Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• Textbook: Chapter 4
• Lesson
• Minimum of 4 scholarly sources (at least 2 for Hinduism & 2 for Buddhism) 

Instructions
Select one of the following pairs and compare and contrast these ideas in the religious traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism:

• Self/No-self
• Samsara/Nirvana
• Karma/Rebirth

Your paper should include an introduction and thesis that clearly states your central claim, thoughtful examples and analysis in your body paragraphs, and a conclusion to finalize your thoughts.

Writing Requirements (APA format)

• Length: 1200-1400 words (not including title page or references page)
• 1-inch margins
• Double spaced
• 12-point Times New Roman font
• Title page
• References page (minimum of 4 scholarly sources)

Solution

Week 3 Assignment: Comparison-contrast Essay

Buddhism is believed to be an offshoot from Hinduism. Both religions are similar in many ways and originated from the Indian subcontinent. They have an uncomfortable, conflicting, similar, and yet peculiar relationship often compared to the relationship between Christianity and Judaism. According to Nandan and Jangubhai (2013), Buddha was born and raised by a Hindu family. However, the view that Buddhism is an offshoot of Hinduism and that Buddha was born to a Hindu family is rejected by most Buddhists. Most people concur that Buddhism quickly gained traction across India as it freed the people from the oppression of orthodoxy and tradition.……………please follow the link below to purchase the solution at $10