Buddhist Literature

Buddhist Literature Introduction Buddhism is a religion that originated in India over 2,500 years ago. It is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who is also known as the Buddha. The Buddha taught that suffering is caused by attachment and that the way to end suffering is to follow the Eightfold Path. Buddhist literature … 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