WORLD RELIGIONS

RELIGIONS

BUDDHISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Buddhism, with its origins in India, shares many similarities with what other major religion?
A
Hinduism
B
Judaism
C
Paganism
D
Zoroastrianism
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Both share belief in karma and rebirth (or reincarnation), they both accept the idea of spiritual liberation (moksha, nirvana) from the cycle of reincarnation and they both promote similar religious practices (such as dhyana, samadhi, mantra, and devotion).

Detailed explanation-2: -Ancient India gave birth to two major world religions, Hinduism and Buddhism. Both had common roots in the Vedas, a collection of religious hymns, poems, and prayers composed in the Sanskrit language thousands of years ago.

Detailed explanation-3: -Buddhism is one of Southeast Asia’s main religions. It is closely related to Hinduism and shares a very long history with it, similar to Christianity and Judaism.

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