Buddhism : An introduction

Buddhism is a world religion and is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who is known as the Buddha (literally the Enlightened One or Awakened One). Siddhārtha Gautama was the historical founder of Buddhism. After asceticism and meditation, he discovered the Buddhist Middle Way—a path of moderation away from the extremes of self-indulgence and … Read more

Mahayana Buddhism

Mahayana Buddhism: A Path of Compassion and Enlightenment Mahayana Buddhism, one of the major branches of Buddhism, emerged in India around the 1st century CE and spread throughout East Asia, influencing the spiritual and cultural landscape of countries like China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Tibet. Unlike Theravada Buddhism, which focuses on individual liberation through monastic … Read more