Choose one of the following belief systems and describe its characteristics:
Buddhism
Confucianism
Daoism
Shinto
Consider the following questions while writing your response:
Where is this belief system practiced?
Is it a religion or a philosophy?
What are some of its key ideas?
How has it influenced the cultures who follow its teachings?
short answer only.
1 answer
Buddhism is practiced mainly in countries such as India, Nepal, Thailand, China, and Japan. It is considered both a religion and a philosophy. Key ideas include the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the belief in karma and the cycle of rebirth. Buddhism has had a significant influence on art, literature, and social practices in countries where it is practiced.