EQUALITY IN HINDU AND BUDDHA DHARMA

 

Mirtyunjay Kr. Jha
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EQUALITY IN HINDU AND BUDDHA DHARMA

BOTH Hindu Dharma and Buddha Dharma are similar due to historical and doctrinal factors .Historically, both of these Dharama originated in ancient Bharat and share some common cultural and philosophical roots. Siddhartha Gautam, who later became known as Buddha, was born into a Hindu family and was familiar with Hindu teachings and practices. As He sought enlightenment and later developed his spiritual path .Buddhism emerged as a distinct tradition. Doctrinally, while there are similarities between Hinduism and Buddhism, such as concept of karma and rebirth there are also some differences .For example. Hinduism emphasizes the authority  of the Vedas and existence of a Supreme being  that manifests In various forms of God  and Goddesses while Buddhism does not posit the existence  of a Supreme  being  and focuses on Buddha s teachings such as  Four noble truths and the  Eightfold path as the means to achieve liberation from suffering.

Over time, these doctrinal differences led to the development of separate religious traditions with their distinct rituals, scriptures, and philosophical perspectives. Despite this division, there have been interactions and exchanges between Hinduism and Buddhism throughout history. In some regions, aspects of both traditions have blended, leading to syncretic practices. Some scholars intentionally use the word Brahmanic instead of Vedic or Hindu. The appropriateness of the word Brahmanic depends on the context in which it's used. Brahmanic typically relates to Brahmanism, the religious and social system associated with the Brahmins. In discussions about religion, culture, or history related to Brahmins, the word Brahmanic might be appropriate, if it accurately describes the subject matter. However, it is essential to be mindful of how the term is used and ensure it is not being used in a derogatory or insensitive manner.
Vedic and Buddhist philosophies do share similarities, especially considering their common origin in ancient Bharat and the historical and cultural context in which they developed. Both Vedic and Buddhist traditions believe in the concept of karma, the law of cause and effect, where actions have consequences that affect future experiences. Both believe in the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. Both traditions emphasize the importance of renunciation and detachment from worldly desires as a means to attain spiritual liberation or enlightenment (moksha or nirvana). Both Vedic and Buddhist philosophies provide ethical guidelines for living a virtuous life, often emphasizing compassion, non-violence, truthfulness and other moral virtues. Both traditions incorporate various forms of meditation as a means to cultivate mindfulness, insight, and spiritual growth.