The Buddha’s teachings are a guide for his followers to be on the correct path to eventually attain enlightenment and nirvana. The five precepts of Buddhism are also contained within the Dharma which is a set of ethical rules or codes for Buddhists to obeyed by for achieving their ultimate goal of finding nirvana. The first precept taught is to obstain from killing any sentient life forms. The second is to never take what is not given, to never harm through sensual pleasures. The last two are to avoid harming anyone through speech and to avoid all mind-changing substances.
By following his guide/Pali Cannon/ Dharma we can hope to actuate the same fate of release from the Wheel of Death and Rebirth. Mahayana attitudes toward Buddhist teachings are of course partially due to the Mahayana view of Buddha; most Mahayana thought treats him as a manifestation of a divine being. Mahayana Buddhism heavily uses rituals, statues, added a number of celestial beings or deities (that are believed to be incarnations of Buddha) to a part of their rituals and more scripture to guide their path enlightenment. The Second Noble Truth asserts that the cause of suffering is craving and desires. If one is constantly feeding, even if unknowingly, their cravings for a sensory pleasure such as praising multiple statues of deities, believed to be Bodhisattvas, even of Buddha; by craving to unite with an experience perpetually,
Without having inner peace, you cannot have outer peace. Buddhists practice ethical behavior, meditation, and devotion. Ethical behavior is “an essential component of the Buddhist spiritual path” (Landaw). Buddhism is considered the “religion of meditation” and the purpose is not to calm the mind or become uncaring, the purpose is to “experience the profound and ultimately liberating insight into the nature of reality and yourself” (Landaw). The main study for their devotion became known as The Three Jewels, which are Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha- (the great teacher, his teachings, and the spiritual
ACA ethical codes on competence on the other hand do not take these spiritual qualifications into account. Similarities One major similarity is that both ethical codes share the goal of ensuring that excellent and professional counseling services are provided. In both cases, the ethical codes also aim at shaping the identity of the counselors and building their work based on the set standards. Under the ethical codes on competence, one other similarity that clearly comes out is that; both ethical codes require a counselor to continue with their education and training even after gaining the basic qualifications. In both cases also, the ethical codes prohibit harming of the client in any way.
Identity – Buddhist considers all life to be sacred. They believe in reincarnation and a person’s next life is based on good or bad actions in this lifetime, also known as Karma. 3. Meaning/Purpose – Buddhists believe suffering is real and has man trapped into a cycle of reincarnation. The purpose is to eliminate suffering.
The Four Noble Truths are spoken of in document one and they are said to help an adherent to steer clear of sorrow and suffering. The document walks the reader through The Four Noble Truths, which include Sorrow, Arising of Sorrow, Stopping of Sorrow, and the Way, which leads to sorrow’s end. The second document discusses how following the Buddha
This is significant to adherents of the religion as the text ensuring that the essence and facts of Buddhism do not alter over time, as they are clearly written within the Tripitaka. Therefore,
In English, refuge means a shelter. Taking refuge means to take shelter, to rely on it and gain protection from danger. Sense of security is developed through taking refuge and one could feel safe in it. Originally, taking refuge is not exclusive to Buddhism; but when it applies to Buddhism, it means to take it from the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. One is officially recognised as a Buddhist after he/she has undergone refuge.
Several different teachings of Buddhism help consolidate their cultural identity. Most importantly are the Buddhist moral precepts that are undertaken by Buddhist followers to abstain from killing, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, intoxication drinks or illicit drugs. It is also common for Buddhists to be strict vegetarians or vegans. Another cultural identity linked to Buddhist tradition is the act of puja (this may include bowing, making offerings and chanting). This is usually performed daily at home (either in the morning/evening or both) and during festivals at a temple.
Furthermore, Taoism is based on a life principle called the art of wu-wei. This principle advised that the best way to conduct oneself in life was through inaction. One does not need to be aggressive to make things happen or to win battles. On the other hand Confucianism is a philosophical, religious, movement with an emphasis on studying and scholarship. It also teaches the Tao of Heaven and provides moral training that is quite religious.