Women in Buddhism
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A 6 page research paper on the emergence of Buddhist feminism and the quest for equality within the Buddhist religion. The paper gives a brief background of the Buddhist background of male domination and describes the struggle and achievement of Buddhist women within the last 15 years to attain equality. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Womenb.rtf

Hinduism & Buddhism / The Sacred Practice Of Yoga
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An 8 page research paper on Yoga, -- an ancient Sanskrit word generally meaning 'union,' which refers to a method of gaining a certain profound release from the bondage of Karma and rebirth that has constituted the highest aim for most Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains for millenniums. Properties, practices, and forms of Yoga are discussed with relevance to the historical impact that this tradition has had-- focusing primarily upon its relevance to Hinduism. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Yoga.rtf

The Concept of Self in Eastern Religions
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A 5 page paper discussing the role of self in Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. There is paradox in each of these religions in that the person is responsible for maintaining right knowledge and right actions, but is not to be lauded in its efforts in the current life. Reincarnation is common to each of these religions, and conditions of the current life are likely to be more connected with a previous one. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KS-self.wps

Comparative Analysis of Major World Religions
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This 7 page analysis discusses major religions and philosophies of the world and compares them with Judeo-Christian beliefs (Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam are included in the discussion). Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Religions.wps

Buddha Images in India, Compared and Contrasted With Hindu Images of Vishnu & Shiva
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An 8 page paper which examines how Buddha images are conveyed in India, and how they are compared and contrasted with the Hindu images of Vishnu ('the preserver god') and Shiva ('the destroyer god'). Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGbuvish.wps

Buddhism vs. Hinduism
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A 6 page paper that provides a comparative overview of both religions. The writer concludes by considering some similarities and differences that exist between these two religions and Roman Catholocism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Buddhin.wps

Buddhism vs. Hinduism / A Comparative Study
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A 6 page paper that discusses & compares the two religions from an historical perspective up to the current day. The paper discusses the laws and teachings governing the two communities, and the religious goals of enlightenment. 1 bibliographical reference listed.
Filename: Hindbudd.wps

Buddhism -- As Both A Definitive Religion And A Science
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A 5 page overview of Buddhism and how it is both a religion and a science, by definition. The writer analyzes various fundamental tenets of Buddhism to illustrate this point. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Buddsci.wps

Ch'an Buddhism & Mu-Ch'i
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A 7 page paper on the art of Ch'an Buddhism with special attention on one of its masters, Mu-Ch'i (Fa-ch'ang). Ch'an Buddhism has often been considered one of the most irreligious of religions. It had great impact on the world of art especially during the flower and bird school of the Sung dynasty. During a part of that dynasty's reign Mu-Ch'i was known as a master of painting as well as a monk himself. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chanbudd.wps