One short paragraph per answer, APA.
1 In your estimation, is Buddhism primarily a religion or a philosophy? Why? Or Why not?
2 What is unique and what is similar to the religions of Hinduism and Jainism, both of which existed in Siddhartha’s day?
3 What is significant about Siddhartha’s four sightings?
4 Are there any parallels, or hints of similarities, to any of the monotheistic religions practiced in the West?
5 What is the middle way, and how is this different from both Hinduism and Jainism?