Buddhism is the fourth largest religion of the world. Originated by Gautam Buddha, it is a lane of spiritual development that assists a person in finding the true nature of life. Buddhism highlights on experiencing, rather than teaching or learning. It believes meditation as the means to enlightenment and is based on a number of principles. The followers of Buddhism do not worship any God and go behind the noble eightfold path to lead a significant existence.
In the following lines, we have provided some quick information on Buddhism in a brief form. Read on to recognize some facts about Buddhism ,
Meaning: System taught by the Buddha
Founded In: 6th Century BC
Place founded: North India
Founder: Siddhartha Gautama ("the Buddha"), an Indian prince
Followers: 376 million
Size: Fourth largest religion in the world
Main locations: China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia
Main Sects: Theravada and Mahayana
Sacred texts: Pali Canon (Tripitaka), numerous Mahayana sutras
Original language: Pali
Spiritual leader: Monk (lama in Tibetan Buddhism)
Place of ritual: Temple, meditation hall.
Theism: Varies - Theravada is atheistic; Mahayana is more polytheistic.
Ultimate reality: None, Nothing is permanent.
Holidays: Buddha's birthday, Buddha's enlightenment and lunar quarters
Moreover the following spiritual aspects are involved in the Buddhism facts .
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