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The swastika was taken from the Buddhist temple symbol for the sun ( which is on the Buddhist temple). The symbol for the sun means power in all things, which is why Hitler took it for himself, however turning the symbol on it's side to form a new symbol, the swastika.
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Actually the swastika is used in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism and predates the Nazi's by thousands of years. Wikipedia has a detailed explanation.
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What happened when Asoka became Buddhist?
they were hindus but they built buddhist art and buddhist temples
What best describes how art in Buddhist cave temples along the silk road reflects the beliefs of the Chinese people?
The Buddhist cave temples along Silk Road reflect the beliefs of Chinese people. The art was created during the Han dynasty.
Where did Adolf Hitler get the nazi sign from?
It is an inverted Indian good luck sign
Where did Hitler get his symbol from?
Actually it is not a Buddhist sign but it is from Hinduism. That's where the Buddhists got it from.
What country did the nazi's sign the Pact of Steel with?
Italy
What is another word for Buddhist temples?
Another word for Buddhist temples is "pagodas."
What has the author Joe Cummings written?
Joe Cummings has written: 'Buddhist temples of Thailand' -- subject(s): Religious life and customs, Buddhist temples, Buddhist art, Buddhist architecture
What happened when Asoka became Buddhist?
they were hindus but they built buddhist art and buddhist temples
What has the author Kewei Chen written?
Kewei Chen has written: 'Si guan shi hua' -- subject(s): Buddhist Temples, History, Taoist Temples, Temples, Buddhist, Temples, Taoist
What where Ancient Japanese temples used for?
Most ancient Japanese temples are either Buddhist or Shinto temples. The Buddhist temples are shrines for meditation and focus to achieve an enlightened spirit. Shinto temples were sights dedicated to ancestor worship.
What are the release dates for Buddhist Temples and Worshippers - 1913?
Buddhist Temples and Worshippers - 1913 was released on: USA: 15 October 1913
Can Christians visit Buddhist temple?
Yes, Christians can visit Buddhist temples as a form of cultural or religious exploration. It is important to be respectful of the customs and practices of the Buddhist tradition while visiting the temple.
What buildings are Buddhist wedding held in?
Temples
What has the author Xuanzhi Yang written?
Xuanzhi Yang has written: 'Luoyang qie lan ji' -- subject(s): Temples, Temples, Buddhist, History, China, Early works to 1800, Lo-yang (Henan Sheng), Description and travel, Monasteries, Buddhist, Luoyang (Henan Sheng), Buddhist Temples, Buddhist Monasteries
In what form are Buddhist temples constructed in India?
Stupas.
What form are Buddhist temples constructed in India?
Stupas.
Religious places of worship of buddisum?
Buddhist Temples
