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Hinduism and Buddhism Gender Roles in Buddhism Buddha on Women Lesson Summary Frequently Asked Questions Is there sexism in Buddhism? Yes, there is still sexism in Buddhism. Some believe that a woman cannot achieve self-enlightenment because she is too tied to the physical circle of life. What...
She has an M.A in instructional education. Although Buddhism has its origins in ancient Hinduism, it differs from it in many areas. This is especially true when it comes to the treatment of women. Unlike ancient Hinduism, Buddhism believes that nirvana, or the enlightenment and the freedom ...