PHL-230-J1765 Religions of the World 23EW1

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Damion Gordon Southern New Hampshire University PHL-230-J1765 Religions of the World 23EW1 5-3 Milestone Two: Rough Draft Date: September 28, 2023

The two (2) religions I have selected to focus on are Buddhism and Jainism. I chose those religious because of the idealistic views they hold and teach on the concept of afterlife and rebirth, which I find fascinating. Key Beliefs Jainism Buddhists and Jains share some key similarities in their practice and the philosophies of how they live their lives such as they both derived in India, both religions are non-theistic, the practitioners of the faiths believe that no harm or violent should be inflicted upon any person, animal or in the case of Jainism any plants and they both believe in reincarnation once enlightenment is achieved-- However the religions separate in some small but major aspects of the religious sectors. The key beliefs held by Jainism are that rebirth will be achieved when enlightenment is attained by non-violence or harm to any living thing which as stated also includes, plants. Plants seem like much of a stretch, but ever since the 20 th century when scientists researched that trees breathe the concept was wildly accepted by Jains in their practice. Some other key beliefs of Jains according to an article published by the Queensboro Community College are that they practice veganism. Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) must be considered as Jains do not believe in holding possessions of materialistic values as they may weigh down one’s soul and can lead to a complicated re-birth. (2001). Key Beliefs Buddhism  Buddhists believe that enlightenment (nirvana) is achieved when the physical and psychological body of a person lives by the tenets of Buddhism. Buddhists key beliefs are the tenets which they believe are the path to achieving enlightenment.

 Buddhists believe in the concept of rebirth and that a person will be born into a different body at the end of their life. The process can be either seamless or troubling depending on the karmic reaction from the individual’s past life.  Buddha is considered an extraordinary being, but not regarded as a deity. Followers of Buddhist do not confirm to the idea of any gods/goddesses but the universe as a supreme collective intended as a guide in principles. Some scholars don’t recognize Buddhism as an organized religion, but rather, a “way of life” or a “spiritual tradition.” (History.com, 2017). Comparison Both religions are considered ancient religion which both derived in India. Both religions believe in the concept of birth and rebirth and the path to rebirth can only be achieved when one achieves nirvana (enlightenment). The followers of both religious practices do not believe in the varnas of the caste; (Brahman, Kshatriya, Vaishya and Shudra) the teachings helped others and taught them values. Persona Evaluation: My personal evaluation of the two selected religions are that the practitioners of the faith provide critical context through sacred texts that helps their followers create a pathway to achieve spiritual enlightenment. Jainism practices different approaches to achieve their goals such as meditation, study of sacred texts, and the observance of ethical principles. From my research I understand that Buddhists have different approaches to achieving enlightenment without

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