Monthly Archives: January 2017

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8 Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism

8 Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism Have you ever what are the symbolic icons of Buddhism? All major religions have their own distinctive symbols: the Star of David represents Judaism, the Cross represents Christianity, and the Star and Crescent represents Islam. In Buddhism, the most popular and prominent symbols are the […]

Differences in Doctrines and Practices: Nichiren Shu, Nichiren Shoshu, and Soka Gakkai

Differences in Doctrines and Practices: Nichiren Shu, Nichiren Shoshu, and Soka Gakkai Nichiren Buddhism is one of the most eminent branches of Mahayana Buddhism that is based on the teachings of the 13th century Japanese monk, Nichiren (1222-1282). Under Nichiren Buddhism, there are several major schools and many sub-schools. The […]