- Buddhism is more tolerant than the other religions.
- Even antheists can accept Buddhism.
- JUSTICE.
- Admiration for peacefulness.
- Many Nirvana makes sense.
*Concept of Dharma
- Dharmas are the feelings inside the human beings.
- When a person dies, his/her dharmas go away; when born again, new dharmas are formed.
*Something about the Westerners
- They worry about the beginnings; they want to know what happen.
*The 4 Noble Truths
1. Existence is painful.
2. Suffering is desired.
3. Possible for the suffering to stop.
4. One way for removal = "Noble Eightfold Path."
Wisdom- right knowledge and attitude
Ethical conduct - right speech, action, and living
Mental disciple - effort, mindfulness, and composure
*2 Main Versles
1. Theravadins (small vehicle + modern!!)
2. Mahasangthikas (great vehicle + old!!)
*Mahayara
- Keeps the original teachings in the most ancient Buddhist writings.
- Emphasizes individual effort.
- Rejects all images + rituals.
- Rejects praying.
- Impossible for holy men to become Buddha.
*Theravadins
- Salvation is intended of everybody.
- NO. of Buddhas are GREAT!!
- Nirvana is NOT NOTHING!!
- Cults are very important.