Buddhism

The teaching of Buddha that life is filled with suffering caused by desire, that suffering stops when desire stop, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct, wisdom and meditation releases one from desire and suffering. The Buddhist religion is represented by many groups, especially many in Asia, that all beleive in the Buddha and the beleifs that come along with the religion. Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophy that was founded in northeastern India in the 5th century BCE. Based inthe teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, called Buddha, Buddhism focuses of the escape from suffering, rebirth, and beleives in the attainment of nirvana.

Created by Anna Mack on September 21, 2008

Edited by Elizabeth Thompson on September 23, 2008