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2 days ago · The Buddha thus explains right speech in the Pali Canon, according to Ganeri, as never speaking something that is not beneficial; and, only speaking what is true and beneficial, "when the circumstances are right, whether they are welcome or not".
1 day ago · Buddhism is an ancient Indian religion, which arose in and around the ancient Kingdom of Magadha (now in Bihar, India). It is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha [note 1], who lived in the 6th or 5th century BCE and was deemed a "Buddha" ("Awakened One" [3]).
2 days ago · In the Early Buddhist schools, as well as modern Theravāda Buddhism, bodhisattva (Pāli: bodhisatta) refers to someone who has made a resolution to become a Buddha and has also received a confirmation or prediction from a living Buddha that this will be so. [2]
2 days ago · Bodh Gaya, Bihar: The site of Buddha's enlightenment, Bodh Gaya is the most revered pilgrimage center for Buddhists. Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, is where Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment. Key landmarks include the Dhamek Stupa and the Ashoka Pillar, both important to the history of Buddhism. Kushinagar, Uttar ...
5 days ago · One of the most influential spiritual leaders of all time, Buddha (born with the name Siddhartha Gautama), was a philosopher who spoke extensively about peace, life, love, happiness, and death.
2 days ago · Buddhism is rich in symbols that convey its teachings and guide practitioners on their path to enlightenment. These Buddhist symbols reflect core principles like compassion, wisdom, and the impermanence of life. This article explores 18 significant Buddhist symbols, examining their origins, meanings, and roles in practice.
2 days ago · Recent News. Dalai Lama, leader of the dominant Dge-lugs-pa (Gelukpa, also called Yellow Hat) order of Tibetan Buddhists and, until 1959, both spiritual and temporal ruler of Tibet. The current Dalai Lama is the world-renowned 14th Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso) who lives in exile in India.
