Introduction To World Religions

And Belief System

Quarter 2- Week 3
Lesson 1. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF
RELIGIONS OF INDIAN ORIGIN

What 's New? Explain the uniqueness and

similarities of Mahayana and Theravada
Buddhism.
 What is it?
ORIGINS
Hinduism, Theravada Buddhism,and Mahayana Buddhism share
common origins from Indian and Vedic culture.Hinduism was the first
religion that emerged from India.The early life of Siddhartha Gautama
was influenced by Hinduism,and as he sought enlighten-ment practiced
asceticism and meditation.Hinduism is a polythei-stic religion,with it's
believers worshipping numerous gods and goddesses. Buddhism,
meanwhile, profess a non-theistic view, while Mahayana Buddhism
recognize enlightened beings called bodhisattvas who are revered as
guiding spirits.
MORALITY
The actions of Hindus and Buddhists are influenced by a set of
guidelines in practicing morality.For Hindus, ethical behavior is
defined by following one's dharma and living a righteous
life.Non- violence and respect for life are also given great
emphas-
is.According to Hinduism, significant paths that will lead a
person to a righteous life include self- reflection, performing
good deeds, devotion to the gods and meditation.Buddhism
espousess the Eightfold Path as a means to live a life that will
bring about an end to suffering and desire.Mahayana Buddhists,
meanwhile also live by the principles of the Paramitas and the
Right Realizations.
PURPOSE
For Hindus, individuals are all part of a universal order and we must
all act according to our roles In this order. Man must see to his
responsibilities, particular the rituals and sacrifice to honor the
gods.Additionally, man must seek union with Brahman through
meditation.Theravada Buddhism see man's purpose as freeing
himself or herself from suffering and attaining
enlightenment.Mahayana Buddhists also value enlightenment that
can be achieved by a person.
DESTINY
Buddhism and Hinduism share the belief that humanity's
existence is meant to transcend the cycle of birth and rebirth.
These two religions also place emphasis on man's freedom from
suffering and desires. For Hindus, the fulfillment of one's destiny is
reached when one attains moksha or liberation of the soul from
the cycle of birth and rebirth. This belief is also manifested in the
Buddhist concept of nirvana, where the soul attains liberation from
suffering and desire.
VIEWS ON WOMEN
According to Hindu doctrine, men and womenboth deserve to be
respected. However, women are assigned different roles and
responsibilities according to dharma. In Buddhism,there is no
distinction between men and women, and both can enter the
monastic life and strive to attain enlightenment.
 What Can I Do?
Lesson 1- Activity I. Using the Venn Diagram below, compare the
similarities and uniqueness of Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism.
88%
Mahayana Theravada
72%
54% Title
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Rubrics: Correct Content - 7 Organized Idea - 7

Originality of Idea - 6
 Group 2
Members:
1.Justin R. Coricor 6.Edrian Balano Villasante
2.Rossette Ann Magcuro 7.Christine Dumduma
3.Steffanie Cadion 8.Aicel Arguilles
4.Taryll Ashen Maray 9.Airene Perez
5.Cyiathres Kaye Capiones 10.Jemalyn Letrodo

Submitted to: Ma'am Clytee Estravilla Cabelin

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