Most people in the world believe that religion means something greater than human existence, that there is life after death, whether reincarnation or heaven. Some religions are based on a person who leads them, others believe in the supernatural or even some believe in the science of man. Every province in the world seems to have its own beliefs when it comes to religion. There are often several branches of the same religion, depending on where you are in the world. Religion often changes depending on the region you live in due to the traditions already practiced in that region. When a new religion is established in a new region, it is not uncommon to add its tradition to get people to believe. Although there are many religions around the world and different stories about how these religions started there, all of them are knowledge-oriented. Many stories are passed down through religious tradition to teach young people and people who do not believe. In the Bible there are many stories to teach, for example The Tower of Babel, which teaches us that we should not be proud, but ask God for help. These stories constitute the knowledge and foundations of many religions in Western countries. The teachings are the foundation of religion. Buddhism is a path of practice and spiritual development leading to understanding the true nature of reality. Religion is more neutral than what can be found in a traditional Church. Buddhism must be preserved as something very complex. There are a variety of beliefs, ideas, and standards of human behavior rooted in Buddhist literature. Within the Buddhist tradition, there are variations of the tradition. Elite forms of religion are more intellectualized and more philosophical or theological. Members of this elite are often part of Buddhism... middle of paper ......s can find more common ground with contemporary agnosticism (p. 17 Batchelor). Batchelor believes that if we look at the Buddha's awakening, it is more of a "culture of awakening." Batchelor doesn't like the word religion, but prefers the word culture. Culture is the foundation of religion. Ultimately, Strong and Batchelor may have different views on what it means to be Buddhist, but neither is more righteous than the other. Batchelor's way of thinking and book on Buddhism appeals to more modern individuals. John Strong's way of thinking and book appeals to more traditional Buddhism. Strong and Batchelor are also right about the basis of religion. Religion can be anything people want and need. This is why there are so many different types of religion in the world, because everyone has different views..