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In various times and places throughout history, religion has had a profound influence on society. Buddhism is one of those religions. Buddhism was founded by a Hindu prince named Sidhartha Gautama. He began practicing this religion around 566 BC in India. Buddhism sacred text was the three baskets of wisdom. Buddhism has two major teachings. These teachings impacted and motivated some Hindus into converting to Buddhism. One major teaching of Buddhism is called the Four Noble truths. The Four Noble Truths are