Buddhism

Anyone can choose to become a Buddhist and follow the teachings of the Buddha.

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

Becoming a Buddhist can vary depending on the individual and the particular tradition or community they join.

Buddhist funeral customs vary somewhat depending on the individual or community’s traditions and cultural practices.

Buddhists may pray for various reasons, including cultivating certain mental states or reminding themselves of certain spiritual truths.

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 […]

Buddhism is a religion that originated in ancient India and has a tradition of non-attachment and mindfulness. It does not have any specific holidays or celebrations that correspond to Christmas, a Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.However, it is possible that some Buddhists, especially those living in countries where Christmas is widely celebrated, […]

No specific teachings in Buddhism forbid drinking coffee or any other specific food or drink.

Buddhism is a philosophy/religion created by Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) over 2,500 years ago, founded on Hindu beliefs. There are two major divisions: Mahayana and Theravada, and many subdivisions (Ch’an, or Zen, Buddhism is not really one of these). Fundamentally, Buddhists believe that one must rise above desires to reach a state of enlightenment.Magha Puja Day […]

In Buddhism, shaving one’s head, also known as hair off, signifies renunciation and letting go of the ego.