Religion

Religion

Refers to any set of beliefs of any community or nation, concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of life and the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a supernatural or divine agency.

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hara

Religion; Buddhism

The centre of gravity of the body, located in the lower abdomen; the centre of awareness in zazen meditation.

heart sutra

Religion; Buddhism

A distillation of the vast Prajnaparamita literature, it is chanted daily in Zen monasteries.

guru

Religion; Buddhism

A teacher or guide for a novice. This is an important activity in Vajrayana Buddhism.

gatha

Religion; Buddhism

Verses; poem composed of them.

Gautama

Religion; Buddhism

The Buddha's family name, or last name. His first name was Siddhartha.

Amida Butsu

Religion; Buddhism

In Japanese, the term by which devotees call on Amitabha Buddha. They usually say "Praise to the Buddha Amitabha," i.e., "Namu Amida Butsa," which can be shortened to "Nembutsu. "