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... We are concentrating on the religion Theravada Buddhism in this essay and to what extent Singapore would be different if the citizens were subjected to this particular religion.
Theravada, meaning the teaching of the elders, Buddhism is rarely known as Hinayana (‘lesser vehicle’) Buddhism. It was the Mons who introduced the religion, Theravada Buddhism, to the Southeast Asia region that, from then, has evolved to be the dominant religion in the mainland region. ... The actual aim of people practicing Theravada Buddhism is to achieve a state beyond suffering and rebirth. ... Compared to other forms of Buddhism, like Mahayana, Theravada does not have helpers to assist each other on their path to attain the goal, to attain Nirvana. ... Let’s look at the range of similarities or differences that might surface in Singapore if Singaporeans practiced this religion and had obtained such a mentality.
It will be apt to take a brief glance back at the history of Singapore before answering the question. Singapore, an independent nation from the year 1965, is a multi-racial country indulged in different religions. A country was initially under the colonization of the British and then suffered through the Japanese Occupation. Breaking free from these ‘rulers’, it seeked refuge in its neighbouring country, Malaysia, as the fear of not being able to survive, as an independent nation, was overwhelming. ... Fighting to accelerate both economically and politically, Singapore managed to grow quickly. The mixture of different races, constant toiling and an excellent ruling government has sculpted the present day Singapore.
Upon going through the Theravada Buddhism legacy Singapore might be similar or different politically, economically and socially when compared to its present day status and to other Theravada Buddhism countries in Southeast Asia.
Approximate Word count = 1310
Approximate Pages = 5.2
(250 words per page double spaced)
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