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United States

1.7 million Americans practice Buddhism located mainly in California.

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Meat

If a Buddhist must kill an animal there are certain last rites to be performed for the beast, depending on sect.

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Nepal

Birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama about 2,500 years ago.

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Incense

Incense is lit to honor Buddha, it is common in all branches.

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Vegetarian and Vegan

Many practitioners of Buddhism eat a plant based diet because one of the Precepts state "not to kill".

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Vesak

Vesak and is one of the major festivals of the year. It is celebrated on the first full moon day in May.

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Chanting

Monks, priests, and practitioners use chants to verbally honor their faith.

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India

The start of Buddhism happened here, but Buddhism is a minority religion now with less than 1% being Buddhist.

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Meditation

Key practice for all branches of Buddhism. Reflection, calming the mind, and looking for understanding are the goals.

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Lanterns

Lanterns symbolize wisdom in that they bring light to the world. Lanterns are used in all festivals.

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Buddha's Birthday

Also known as "Hanamatsuri" it is celebrated April 8th. Baby Buddha figurines are ceremonially washed with water.

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Bohdi Day

Buddhists celebrate on December 8th. Bodhi Day celebrates Buddha achieving enlightenment beneath a bodhi tree, and they decorate a tree to honor this day.

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China

Half of the world's Buddhists live in China.

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Give 25 points!

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