Distinctiveness of the Unseen: Buddhist Identity (original) (raw)

This paper explores the distinctive nature of Buddhist identity through the lens of the unseen divine, examining how religious beliefs and practices are shaped by cognitive and emotional constructions. It posits that the relationships individuals and communities develop toward manifestations of the sacred are crucial for understanding religious identity, which manifests both personally and collectively. The work emphasizes the importance of social and historical contexts in the formation of these identities.