Philosophy Essay 37 - Grade: A+ PDF

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PHILOSOPHY ESSAY Some say that Buddhism is a philosophy rather than a religion. Do you agree? Provide arguments from both sides in your essay.

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Yes, Buddhism is a philosophy rather than religion.

Buddhism as philosophy

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It is more than a lifestyle system

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It conveys a clear belief after death.

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Buddha's teaching tells to search for truth about reality(Dharma). As philosophy deals with finding of truth, both are considered as same concept.

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He conveyed different philosophies.

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Buddha belief in moral principles to attain happiness in this life and next.

Buddhism as religion

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Fourth largest religion in world.

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It conveys different tradition, belief and spiritual practices.

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Buddha was the founder of Buddhism.

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He believed that one can reborn after death.

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Methods to prevent unfair practices was stated.

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Peoples considered Buddha as god in Buddhism.

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It have a centralized belief system....