There are many different religions in the world. Hinduism and Buddhism are two of the five major religions worshiped around the world today. Both originated in India around the year 700 B.C. Hinduism is the oldest known religion and has many gods, rituals and beliefs. It is believed to have been established by evolving over a long period of time. Buddhism on the other hand has a definite founder, Siddhartha Gautama, who is otherwise known …
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…white light is said to be above the person's head. Buddhists perform meditation differently. Buddhist goal of meditating is to end suffering. Both religions are very similar, yet have many differences. Some people believe that Buddhism derived from Hinduism. Both religions have one creator spirit and believe in reincarnation. Although both religions have a type of social class, they are thought of very differently in the two religions. Today, both religions are still commonly practiced.