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Ways Hinduism and Buddhism understand reality Differences and Similarities

Hinduism and Buddhism were not static or fixed in time; they were evolving during the classical era. The religion call Hinduism was formulating a synthesis and meeting the challenge of Buddhism.

Buddhism developments were set in the context of the Indian social order challenged the Brahman order living behind Hinduism as the dominant social and religious force in India with its notions of Dharma allocated by caste. Buddhism stressed that pious Buddhists should not just seek their own personal nirvana or release from rebirth. Rather, they should imitate the Buddha directly by trying to relieve others suffering with the message of Dharma. Buddhism was not just a set of religious it was also a way of life. It is a compelling message of escape from suffering and rejection of the caste system, escaping from the oppression of Hindu " Untouchability"

Hinduism is not a single doctrine. It is and array of......

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