People of all cultures have incorporated the philosophy of the Buddha into their lives in some form. The overwhelming desire for peace, serenity, strength of mind, body and spirit is shown in the quotes of the Buddha. Applying the Buddhist philosophies into one’s life only enhances the vital forces that drive an individual to become … Continue reading
During the early times of Buddhism, figurines or statues were not created of the Buddha. Buddhist art evolved into symbolisms depicting the teachings of the Buddha. Over time the Buddha statues became the most favored symbol of the Buddha. The early symbols continue to be important and are used even today.
Buddhist meditation is an encompassing philosophy that cultivates mindfulness, concentration, tranquility and insight. As professional psychologists and psychiatrists have come to realize, the techniques are beneficial to help lessen the effects of stress, anxiety and depression.
Around the world there are Buddhist temples that are absolutely spectacular. These temples are visited by people of all faiths, religions and creeds simply because of the divine architecture, statues, and relics that are contained in these beautiful structures. Traveling to one of the destinations is a pilgrimage for some, a delightful journey of discovery … Continue reading
Buddhist Beliefs of the Theravada and Mahayana Traditions Buddha, the enlightened One, is the usual title attributed to the founder of Buddhism. Other names for Buddha are Tathgata, Bhagavat, and Sugata. When Buddha was born his given name was Siddhartha Gautama. His father was the king of Sakya clan of the Kshatriiya in the Himalayan … Continue reading