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Do Buddhists stay virgins?
KATHMANDU — A Buddhist nun raped by five men on a bus is facing ostracism from her religious life. “The religious dictum requires a nun to be virgin. Buddhists all over the world adhere to what he had laid down: that a person can no longer be considered ordained in case of having a physical relationship.
Do Buddhists wait till marriage?
Buddhists are encouraged to enjoy sex responsibly, as a result, most Buddhists avoid being promiscuous. Chastity is not a requirement of leading a Buddhist life. Buddhists do not see marriage as a duty and cohabitation is perfectly acceptable.
Can a non virgin become a Buddhist?
Buddhist monks and nuns can marry in Japan, as well as in certain sects of Tibetan Buddhism. American Buddhist sects based on Japanese schools like Zen may also allow monks and nuns to marry. Can I be a Buddhist if I’m not a virgin? Yes, virginity is not a factor.
Is kissing allowed in Buddhism?
Yes. Anything pertaining to love in a marriage is permissible to lay Buddhists, but not monks.
What is the purpose of marriage according to Buddhism?
Most Buddhists believe the purpose of marriage is to: 1 unite with someone they love or who is a good partner in other respects 2 have children 3 create a sound basis for their extended family, including their parents More
Do Buddhists believe that marriage causes suffering?
Buddhists accept that marriage may cause suffering and should be aware of this before getting married. The second Noble Truth, ‘The truth of the cause of suffering’, refers to desires which can cause frustration.
What did the Buddha say about married life?
The Buddha did not lay rules on married life but gave necessary advice on how to live a happy married life. There are ample inferences in His sermons that it is wise and advisable to be faithful to one wife and not to be sensual and to run after other women.
What does the Buddha say about religion?
According to the Buddha, religion should be left to one’s own free choice. Religion is not a law, but a disciplinary code which should be followed with understanding. To Buddhists true religious principles are neither a divine law nor a human law, but a natural law.