Hello Everyone, I am new to Tiny Buddha, Reason I join is that I am doing a research project for my Anthropology of Religion class.

My topic is about “The Symbolism of Gautama Buddha in Buddhism” I need to interview someone that is Buddhist or practice Buddhism. Where I live there aren’t too many Buddhist Temples, which is quite sad.

If anyone is willing to participate and answers these questions best of your knowledge, that be great!  Serious inquiry please and thank you in advance!!

1. Tell me more about The Gautama Buddha?

2. What symbolism does Gautama Buddha have in Buddhism?

3.  What is the importance of Gautama Buddha have in Buddhism?

4. What drew you to Buddhism? what kept you faithful?

5. How do you pray to Gautama Buddha, or is there any rituals involve?

6. How does Buddhism handle the problem of evil?

7. What is the most important belief in Buddhism?

8. How is Buddhism portrayed in today’s society? How does this affect you?

9. Is there any reason or explanation as to why people suffer?

10. What do you believe about deity/ies? if any.

11. How does observing or performing these rituals affect your daily life? if any

12. What makes you a strong believer in your faith?

13. What is the most unique aspect of Buddhism?