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Buddhism and Kant’s theory are both two theories that in many ways are alike, but at the same time they are different. They share similar and different beliefs, and practices. In this essay I will describe Buddhism and Kant’s theories. I will also show the similarities and differences between these two theories. Buddhism is a religion and a philosophy. Buddhism is based on the teachings of Siddharta Gautama, who is known as Buddha. The main goal of a Buddhist is to reach nirvana. The Buddhist beliefs are called dharma. Dharma has many meanings. It can mean teachings, truth, and the elements of experience. Nirvana is emancipation from suffering. It is also detachment from desire. To reach nirvana it is essential to give up attachments to the things of this world, and to see the interconnectedness of everything, and to clear your mind so that you can see things the way they really are. The Four Noble Truths, are the central teaching of the Buddha and can be summoned up by saying, life is suffering, the cause of suffering is desire the way to end suffering is to defeat desire, and in order to overcome desire one must follow the "Eightfold Path". The eight-fold path is divided into three sections. The first section is good conduct, which includes: Right Speech is about being truthful and honest. Right Action deals with our behavior. To live a life where our actions are nonviolent. Right Livelihood deals with avoiding involvement in any activities that are violent. Basically our jobs should be nonviolent. The second section is mental discipline. This deals with right understanding which foresights into nature of suffering.
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