rebirth vs. reincarnation

[Scarlet Pimpernel]

Over in the Alternative section there's a thread on reincarnation, in which Vajradhara brings up the point that the Buddhist idea of rebirth is different from the Hindu idea of reincarnation. I know that in their entirety these are both very complex concepts, but is there someone who'd care to take a stab at explaining the difference(s) to me? I know a bit about Hinduism, enough to at least follow an intelligent conversation, if not necessarily have one , but my knowledge of Buddhism is fairly limited and superficial.

 

[Padipa]

Namasté Scarlet Pimpernel,

There was a very good discussion that I found while seaching this site. It is very detailed in the replies and may be of interest.

Here is the link:
http://www.comparative-religion.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2038

 

[Scarlet Pimpernel]

Dear Padipa,

Perfect link. Thanks for pointing me towards it!

 

[Scarlet Pimpernel]

And silly me for not searching on my own.