Religion gives people a sense of hope and a purpose in life. There are many differences in the two major religions in East Asia. The most significant difference between Hinduism and Buddhism is in the Hindu religion, the people believe in many "Gods". The Hindu "Gods" seemed to be created in stories and in people's images. There were never any accounts of actually being able to see the "Gods" as humans.

Chris Stonecipher shares his view in the article Spiritual Differences Between Buddhist and Hindu Religion @Factoidz

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