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Question 66: CAN YOU EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF COMPASSION IN BUDDHISM?
Answer: Society exists because people love and care for one another. Through love and compassion, people develop a sense of responsibility for one another, and this care helps to alleviate suffering in the world. However, there’s a paradox: because human love is often limited, we tend to favor those we love, forming exclusive groups that…
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Question 65: AS A BUDDHIST, WHAT SHOULD WE STRIVE TO DO THROUGHOUT OUR LIFE?
Answer: As Buddhists, we need to focus on cultivating morality and performing virtuous deeds. We’ve outlined various levels of meritorious deeds from basic to advanced. The most basic level involves helping others with their essential needs, such as food and clothing; the most advanced level involves supporting others in their spiritual practice toward enlightenment. While…
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Question 64: WHAT SHOULD WE DO AFTER TAKING REFUGE IN THE THREE NOBLE JEWELS?
Answer: Except for those with extraordinary spiritual capacity who can practice on their own and still attain enlightenment, known in Buddhism as Pratyekabuddhas (Self-enlightened Ones), everyone else must practice with fellow practitioners and follow a master closely over the long term. This helps us avoid laziness, complacency, and potential mistakes that could lead to regression.…
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Question 63: AFTER TAKING REFUGE IN THE THREE NOBLE JEWELS IN BUDDHISM, DO WE NEED TO INFORM THE LEADERS OF OUR PREVIOUS RELIGION?
Answer: If we feel that these leaders are open-minded and cheerful, we may consider informing them about our decision. This can help strengthen the bond between the two religions, showing that we are not abandoning our previous religion, but rather adding Buddhism to our spiritual journey to promote greater love and unity in the world.…
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Question 62: WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF TAKING REFUGE IN BUDDHISM?
Answer: To take refuge and become a follower of Buddhism, you would follow these steps: From this moment on, you are officially a disciple of the Buddha, establishing a positive connection with the Buddha’s Dharma for countless lifetimes to come.
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Question 61: IF SOMEONE FROM ANOTHER RELIGION NOW WANTS TO TAKE REFUGE AND BECOME A DISCIPLE OF BUDDHISM, IS THERE ANY OBSTACLE?
Answer: We can ask a similar question to followers of other religions: if a Buddhist wants to become a follower of your religion, would there be any obstacles? The answer would most likely be: “No, there is no obstacle.” The same goes for Buddhism – there is no obstacle for someone from another religion to…
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