Can Buddhist BE soldier?

Today there are more than 3,000 Buddhists serving in the U.S. armed forces, including some Buddhist chaplains. Today’s Buddhist soldiers and sailors are not the first in the U.S. military. There are 26 cadets currently at the academy who practice Buddhism.

Can Buddhist cut trees?

Buddha said that “A tree is a wonderful living organism which gives shelter, food, warmth and protection to all living things. It even gives shade to those who wield an axe to cut it down”. Since Guathama Buddha attained Nibbana (or Nirvana) under a bo (or bodhi) tree, these trees are never harmed or chopped down.

What does Buddhism say about deforestation?

The first precept is to refrain from killing living beings. Since deforestation involves the destruction of many beings, it violates the spirit of the first precept.

What had Gautam Buddha said about trees?

Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment (bodhi) while meditating underneath a Ficus religiosa. According to Buddhist texts, the Buddha meditated without moving from his seat for seven weeks (49 days) under this tree. The spot was used as a shrine even in the lifetime of the Buddha.

What does Quan Yin represent?

Quan Yin is a shortened form of a name that means One Who Sees and Hears the Cry from the Human World. Her Chinese title signifies, “She who always observes or pays attention to sounds,” i.e., she who hears prayers.

What is a female Buddha called?

She appears as a female bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, and as a female Buddha in Vajrayana Buddhism. She is known as the “mother of liberation”, and represents the virtues of success in work and achievements….Tara (Buddhism)

Why do Buddhists believe it is important to protect the environment?

Most Buddhists believe people need to live simply and respect the cycle and balance in nature so everything can continue for future generations. To some Buddhists, living ‘skilfully ‘ means to live without producing waste. The whole world benefits from avoiding needless exploitation.