Multicultural Perspectives - Buddhist


Who were the Samurai? Could anyone study and train to become one? The book mentions the Samurai is a warrior class, but couldn't a peasant join?
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Can one achieve nirvana in this life?
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I would like to know how someone would know if they are suffering. Suffering can be getting a bad grade or feeling pain. How do I know if I am really suffering? Buddhism just states that it exists and can be ended. What does the Buddha consider as suffering?
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Buddhism states that suffering is universal. The way to end suffering is to follow the eightfold path. This seems like a good idea for an individual, but what about society? How would the Buddha solve the problem of an unjust policy or a tyrannical dictator? Is this philosophy (religion) directed towards reaching nirvana and nothing more?
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