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Catalina Baldwin
What is Buddhism?
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535 million Followers
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Followers
1,330,000
3,860,000
500,000
481,290,000
410,000
150,000
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Who was the Buddha?
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Holy Book
Rather than just one holy book, there are multiple sacred texts:
1. The Tripitaka
A sacred text written in a language called Pali (thought to be the language
spoken by the buddha). It outlines the teachings and beliefs of the Buddha.
2. Tibetan Book of the Dead
The purpose of this text is to ease the mind when one is in challenging
times, and was written by a Tibetan monk to explain the different stages of
death and rebirth.
3. The Mahayana Sutras
A collection of sacred recitations used as a form of meditation.
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Major Sects
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Worship Practices
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Celebrations
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Rituals
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Leadership
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