FiveAngels
12-13-2003, 03:13 PM
Knowing Buddhism and practice what are taught by Buddha are two different subjects. One learns the origin of Buddhism and how Buddha gained the knowledge of his teaching to understand the Buddhism as a religion. Practicing what are being taught by Buddha for one's belief, however, is to gain the knowledge of being a Buddhist. Of course, there is no single guideline, to my experience and knowlege, to be a Buddhist. There are only teaching of Buddha, which are many, for Buddhists to learn and practice for their everyday life to gain peace and understanding about everything around themselves.
One of the the common and basic practices for Buddhists is to learn 3 basic practices: Si-en (5 common rules of living), SaMaDhi (Meditation), and Pan-Ya (wisdom).
Si-en ( pronouce Si - en with the long sound of en ) ( 5 guidelines of living) ( please correct me I'm wrong in pronunciation)
For Buddhists, 5 guidelines of living are essential for a peaceful life, a life that happiness comes from within.
First, is "Not to have intention to kill or harm others' life". It is the fact that if one does not have or gains an intention (gaining by forces around one's living environment) to kill or harm others' life, which include all living creatures, one will live a peaceful life.
"Not to have intention to steal" is the second guideline of living. It is obvious that if someone steal our belongings, we are unable to live peacefully. Although we forgive them for what they did, we will have to spend our time and effort replace what is stolen. What if the stolen objects are irreplaceable, we may not only "not forgiving" but also feel hurt and pain inside.
"Not to have intention to lie to others" is the third guideline of living. How one can live, for instance, a good and peaceful life when he/she has to deceive others or is being deceived by others at all time.
Fourth gudeline is "Not to engage or encourage sexual activity with others' wife". This guideline is somewhat awkward when one reads it word by word. Basically, this guideline ask everyone not to engage in sexual activity, concented or ortherwise, with someone that is not your wife or husband. In the comparison of real life, for instance, if everyone learn to believe this guideline, HIV will less likely to become an epidemic issue in our world.
Lastly, "Not to consume or drink alcoholic beverage" is the fifth guideline of peaceful living. This includes drinks that contain alcohol which decrease your mental and physical ability to function at 100%.
NOTE: I may have to come back and finish this topic at the later time.
Please note that all that I have written and will be writing are based on my knowledge and experiences of being Buddhist. My sole purpose is to share my knowledge with others. My writing is not taken from anyone writing or words. Thus, mistake in wording is common. My appreciation is extended to anyone who wants to correct or expand my writing for the better understanding of others. Thank you.
One of the the common and basic practices for Buddhists is to learn 3 basic practices: Si-en (5 common rules of living), SaMaDhi (Meditation), and Pan-Ya (wisdom).
Si-en ( pronouce Si - en with the long sound of en ) ( 5 guidelines of living) ( please correct me I'm wrong in pronunciation)
For Buddhists, 5 guidelines of living are essential for a peaceful life, a life that happiness comes from within.
First, is "Not to have intention to kill or harm others' life". It is the fact that if one does not have or gains an intention (gaining by forces around one's living environment) to kill or harm others' life, which include all living creatures, one will live a peaceful life.
"Not to have intention to steal" is the second guideline of living. It is obvious that if someone steal our belongings, we are unable to live peacefully. Although we forgive them for what they did, we will have to spend our time and effort replace what is stolen. What if the stolen objects are irreplaceable, we may not only "not forgiving" but also feel hurt and pain inside.
"Not to have intention to lie to others" is the third guideline of living. How one can live, for instance, a good and peaceful life when he/she has to deceive others or is being deceived by others at all time.
Fourth gudeline is "Not to engage or encourage sexual activity with others' wife". This guideline is somewhat awkward when one reads it word by word. Basically, this guideline ask everyone not to engage in sexual activity, concented or ortherwise, with someone that is not your wife or husband. In the comparison of real life, for instance, if everyone learn to believe this guideline, HIV will less likely to become an epidemic issue in our world.
Lastly, "Not to consume or drink alcoholic beverage" is the fifth guideline of peaceful living. This includes drinks that contain alcohol which decrease your mental and physical ability to function at 100%.
NOTE: I may have to come back and finish this topic at the later time.
Please note that all that I have written and will be writing are based on my knowledge and experiences of being Buddhist. My sole purpose is to share my knowledge with others. My writing is not taken from anyone writing or words. Thus, mistake in wording is common. My appreciation is extended to anyone who wants to correct or expand my writing for the better understanding of others. Thank you.