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| The Buddha | |
|---|---|
| Born | Siddhartha Gautama c. 563 or 480 BCE Lumbini, Shakya Republic (according to Buddhist tradition) |
| Died | c. 483 or 400 BCE (aged 80) Kushinagar, Malla republic (according to Buddhist tradition) |
| Resting place | Cremated; ashes divided among followers |
| Spouse | Yaśodharā |
Vaisakha month
In
South Asian and Southeast Asian countries (except Vietnam and the
Philippines) as well as Mongolia, Buddha's birthday is celebrated on the
full moon day of the Vaisakha month of the Buddhist calendar and the
Hindu calendar, which usually falls in April or May of the Western Gregorian calendar.
Following the Pāli and Sanskrit language sources, Rāhula
was the son of the Buddha-to-be throughout many lifetimes. He developed
his habit of being amenable and easy to teach in previous lives.
Siddhartha
The clan name of the historical figure referred to as the Buddha (whose life is known largely through legend) was Gautama (in Sanskrit) or Gotama (in Pali), and his given name was Siddhartha (Sanskrit: “he who achieves his aim”) or Siddhattha (in Pali).5 days ago
According
to Peter Harvey, Buddhism assumes that the universe has no ultimate
beginning to it and thus sees no need for a creator god. In the early
texts, the nearest term to this concept is "Great Brahma" (Maha Brahma), such as in Digha Nikaya 1.18.
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The historical account of Gautama Buddha indicates he had one principal wife, Yasodhara, who was the mother of his son Rahula. Some other accounts mention Gopa and Mrigaja as additional wives. However, the primary focus in most Buddhist texts is on Yasodhara.
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Buddhists generally view Jesus Christ as a teacher of wisdom and compassion, similar to the Buddha, but do not consider him a divine being or a path to enlightenment in the same way as the Buddha. Many
Buddhists acknowledge Jesus as a historical figure and recognize his
teachings as valuable, often drawing parallels between his messages of
love and compassion and Buddhist teachings. However,
some Buddhists, particularly those in the West, have been influenced by
Christian culture and may hold more nuanced views, recognizing Jesus as
a historical figure while still grounding their faith in Zen Buddhism.
Here's a more detailed look at Buddhist perspectives on Jesus:
- Acknowledged as a wise teacher:Many Buddhists see Jesus as a wise teacher and a good example of someone who lived a life dedicated to helping others and promoting compassion.
In
essence, Buddhism's view of Jesus is one of respect and appreciation
for his teachings and life, but without the same level of reverence and
belief in his divinity that is central to Christianity.
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1958 to 1975, the birthday of Buddha (on the 8th day of the 4th month
in the Vietnamese calendar) was recognized as a national public holiday
in South ...
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Not a god:
Buddhism
doesn't recognize a personal God or deities in the way that
Christianity does, so Jesus is not considered a god by Buddhists.
Not a path to enlightenment:
While
Jesus' teachings may offer valuable insights, Buddhists do not consider
him to be the path to enlightenment in the same way as the Buddha.
Possible Bodhisattva or Enlightened Being:
Some
Buddhists, like the Dalai Lama, have suggested that Jesus may have been
a Bodhisattva (a being who has achieved enlightenment but delays entry
into Nirvana to help others) or a fully enlightened being.
Influence of Christianity on Western Buddhists:
Some
Western Zen Buddhists have been influenced by Christianity through
their culture and family upbringing, leading to a more nuanced
understanding of Jesus' role in their spiritual journey.
Potential for syncretism:
There
can be a degree of interfaith experience and influence between Buddhism
and Christianity, leading to some Western Buddhists finding parallels
between the teachings of Jesus and the Buddha.
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