General Article The core teachings of the 5 major world religions

Topic Selected: Religion Book Volume: 458

By CJ Faderogao

I recently visited a Buddhist temple. And while engrossing myself in the temple’s beauty and sacred atmosphere, I was reminded of the diversity of faiths that we have on the world. We have faiths dating back thousands of years that we have cling into for comfort, hope, and personal peace. Both eastern and western culture had their roots in religions that shaped not only civilisation but also our early understanding of the human condition. For the longest time, these religions served as our moral and spiritual guides.

Given this, I find it inviting to revisit some of these faiths; explore and wonder about their messages, appreciate their ties with our culture, and ponder on their doctrines that have captured the heart and mind of man for centuries.

Here are the core teachings of the five major world religions:

Buddhism

Let’s start with Buddhism. This religion originated from India, from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama. Born a prince, he chose to live a spiritual l...

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