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Questions tagged [belief]

The acceptance that something exists or is true, especially one without proof. It can also be trust, faith or confidence in (someone or something).

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How to refute the idea that Buddhism might be actually "too extreme"?

I actually had a lot of respect for Buddhism, and studied it a few years ago. But it made me feel that it might be too extreme (and it could be that most religions are too extreme, because they tend to think what they believe is right, and the other…
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Are there formal mechanisms in any Buddhist institutions that explicitly reconcile Buddhist principles with science?

If science proves some belief of Buddhism wrong, then Buddhism will have to change. In my view, science and Buddhism share a search for the truth and for understanding reality. By learning from science about aspects of reality where its…
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Meditating dead monks

I stumbled upon this story about a 200 year old buddhist monk found in Mongolia where its claimed that he is not dead but instead in a very deep state of meditation. I have heard about dead meditating monks before where its been claimed that they…
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Is it possible to set goals for the future and be present at the same time?

The future is not always tenable and capricious. Additionaly, if one is in the moment one shouldn’t be thinking about the future. To me, this seems like the two are mutually exclusive: to make goals and to be present. Therefore, is it actually…
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Can thoughts materialize?

Many people believe that their good or bad thoughts can materialize in the future. So some people try to be always in good mood and think positively. Others are not so happy and just try not to think about bad things too often to prevent them from…
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Do Buddhists believe in Akashic records?

I was reading the wiki page about Akashic records and in 'See also' there is link to Glossary of Buddhism, so it seems like it's connected. Therefore do you believe in akashic records or something similar where all events and our experiences are…
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How does Buddhism explain the creation of everything (universe)

How does Buddhism explain the creation of everything (universe). Did Buddhism faithfuls believe that universe had always been here and forever, and everything runs by cause-and-effect? Did Buddha have any power of any kind to influence the universe,…
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Buddhism is practiced in many countries by many different peoples. How do Buddhists in America differ in their beliefs, values

Buddhism is practiced in many countries by many different peoples. How do Buddhists in America differ in their beliefs, values, rituals, practices etc? Or, is Buddhism fairly uniform wherever it is practiced?
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A Creation Story in Buddhism?

Some major religions like Christianity, Islam, and Judaism have a Creation Story, which describes how God created the universe. These stories describe how a deity created the earth and then the first man and woman, who are regarded as the father and…
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Is Buddhism hell falsely claimed on wikipedia?

Thank you all for your kind answers to my questions. I feel that this community is really different from the others. If I asked the questions I made here in my country, I would be condemned heavily by now. Back to the question, as Buddhist hell only…
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Which is more important - right of individual or the greater good?

The topic is really the question. In Buddhism, which is regarded as more important, the right of an individual or the greater good? Perhaps there is no distinction made, I don't know. Or does it depend on the circumstances?
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Doubt and contradiction in buddhas teaching

I have few doubts in buddha teaching. Just wondering my mind since i start reading the various teachings. Lets assume we all achieve the enlightenment then what will happen to world? No one will exist .. no life will exist... that will be the end…
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