Buddhism and Hinduism are well-known religions. These are two of the most popular polytheist faiths in the world. Some people believe that they are sects of the same religion, but they are wrong. Buddhism and Hinduism have some similarities, but there are also many elements that set them apart. They are each their own religion in many ways. Buddhism and Hinduism come from the same region, India. Both are very focused on nature and the things around them, although they both believe in multiple hells and heavens, or higher and lower worlds. They both believe in karma, which is the effect of a person's actions in this life that will change their next life. Another point is that both religions focus on peace and non-violence towards all living beings. They are compassionate, which relates to their focus on nature. Buddhism and Hinduism also believe in various spiritual practices such as meditation, concentration, and states of mind. Desire is the greatest cause of suffering in both religions. Another similarity is that they both believe in reincarnation and salvation. They believe that a person's good deeds are their work of salvation and that their salvation will decide their next life, when they reincarnate. Additionally, they both believe that there are many paths to enlightenment, such as overcoming one's feelings and controlling one's six senses. Both religions are more philosophical than religious. Buddhists and Hindus both practice many forms of yoga and meditation as well as other ways of calming and focusing the mind, as Buddha did. They have many similarities. Both Hinduism and Buddhism are their own religions and cultures. They are different in many ways that define who they are and what their faith is. Hinduism was not founded... middle of paper ...... taught them the eightfold path, showing them a way to experience good, stirring up religion and causing its growth and popularity. As with most religious disagreements, there have been times of executions of Buddhists by Hindu leaders. Despite their many disagreements and battles, the two religions have indeed influenced each other in many ways. After all, the founder of Buddhism, Buddha, was himself born and raised Hindu. It would be rare if the two religions did not share any similarities. Buddhists and Hindus share many similarities. They also have a fair share of differences. There were periods of persecution and execution, as well as periods of peace and understanding between the two cultures. They share a history with each other, which is normal since they come from the same region of Asia. The two religions are definitely two distinct beliefs.