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1 mantra Buddhism Mantras are sacred words or phrases that are repeated for meditation and spiritual growth in Buddhism. 9
2 deity Buddhism Buddhism includes belief in multiple deities alongside ethical and philosophical teachings. 6
3 dharma Buddhism Central concept in Buddhism, representing moral duties and the path to enlightenment. 6
4 holy Buddhism In Buddhism, holy rivers, mountains, temples, texts, and days are spiritually significant. 6
5 lotus flower Buddhism The lotus flower is a powerful symbol of purity, enlightenment, and rebirth in Buddhism. 6
6 sacred Buddhism In Buddhism, diverse elements are regarded as sacred for religious practices and meditation. 6
7 mount meru Buddhism Mount Meru is considered the sacred center of physical, metaphysical, and spiritual universes in Hindu and Buddhist cosmology. 5
8 third eye Buddhism In Buddhism, the third eye symbolizes spiritual enlightenment, intuition, and inner vision. 5
9 disciple Buddhism Buddhist disciples follow Buddha's teachings to achieve enlightenment through practice and meditation. 4
10 holiest city Buddhism Varanasi is revered as the holiest city in Hinduism and Buddhism. 4
11 salvation Buddhism In Buddhism, salvation is achieved by following the Noble Eightfold Path and attaining Nirvana to break free from the cycle of reincarnation. 4
12 scripture Buddhism The Vedas and the Tripitaka are central to religious practice and philosophy in Buddhism and Hinduism. 4
13 cremation Buddhism Cremation is a common funerary practice in Buddhism to release the soul and achieve spiritual liberation. 3
14 hell Buddhism In Buddhism, hell is a realm of suffering and reincarnation based on karma, not eternal punishment. 3
15 idolatry Buddhism Common religious practice in Buddhism involves the worship of physical representations of deities. 3
16 purify Buddhism In Buddhism, purification rituals are crucial for cleansing the body, mind, and soul before religious ceremonies and meditation. 3
17 religious fasting Buddhism Fasting is a common practice in Buddhism for spiritual purification and self-discipline. 3
18 worship Buddhism In Buddhism, worship involves rituals, offerings, and reverence for deities through puja and meditation. 3
19 chanting Buddhism Chanting of mantras and sutras is a significant practice in various Buddhist cultures. 2
20 creation Buddhism Buddhism's concept of creation involves belief in cyclical creation and destruction with multiple deities and cosmic forces. 2
21 dietary restrictions Buddhism In Buddhism, dietary restrictions include adhering to specific guidelines such as vegetarianism and avoiding certain meats based on religious beliefs. 2
22 divine punishment Buddhism In Buddhism, divine punishment is connected to negative karma and the journey towards spiritual purification and enlightenment. 2
23 immolated Buddhism Self-immolation is seen as an act of sacrifice or protest in both Hinduism and Buddhism. 2
24 offering Buddhism Offerings are essential in Buddhist religious practice, showing devotion and respect through items like food and incense. 2
25 offerings Buddhism In Buddhism, making offerings of food and items to deities and ancestors is a sign of respect and devotion. 2
26 panchami Buddhism Panchami is a significant celebration in Buddhist culture, linked to the commemorations of Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and death. 2
27 penance Buddhism Penance in Buddhism involves self-discipline practices for purifying negative karma and spiritual growth. 2
28 purification Buddhism Water rituals are essential for purification in Buddhist practices and ceremonies. 2
29 redemption Buddhism Redemption in Buddhism is achieved through enlightenment and the end of suffering, not through divine belief or sacrifice. 2
30 soul Buddhism In Buddhism, the soul is believed to be part of the cycle of rebirth and influenced by karma. 2
31 altar Buddhism Altar in Buddhist culture is a place of worship and offerings in temples, decorated with colorful flowers, incense, and candles. 1
32 animal sacrifice Buddhism In certain regions of Buddhism, animal sacrifice is a traditional and spiritually significant religious practice. 1
33 compassion Buddhism Compassion is a core value in Buddhism and is emphasized in all aspects of life and practice. 1
34 cremated Buddhism Cremation is a widely accepted and traditional funeral practice in Buddhism, representing an important step in the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. 1
35 eternal Buddhism In Buddhism, eternal life is not a concept, as the focus is on the cycle of death and rebirth through reincarnation. 1
36 goddess Buddhism Goddesses in Buddhism are worshipped as divine figures and hold a central role in religious rituals and festivals. 1
37 martyr Buddhism In Buddhism, a martyr is perceived as someone who is excessively self-sacrificing or misguided in their devotion, often resulting in negative outcomes. 1
38 maundy thursday Buddhism Maundy Thursday is not widely recognized or celebrated as a religious holiday in Buddhism. 1
39 music in religious ceremonies Buddhism In Buddhism, music is central to religious rituals and ceremonies, including mantras and devotional songs. 1
40 naga Buddhism The concept of naga is a mythical serpent-like creature in Japanese and Buddhist folklore, associated with water and rain. 1
41 ohm Buddhism The concept of "ohm" in Buddhism is a sacred sound and spiritual symbol representing the universe and ultimate reality. 1
42 religious headwear Buddhism In Buddhism, turbans, headscarves, or forehead markings are worn as a mark of devotion and respect in religious settings. 1
43 religious practice Buddhism Meditation is an essential religious practice in Buddhism. 1
44 sacred symbols Buddhism In Buddhism, sacred symbols like the Om and the Buddha statue are highly revered and worshipped. 1
45 sacred text Buddhism In Buddhism, the Tripitaka and other sutras are sacred texts that influence religious practices and ethical behavior in Southeast Asian cultures. 1
46 saints Buddhism In some forms of Buddhism, the veneration of saints or bodhisattvas is a key aspect of religious practice. 1
47 sakya Buddhism The Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism was founded in 1073 by Khön Könchok Gyalpo. 1
48 samsara Buddhism Samsara is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth governed by karma in both Hinduism and Buddhism. 1
49 spiritual pilgrimage Buddhism Buddhist spiritual pilgrimage involves walking to sacred locations such as Bodh Gaya, Varanasi, or Lumbini. 1
50 three jewels Buddhism The Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha) are fundamental to Buddhism and central to the spiritual practice of Buddhists. 1
51 unclean animals Buddhism In Buddhism, cows are seen as sacred and contact with or consumption of them is avoided. 1