(D) By ending all desire for the illusions of this world, one is able to reach enlightenment and finally rest from his suffering. ... They allow one to understand Bhakti, the importance of loving and devoting one's soul to Brahman and turning all needs and desires over to It rather than to one's self. ... It is the act of pursuing enlightenment and concentrating on it. ... (pg. 19, E) By grasping the idea of nothingness and disciplining oneself spiritually, one can eventually reach enlightenment. ...

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There is the Upanishads, which are later groups of writings that reflect a decline in the importance of the sacrificial rituals. ... Many of the festivals celebrate the Buddha's life, teaching or enlightenment. ... There is Vesakha, which falls on the full moon of Vesakha and marks the birth of the Buddha, enlightenment, and his passing into nirvana. ...

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For example offering of flowers is meant to remind the Buddhist that everything in the world is temporary and offering of fruit is a symbol of ultimate enlightenment which is the goal of every Buddhist. Hindu religious practices center around the importance of fulfilling duties associated with one's social position and the stages of life. ...

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