Buddhism

Definition of Buddhism as it relates to Religions, Confucianism, History of Religions

Buddhism is a major religion founded in ancient India, based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha. It emphasizes the path to enlightenment through meditation, ethical conduct, and wisdom. As a significant spiritual tradition that has evolved over centuries, it offers rich insights into the history of religions by illustrating how religious beliefs and practices can spread, adapt, and transform across cultures and time periods. In this hierarchy, Buddhism is situated under History of Religions, highlighting its significance as an essential component in understanding the historical development and cultural contexts of various religious systems, including Confucianism and other religions. The study of Buddhism within the History of Religions category allows for a more comprehensive appreciation of religious diversity and its role in shaping societies throughout history.

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External Links

Buddhism.net | The Buddhism site.
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Pure Land Buddhism
Modern Buddhism Free eBook - Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Tharpa Publications - Distributing the Wisdom of Modern Buddhism
New Kadampa Tradition International Kadampa Buddhist Union
Secular Buddhism Podcast
Secular Buddhist Association – A natural, pragmatic approach to early Buddhist teachings
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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