1. Hinduism and Buddhism Open-Ended Questions

2. Incompatibilities BETWEEN ISLAM AND HINDUISM
Monotheistic - worship one God
all people are seen as equal under the eyes of God
dietary restrictions
proselytizers-seek to convert others
Creedal – statement of beliefs
Polytheistic -worship many gods,
caste system
born into the religion- no idea of conversion
Diet
cow is sacred
Non - creedal

3. According to Hinduism, explain the relationship between karma, samsara, and moksha.
For this answer make sure you define all terms and include information about dharma, atman and Brahman.

4. Elements of Hindu thought that became part of Buddhism:
Karma
Reincarnation/Samsara
The idea of salvation/goal- as an end of the cycle of reincarnation through meditation
Merging with the universe
Existence of Brahman
All life is sacred

5. Ways Hinduism and Buddhism are different:
Siddhartha Gautama is the founder
rejects the caste system
seek nirvana (salvation) on their own without the help of priest or deities
has no founder
believes in the caste system
Seek moksha (salvation) with help of priests and deities