Buddhism

Definition of Buddhism as it relates to Religions, Agnosticism, Taoism

Buddhism emphasizes the path to enlightenment through meditation, ethical conduct, and wisdom. It shares some concepts with Taoism, such as the ultimate reality of existence being an interconnected web of phenomena. However, while Taoism is more about living in harmony with the natural flow of the universe, Buddhism emphasizes understanding the nature of suffering and the impermanence of self to achieve liberation. Both religions promote mindfulness and inner peace but approach these concepts from different perspectives. Agnosticism, on the other hand, deals with uncertainty or skepticism about the existence of a higher power, whereas Buddhism posits that ultimate reality can be directly experienced through personal practice and insight. The hierarchy "Religions/Agnosticism/Taoism/Buddhism" reflects the exploration of various philosophical and spiritual approaches to understanding existence and finding meaning in life.

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External Links

Buddhism.net | The Buddhism site.
New Kadampa Tradition International Kadampa Buddhist Union
Tharpa Publications - Distributing the Wisdom of Modern Buddhism
Modern Buddhism Free eBook - Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Secular Buddhism Podcast
Secular Buddhist Association – A natural, pragmatic approach to early Buddhist teachings
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Pure Land Buddhism
Study Buddhism an extensive source of Buddhist teachings Study Buddhism
MahaVairocana Zen Center – Advancing the learning and practice of Buddhism through Zen courses, meditation retreats, and wellness seminars
London Buddhist Centre | Meditation, Buddhism Yoga
Inner Peace - Global Impact: Tibetan Buddhism, Leadership, and Work - Inner Peace - Global Impact
The Frederick P. Lenz Foundation – We Are Building American Buddhism
White Wind Zen Community | Zen Centre of Ottawa | Buddhism, Mindfulness, Meditation, Zen Books
Pure Land Buddhism Initiative – The sound of Namo Amituofo is Light
Zen Meditation Instruction, Mindfulness Orange County, Zen Buddhism Meditation, Tea Ceremony
The Buddha Goes West – Buddhism for the West, for Today.
Myoshinji Temple | Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism
Myosetsuji Temple ---- Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism
UU Buddhist Fellowship – Spiritual and Practical Resources for all who are interested in Unitarian Universalist Buddhism
Center for Pragmatic Buddhism, Center and Store
BUDDHIST BOOKS Large selection of books on Buddhism
Dharmic Religions - Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, religions which originated in India
N Joshua Madan's Journal | Books, Buddhism, Programming, Politics for a start
Meditation Buddhism Zen Vashon Welcome- Puget Sound Zen Center
Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
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