buddhism: the teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct and wisdom and meditation releases one from desire and suffering and rebirth
religion: a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
war zone: a combat zone where military operations are coordinated (especially a designated area in international waters where the rights of neutrals are not respected by nations at war)