Buddhism and Hinduism in Sociological Perspectives: A Similar Comparative Study

Abstract

Academic title on Buddhism and Hinduism in Sociological Perspectives: A Similar comparative Study is aimed to compare the similarity of concepts, symbols, and practices in Buddhism and Hinduism the methodology is trying to collect the data from textbooks, magazines, newspapers, doctrines, religious scholars, etc. Which are concerned with Buddhism and Hinduism and this is documentary research only. We expected to know the similarity of concepts, symbols, and practices in Buddhism and Hinduism. The results found that 1) Similar Concepts between Buddhism and Hinduism In both religions, there are similar vocabularies such as samsara (the cycle of rebirth), karma (cause and effect), or dharma (moral order), 2) Similar Symbolism between Buddhism and Hinduism Apart from similar concepts, there are similar symbols that occur in both Buddhism and Hinduism, including mudra and dharma chakra, and 3) Similar Practices between Buddhism and Hinduism On the surface, there may be noticed that Hindus and Buddhists share a few common practices such as the use of mantras and meditation.