The idea of Samsara, or the cycle of rebirth, is seen differently in Eastern beliefs than in Buddhism.

1. Buddhism's View

• Samsara: For Buddhists, Samsara is a cycle filled with suffering. It’s closely connected to ignorance and strong emotional ties.
• Karma: The things we do (karma) impact our future lives. Many Buddhists, about 73%, believe that our actions now will affect how we are reborn. This shows the importance of being good and moral.
• Nirvana: The main goal for Buddhists is to break free from Samsara and reach Nirvana. This means ending all suffering.

2. Hinduism’s Perspective

• Samsara: In Hinduism, Samsara is seen as a sacred cycle. It follows the laws of Dharma, which represent good behavior. Doing the right things leads to better rebirths.
• Karma: Most Hindus, about 79%, believe in a kind of cosmic balance. They think that good actions bring good results, while bad actions have negative outcomes.

3. Jainism's Belief

• Samsara: Jains view this cycle as ongoing and shaped by karma. For them, true freedom (Moksha) comes from living an ethical life.
• Karma: Jains believe in the power of karma. They stress that even little actions can have huge effects.

In short, Buddhism sees Samsara as a tough cycle full of suffering that people want to escape. On the other hand, Hinduism and Jainism focus more on how good behavior and cosmic laws can balance out the cycle of life and rebirth.