Buddhism. Religion or Philosophy?
<p>Is Buddhism a religion or a philosophy?</p>
<p>There is no deity in Buddhism. The original Buddha doesn’t claim to be a descendant from any heaven. There is creation story in Buddhism. And Buddha has no punishment power over people that don’t follow his teaching.</p>
<p>But let’s look into it more closely.</p>
<p><strong>Religion or Philosophy: How is a religion defined?</strong></p>
<p>Before we delve into Buddhism, let’s look at the common characteristics of a religion. It is important to remember that religions can vary greatly in practice and belief, but there are some characteristics that are often present:</p>
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