufferi...

In two pages the Four Noble Truths and how meditation fits into these beliefs are discussed in an examination of Buddhism, with th...

been taught as a sure and sufficient means for the attainment of our spiritual goal, call it Mukti, Moksha, Nirvana, Liberation or...

highly insulted. That is just one example as to why it is important to understand differences in cultural backgrounds, particularl...

This paper examines how the Eastern precepts of Zen Buddhism have been impacted by Westernization in six pages. Five sources are ...

In five pages this paper examines how the Eastern philosophies of Zen Buddhism, Taoism, Keiji Nishitani, and Dogan can influence t...

In seven pages the different forms of Buddhism practiced in China are examined in an historical overview and consideration of how ...

"white" churches despite the fact that acceptance is preached as part of the religion itself. A student wanting to embark on a ca...

Confucian monarchs achieved for China what many of the Wests most modern pre-Enlightenment philosophers wanted for Europe (Woodsi...

In six pages 'right action' is defined and a discussion of its practice and how two right action forms contribute to the wider sph...

the fact that Christianity has in recent times spread rapidly to claim a large following (1991). The numbers of people wh...

years, was defined by a set of Vedic scriptures (Basham 8). Following a distinct separation from Hinduism, the Buddhists followed...

In this paper consisting of six pages the religions of Protestantism, Catholicism, and Buddhism are considered within the context ...

In five pages Buddhism is defined in terms of being both a science as well as a religion with its basic tenets used to reinforce t...

at the heart of many early doctrinal controversies about such matters as the nature of Nirvana, the purpose of monastic life, and ...

feminist Buddhists and those believing in traditional perspectives. By understanding this, it can allow Buddhist men and women to ...

In five pages Buddhism is examined both in terms of philosophy and its ethical content. Three sources are cited in the bibliograp...

In six pages this paper discusses the increasing if somewhat surprising allure of Buddhism in Great Britain. Four sources are cit...

In fifteen pages such aspects that characterize China including Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, along with the National and Commun...

to the attainment of nirvana. Rinzai incorporates the use of koans, or insight riddles, to bring the practitioner to satori, the f...

In nine pages this paper considers Zen Buddhism and Heidegger's teaching in a discussion of how meditation and its value relates t...

This paper examines Zen Buddhism in an overview of its East and West cultural significance in four pages. Five sources are cited ...

In ten pages this paper discusses the style and development of Kamakuran Period art in a consideration of Buddhism, priests, spiri...

In eight pages computers and their increasing role in Buddhism adherents' lives are examined in the expanded methods of worship, s...

second wife (Brooks 211). Until this century, most Muslims married soon after puberty. Today, however, its generally recognized t...

In eleven pages this paper examines the Hindu religion in terms of its destiny concept in an overview of history and karma. Five ...

the differences noted above, Hindus are often immersed within the same cultural elements as are non-Hindus, from outward appearanc...