Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. People also ask

   Can anyone be a Buddhist?

   • Yes, anyone can become a Buddhist. You will need to take refuge in the Triple Gem and follow a ceremony during which you take a vow to uphold the Five Precepts (to not kill, not steal, not commit sexual misconduct, refrain from false speech and not take intoxicants that lessen your awareness).

   How to Become a Buddhist: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

   www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Buddhist

   See all results for this question

   How can I become a Buddhist?

   • The final step in becoming a Buddhist is to take refuge. You can find more information about Buddhism and its concepts in my article on 'Numbers in Buddhism'. There are lots of concepts in Buddhism, and you are sure to run across them in these books and in scripture.

   How to Become a Buddhist in Western Countries - Alan Peto

   alanpeto.com/buddhism/become-a-buddhist/

   See all results for this question

   Can anyone become a Buddha?

   • Additionally, Buddha stated that everyone can become a Buddha but this is very hard. What are the core beliefs of Buddhism? The core beliefs of Buddhism are reincarnation, the Four Noble Truths, the Three Trainings or Practices, The Five Precepts and the Eightfold Path.

   How to Become a Buddhist: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

   www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Buddhist

   See all results for this question

   Should one strive to become a Buddhist?

   • You yourself must strive to become a Buddhist, according to Shakyamuni Buddha. Living in 'Western' countries (where Buddhism is not the main religion, such as the United States of America, United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Australia, etc.) presents a challenge for someone who wants to become a Buddhist.

   How to Become a Buddhist in Western Countries - Alan Peto

   alanpeto.com/buddhism/become-a-buddhist/

   See all results for this question

   Is Buddhism still a popular religion?

   • Buddhism is still a popular "religion" nowadays with millions of practitioners. The first step to becoming a Buddhist is understanding basic Buddhist beliefs and this wikiHow will help you decide if Buddhism is the right religion for you. If so, you can practice Buddhism and take part in centuries-old traditions.

   How to Become a Buddhist: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

   www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Buddhist

   See all results for this question

   Can anyone become a Buddhist monk or nun?

   • With the proper preparation and sense of commitment, anyone can take the vows of a Buddhist monk or nun and enter the walls of monastic life. But that doesn't mean that everybody should. Although some monasteries offer part-time ordination, in most schools of Buddhism, the choice to become a Buddhist monk or nun is a lifetime commitment.

   10 Big Questions About Buddhism, Answered - HowStuffWorks

   people.howstuffworks.com/10-big-questions-about-buddhism-answered.htm

   See all results for this question

2. www.wikihow.com › Become-a-BuddhistHow to Become a Buddhist: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

   www.wikihow.com › Become-a-Buddhist

   • Cached

   Oct 21, 2024 · Yes, anyone can become a Buddhist. You will need to take refuge in the Triple Gem and follow a ceremony during which you take a vow to uphold the Five Precepts (to not kill, not steal, not commit sexual misconduct, refrain from false speech and not take intoxicants that lessen your awareness).

3. www.nantien.org.au › en › buddhismHow does one initially become a Buddhist? | Nan Tien Temple

   www.nantien.org.au › en › buddhism

   • Cached

   Any person can be a Buddhist. One does not have to be "born" into Buddhism, nor do one's parents have to be Buddhists. One can be of any race, country, socio-economic background, gender, etc. People wishing to identify themselves as Buddhists typically participate in a ceremony known as taking refuge in the Triple Gem.

4. Videos

   • 

     12:10

     youtube.com

     How to Become a Buddhist

     13 Apr 2020

     206.1K views

   • 

     30:17

     youtube.com

     How to Become a Buddha? The Perfections

     11 Apr 2022

     9.6K views

   • 

     bbc.co.uk

     What is Buddhism? - BBC Bitesize

     31 Jul 2019

   View all

5. www.diamondway-buddhism.org › buddhism › being-aBeing a Buddhist - Diamond Way Buddhism

   www.diamondway-buddhism.org › buddhism › being-a

   • Cached

   In order to be able to become Buddhist, we need to take responsibility for creating our own lives, with the confidence that cause and effect, or karma, really functions. Through our thoughts and judgments, we create habits and attitudes that either limit or free us.

6. www.originalbuddhas.com › blog › becoming-a-buddhistHow to become a Buddhist - Original Buddhas

   www.originalbuddhas.com › blog › becoming-a-buddhist

   • Cached

   Anyone can be a Buddhist. An individual does not particularly have to be born or raised in Buddhist culture, nor do anyone's parents have to be Buddhist.

7. www.learnreligions.com › reasons-to-convert-toReasons for Converting to Buddhism - Learn Religions

   www.learnreligions.com › reasons-to-convert-to

   • Cached

   Jun 25, 2019 · Buddhism is not a religion suitable for everyone to convert to. As a religion, Buddhism takes discipline and dedication, many of the doctrines are very difficult to wrap your head around, and its vast body of teachings can be intimidating.

8. alanpeto.com › buddhism › become-a-buddhistHow to Become a Buddhist in Western Countries - Alan Peto

   alanpeto.com › buddhism › become-a-buddhist

   Mar 2, 2019 · How do you become a Buddhist? If you live in “Western” countries, where Buddhism is not a major religion, this can be a confusing and frustrating process. This article is your handy “quick start guide” to becoming an ‘official’ Buddhist and give you my advice on how to start, what to do, and what becoming a “Buddhist” means.

9. people.howstuffworks.com › 10-big-questions-about10 Big Questions About Buddhism, Answered - HowStuffWorks

   people.howstuffworks.com › 10-big-questions-about

   • Cached

   Jun 7, 2024 · The short answer is yes. With the proper preparation and sense of commitment, anyone can take the vows of a Buddhist monk or nun and enter the walls of monastic life. But that doesn't mean that everybody should.