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Overview of Tibetan, Mahayana, and Theravada BuddhismWhile there are many different schools of Buddhism, in the interest of keeping things simple and concise, this article will only discuss three of them: Tibetan Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism and Theravada Buddhism.
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Theravada: The Oldest Buddhism in the WorldTheravada, one of the two surviving Buddhist paths, is the closest in language and in content to the earliest written records of the teachings of the historical Buddha. -
Buddhism: Three Forms of BuddhismThree forms of Buddhism are described and centers where they may be studied. Theravada, Nichiren Shoushu and Soto Zen are three forms of Buddhism that are described in this article. -
Buddhism: The History and BeliefsBuddhism; Mahayana and Theravada. History of Buddhism. Teachings. Philosophy or religion?
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An Overview of Different Forms of BuddhismComparisons of major divisions of Buddhism with some historical context. Notes on overlap between different types of Buddhism.
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Flower Power | the Sacred LotusFifty-five years ago today, the Sixth Buddhist Council concluded on the 2,500-year anniversary of the Buddha's Parinirvana. It's a perfect time to consider the sacred lotus -
Mahayana Buddhism: The Way of the ManyMahayana Buddhism offers many varieties of Buddhist experience, drawing on cultural and personal differences. -
Mahayana: The Buddhism of BodhisattvasThe article discusses key difference between Theravada and Mahayana sects of Buddhism through the examination of the bodhisattva ideal. -
The Thai Culture: Religion and HistoryThe culture of Thailand is deeply imbued with Theravada Buddhism, which is the official religion practiced by almost the entire population (4% of Muslim and less than 1% of Christians).
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Buddhist Monks in BurmaAn overview of the history and role of Buddhist monks in Burma.
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How to Find a Free "Buddhist Bible" OnlineThere is no one book with a role in Buddhism comparable to the role of the single "holy book" of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. -
The Culture of BurmaThis paper looks at the culture of Burma. It includes information about its government, economy, technology, and socio-cultural information such as demographics, lifestyles, customs, values, and beliefs.
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Wabi-sabi and Its InfluencesA lengthy analysis of the aspects and origins of wabi-sabi, and its relation to Eastern and Western worldviews.
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Nirvana and Moksha: A Guide to EnlightenmentHinduism and Buddhism both have distinct goals to achieve in life. In Buddhism, it is called Nirvana, in Hinduism, it is called Moksha. To achieve each of these is to free yourself from the cycle of reincarnation.
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SGI ExperienceThis is a writing about my experience of being a Nichiren Buddhist. -
Should I Be Afraid of Death?Death is the most inevitable conclusion to life. Rich or poor, black or white, we all die in the end. How we deal with the "fear" of this impending inevitability can be measured by the chaos we create around a sometimes taboo word.
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Buddhism and VegetarianismThere are at least three different answers to the question about Buddhist vegetarianism. -
What is a Zen Buddhist Monk?Zen Buddhism intro through the perspective of the Buddha flower sermon.
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Sri Lanka and Bangladesh: A Political and Religious ComparisonWhile the governments of Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are similar in many ways, the current tensions that the two countries find themselves dealing with are very different due to ethnic and religious reasons.
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Sankhya: Classical Indian Philosophy and SocietyAn exploration of the relation of Sankhya, a classical Indian philosophy, in the context of its universal practice on Earth, for the purpose of understanding it as a 'blueprint' for an ideal society. -
Siddhartha: An AnalysisAn analysis and overview of Herman Hesse, his life, and his master meditation on Buddhism, Siddhartha. -
Borobudur, Indonesia: One of the Oldest Buddhist Temples in the WorldBorobudur is one-of-the most amazing Buddhist monuments in the world, and the most visited tourist attraction in Indonesia. It's considered a wonder of the world, and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will not be disappointed! -
The Virtue of Upaya in Mahayana BuddhismThe Bodhisattva uses skillful means to help all sentient beings attain liberation from suffering.
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Buddhism in Thailand and What the Tourist Should KnowVisitors to Thailand are often intrigued by Buddhism in Thailand and more are learning about Buddhist beliefs and even doing meditation in Thailand.
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Only One Sahaja Yoga Club in MyanmarThis article describes how Sahaja yoga arrives to Myanmar. -
The Different Facets of BuddhismLearn the differnt forms of Buddhism. Discover the anient traditions, rituals and beliefs.
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Spiritual Retreats in TexasTexans have several options close to home where they can take a healthy time-out from the pressures of daily life, without breaking the budget. Spiritual retreats can be found in or near almost every major Texas city. -
Sculpture of Angkor and Ancient CambodiaThe National Gallery of Art's online tour of Sculpture of Angkor and Ancient Cambodia: Millemium of glory shares the history, culture, and religious iconography of the Khmer civilization through text, video and audio files.
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Is There a Buddhist Bible?Is there a single source Buddhist book comparable to the New and Old Testament, Torah, or Quran? There is a yes and no answer for this question or maybe an "it depends" is a better answer.
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The Dharma is Free and it Matters Not What School You Study InWhat did the Buddha say about the dharma and teaching it to the world? Some people are making a profit off the teachings of the Buddha. In this article we explore whether this is right or wrong.
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Faith and Beliefs in Thailand - Asian MulticulturalismSpending a holiday in Thailand? Here's a primer on Thai multiculturalism and religions to shield yourself from culture shock when you see mosques side by side with Buddhist temples.
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Games I Play with Myself 6A written meditation on slowing myself down and recommendations for readers to try.
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Against the Stream by Noah Levine--ReviewA basic no nonsense guide to Buddhism by Buddhist writer and counselor, Noah Levine. My review. -
Vegetarianism in Buddhism:Vegetarianism isn't necessarily inherent to Buddhism, but this article traces the rise in importance of a vegetarian diet to its roots, as well as the history of meat consumption in Buddhism. -
Being Present: Staying FocusedKeeping the mind alert and present is quite a challenging task when busy schedules tend to overwhelm life. Meditation is a wonderful and positive exercise even when time is of essence. -
The Many Facets of BuddhismNo matter what form of Buddhism a person follows they still feel as if they are all part of the same family. They are able to maintain their differences while still holding on the basic truths they share that unite them.
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Different Forms of BuddhismThere are tons of different forms of Buddhism, here is an overview of a few of them.
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Many Paths to Enlightenment: The Main Branches of BuddhismAn introduction to five major branches of Buddhism. -
The Different Types of BuddhismThere are many forms of Buddhism but all agree on the same set of basic beliefs. All forms of Buddhism can be classified under three main types.
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About the Tiger Temple of ThailandA guide to the Tiger Temple of Kanchanburi Province, Thailand, and the controversy surrounding this popular tourist destination.
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