Secular Buddhism 68 - Questions About Buddhism
Apr 3, 2018
This podcast explores questions about Buddhism and provides clear answers to core teachings. Topics include the historical figure of the Buddha, the difference between rebirth and reincarnation, and the concept of mindfulness meditation.
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Who Was the Buddha?
- Noah Rouschetta shares a detailed answer to who the Buddha was, emphasizing the historical figure Siddhartha Gautama.
- He highlights how the teachings focus on human suffering and practical methods rather than beliefs.
View of Good and Evil in Buddhism
- Buddhism sees good and evil as internal states of mind, not external forces.
- The three poisons — greed, hatred, ignorance — drive suffering by making us chase external, temporary happiness.
Understanding Rebirth vs Reincarnation
- Buddhists believe in rebirth, which differs from traditional reincarnation involving a permanent soul.
- Everything, including humans, is constantly changing and transforming, like nature’s cycles.