Meaning & use
Buddhism
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A religion and philosophical tradition founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha), centered on ending suffering through wisdom, ethical conduct, and meditation.
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Buddhism teaches that suffering arises from attachment and desire.
She began practicing meditation after studying Buddhism in college.
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Always capitalized, like other religion names; its followers are called Buddhists.
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