Buddhism

Amoghasiddhi is often depicted with the mudra of “all-accomplishing action”, and is one of the five Dhyani Buddhas in Vajrayana Buddhism.

Explore how silence cultivates mindfulness, insight, and inner peace in the profound practice of Buddhism.

According to Buddhist tradition, the Buddha was cremated after his death, and his ashes were divided and enshrined in several stupas (dome-shaped Buddhist shrines).

What are the Four Noble Truths? What is the meaning of the Four Noble Truths? Why are the Four Noble Truths important?

Buddhism does not have a concept of a heaven or an afterlife like many other religions do.

Buddhism emphasizes the development of wisdom, compassion, and ethical conduct as the foundation for a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Buddhism is centered upon the life and teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who came to be known as the Buddha — the enlightened one, or one who is awake — whereas Christianity is centered on the Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ. Buddhism is a nontheistic religion or philosophy, i.e., it does not believe in a […]

Thich Nhat Hanh is a Zen master and Buddhist monk known for his teachings on mindfulness, compassion, and peace.

Buddhism is a religion that originated in ancient India and is based on the teachings of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama.

The Eight shifting winds of life — gain and loss, praise and blame, fame and disgrace, pleasure and pain — and how to meet them with equanimity.