Why have I studied Buddhism, Hinduism and Tao Philosophies for seven years? Because they reveal the answers to our problems in life.

Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism are three major philosophical and spiritual traditions that originated in Asia. Although these traditions differ, they also share many similarities in their beliefs and practices. In this blog, I will share some of these similarities.

The concept of karma
Karma is a concept that is central to both Hinduism and Buddhism. According to this concept, every action that a person takes has consequences, and these consequences will affect that person's future. In both traditions, the idea is that if a person does good deeds, they will be rewarded in the future, and if they do bad deeds, they will be punished.
This 'cause-and-effect' rule of karma shows up in each present moment - the past is affecting the present; it is a reflection of your past actions. Taoism also acknowledges the concept of karma but interprets it differently. Taoism teaches that one should not be attached to the consequences of their actions, but rather focus on living in harmony with the Tao. The Tao, to use.a simple format of explanation, is an alchemic formulae of nature and existence. Along the same lines as gravity existing as a formulae of nature and existence. It is a law or principal.

The belief in reincarnation
​Reincarnation is another concept that is common to all three traditions. All three believe that the soul or spirit of a person does not die when the physical body dies. Instead, it is reborn into a new body. The concept of reincarnation is tied to the idea of karma, as a person's actions in one life will determine their circumstances in the next.

The emphasis on meditation
Meditation is a practice that is central to all three traditions. Buddhism and Hinduism both emphasize the importance of meditation as a way to achieve enlightenment or liberation from the cycle of reincarnation. Taoism also values meditation, but it is seen more as a way to cultivate inner peace and harmony.

The idea of detachment
All three traditions emphasize the importance of detachment from material possessions and worldly desires. In Buddhism, this is seen as a way to overcome suffering, while in Hinduism, detachment is necessary for the attainment of moksha, or liberation. In Taoism, detachment is seen as a way to live in harmony with the Tao and to cultivate inner peace.

The recognition of the interconnectedness of all things
The concept of interconnectedness (or interdependence) is also present in all three traditions. In Hinduism, it is expressed through the idea of Brahman, the ultimate reality that underlies all existence. In Buddhism, it is reflected in the teaching of dependent origination, which states that all things arise in dependence on other things. Taoism also acknowledges the interconnectedness of all things and emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature.

In conclusion, while there are certainly differences between Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism, there are also many similarities. These traditions share a common emphasis on meditation, detachment (non-attachment), karma, reincarnation, and the interconnectedness of all things. 

We create the results in our life
By understanding the similarities of these three philosophical and spiritual traditions, and engaging in practices (tools and techniques) that produce a deeper appreciation for the rich and diverse spiritual traditions of Asia, we discover that we are creating our own suffering in life, and therefore we are in a position to rectify the situation.

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