Critical Thinking Assignment: Buddhism

1. The pass of Origin- Those who follow Buddhism have faith that the introduction and god are one and the same. (Weider & Gutierrez, 201, 56) Buddhist turn to the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama alike known as Buddha to live correct and at death escape the course of karma. After death, they trust they will become one with the humanity. 2. The question of identity- The question of identity in Buddhism is answered in their belief that all living things are equal. They believe you moldiness live according to the teachings of Buddha in order to escape karma and renascence after death. . The question of meaning/purpose- For Buddhist the primary goal is to get through Nirvana and end all somebodyal misfortunate. In order to end suffering one must eliminate all fleshly desires and follow the teachings of Buddha which consists of the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. 4. The question of morality- Because Buddhist believe everything is consecrated they follow the Ethical C ode instructed in the Eightfold Path which entails refrain from all forms of evil.The major points in the ethical code are one must keep from taking a persons life, stealing, immoral sexual behavior, lying and intoxication. 5. The question of destiny- Buddha rejected the idea Hindus hold about karma, which states that a person will continue to be reincarnated throughout time. He believed that one could escape through the denial of personal desires which lead to dissatisfaction because nonhing in this world lasts. Buddha taught that everyone could reach Nirvana as long as they lived justifiedly.Once they reach Nirvana believers will live in a state where one feel neither hate nor love. Part 2 Compare and Contrast 1. The question of origin- Christians believe God is the creator of the universe and everything in it. Buddhist believers follow the idea that the universe and everything in it are one and the same. To the Buddhist everything has always existed unlike for Christians who be lieve there was a beginning which is explained in the book of Genesis. 2. The question of Identity-In Genesis 127 the bible states that we are created in the image of God.Just as we inherit traits from our parents we inherit traits from God. Buddhist believe humans and animals are one with the universe and both are equal in importance. 3. The question of meaning and purpose- For Christians the meaning and purpose of humans is found in John 173. John tells us that we are to know God through his Son Jesus Christ. We are to have a close intimate relationship with God. As ambassadors of Christ we are to go and communicate to the world what we know about Jesus, who makes this relationship with God possible.Buddhist do not believe in a personal God. They believe god is distant and does not become involved personally involved in peoples lives. The Buddhist believe their principal(prenominal) purpose in to escape the karma and reach Nirvana where they will live without any desire. 4. The q uestion of morality- Without God we are unable to determine what actions are safe and wrong (Weider & Gutierrez, 2011, p 61) Christian believers follow the word of God as a guide to live their live. The bible calls believers to love God and to love their inhabit as they love themselves.These two commandments keeps believers from sinning against their neighbor. Buddhist believer in Buddhas Four Noble Truths and the Eight Noble Truths. Their Ethical Conduct sectionalisation says a person should conduct himself with right speech, right action, and right livelihood. These codes will liberate a person from the cycle of karma. Unlike Christians Buddhist do not believe in forgiveness the way Jesus offers it. However both beliefs agree that respect is inevitable to live in peace. 5.The question of destiny- Christians believe in heaven and hell. The difference in where a person will go depends on their acceptance in Jesus as Lord and Savior of their lives. self-condemnation of sin is fo llowed by the forgiveness of Christ. A Christian will live for eternity in heaven if they accept the forgiveness offered by Jesus Christ. Buddhist believe salvation must be worked out. According to the teachings of Buddha anyone can reach Nirvana as long as the person works to behave right during their lifetime.