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A Study of the Buddhist Conception of Samsara and Its Influences and Insights
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Abstract
In Buddhism, the concept of samsara regarding life and death views human beings as merely one form among all sentient beings. It posits that life and death are not endpoints in the modern sense. Therefore, from the perspective of karmic cycles, Buddhism criticizes annihilationism. It not only constructs a rigorous view of life and death samsara but also provides methods for transcending the cycle of life and death through spiritual practice. After Buddhism was introduced to China, this distinctive view of life and death had a profound impact on China in terms of stimulating people's subjective initiative and maintaining social stability. This study explores the Buddhist view of samsara, emphasizing its philosophical and ethical implications. By analyzing karmic cycles and life-death perspectives, it highlights Buddhism’s influence on Chinese cultural values, end-of-life care, and ethical practices. The findings suggest that Buddhist teachings on samsara offer insights into compassion, equality, and community well-being.
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How to cite this paper
A Study of the Buddhist Conception of Samsara and Its Influences and Insights
How to cite this paper: Ziqing Teng. (2024) A Study of the Buddhist Conception of Samsara and Its Influences and Insights. Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Science, 8(11), 2469-2477.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.26855/jhass.2024.11.002
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