Confucianism and Buddhism have many similarities. One of these is that they are both primarily religions based on philosophy and how one lives their life. Confucianism stresses brotherhood and human conduct, while Buddhism stresses the eightfold path to enlightenment. Both religions view the Buddha in high regard. He is the founder of Buddhism, and the Buddha himself is followed by …show more content…
In both cases their place of worship is the temple. Additionally both religions are accepting of pluralism, or believing in multiple religions. In addition to these similarities there are also differences between the two religions. The focus of Jainism is to achieve Nirvana and be liberated from the cycle of life and death. Conversely the focus of Daoism is to be at balance with all of life, including man and nature. Finally, a major difference between the two religions is their view of God and Gods. In Jainism there is no Creator God, while most Daoist people follow many