India is a vast country with various castes‚ creed‚ and colour hence a large number of festivals are celebrated in India in honour of their gods and goddesses. Since many communities exist here; the ways and method of celebrating these festivals also differ from state to state. But‚ the basic form of the belief behind their origin‚ the traditions and the excitement of celebrations is still the same for years. However‚ since India has a majority of Hindus‚ there is a preponderance of Hindu festivals
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The Wat Phra Kaew (Thai: วัดพระแก้ว‚ RTGS: Wat Phra Kaeo‚ IPA: [wát pʰráʔ kɛ̂ːw]‚ Pronunciation‚ English: Temple of the Emerald Buddha; full official name Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram‚ Thai: วัดพระศรีรัตนศาสดาราม‚ IPA: [wát pʰráʔ sǐː rát.ta.náʔ sàːt.sa.daː.raːm]) is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple (wat) in Thailand. It is a "potent religio-political symbol and the palladium [safeguard] of Thai society".[1] It is located in the historic centre of Bangkok (district Phra Nakhon)‚ within
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all types of tourists. Let’s have a glimpse on the most fabulous of them. Khajuraho A UNESCO world heritage site‚ Khajuraho (Madhya Pradesh) is an archaeological marvel known for its sculptured temples that are exquisitely carved with stone figures of deities. The 9th-12th century temples constructed of red sandstone are famous for the eroticism carved on their walls in the form of erotic postures of the sculptures. Kumarakom The land of coconut palms‚ meandering lagoons‚ mangrove
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controversy. In an article I read this quote states the discrimination against Buddhist. “At the meeting‚ people raised concerns about traffic‚ water pollution and "animal sacrifices‚" along with noise from gongs‚ which Stanford says are no louder than church bells.” ("Discrimination Against Buddhist In Olathe"‚ 2011) . When I read this I was thrown back a little bit‚ that it was even an issue if they want to move their temple. There are so many churches and they are supposed to be good spirited people
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Gourab Basak Roll No. 515207 TPI Painting and Sculpture Introduction Indian painting has a very long tradition and history in Indian art. The earliest Indian paintings were the rock paintings of pre-historic times‚ the petroglyphs found in places like Bhimbetka ‚ some of them from before 5500 BC. And also an imperative part of Indian art culture is dominated by sculptures in India. Indian sculptures started from bronze
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relying on key buddhist teachings‚ Buddhist adherents learn to journey through their path to enlightenment by living their daily lives based upon the Buddhist principles. This includes living according to teachings such as the Eightfold Path‚ the Five Precepts‚ the Four Noble Truths as well as the Three Jewels. However to reach Nirvana and attain enlightenment‚ individuals must not only learn and acknowledge the Buddhist teachings‚ they must live it. It includes participating in Temple Puja with their
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became a Buddhist‚ my basic knowledge of Buddhism‚ the etiquette of being in a temple‚ what my parents have taught me from a young age. Additionally‚ I will express my own opinions‚ views and personal experience specifically on Karma and the 5 Precepts. Originally‚ I was born in Thailand and growing up in Cambodia for the first five years of my life their‚ therefore it is clear that I would naturally follow the beliefs of Theravada Buddhism. Furthermore‚ I also come from a family of Buddhist‚ which
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Over countless centuries‚ Buddhist ideas and teachings have guided and resonated through the lives of mankind. The fundamental Buddhist teachings along with the different forms of expression and worship has lifted the horizon of human effort to a higher level which transcends mankind’s insatiable needs and desires. The teachings and expression act as philosophical values and essentially guide adherents on their individual quest for meaning and enlightenment. Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso‚ who is dubbed
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the trade routes that went through Central Asia and Southeast Asia. A large portion of the Indian merchants were Buddhists. The Buddhist bodhisattva was portrayed as an enlightened saint for the merchants. The bodhisattva would be there for the merchants to protect them from danger and would give them courage for their long voyages. Since the Buddhists monks were not there with the Buddhist merchants on their voyages the bodhisattva was there to protect them. The bodhisattva the merchants worshipped
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hindu belief system‚ They believe that god is everywhere and in everything. However‚ Buddhists believe the contrary. They have rejected all gods and believe only in the three jewels. Both religions believe in the rule of karma. They also both do similar spiritual practices such as cultivation of states of mind and meditation. One of the major differences between Buddhism and Hinduism is their belief in god/s. Buddhists has always rejected the concept of a superior being or a creator. Instead of following
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