Introduction Of Buddhism [ general perspective ] :-

History of Buddhism [ different perspective ] :-

The traditional founder of Buddhism is Sidhartha Guatema, who lived c. 563-470. B.C.E. Born into riches and wealth, he discovered suffering, embraced extreme poverty, then finally discovered illumination through the Middle Way , a path of self-control. Buddhism began as a retort within Hindu culture to collapse. Sidhartha Buddha is recognized as the first to have preached the sermon on the Four Noble Truths, which find appearance in most forms of Buddhism.

1. Theravanda or Southern Buddhism

The Theravata Buddhist seeks to take liability in his life by inculcating habits of disciplined plainness. This would involve simple rituals, contemplation, and moderate simplicity.

2. Mahayana or Eastern Buddhism

The Mahayana Buddhist meditates under the course of a disciplined teacher, who is his own understanding and attainment is able to direct the student in treatment intelligently and with judgment towards illumination.

3. Tibetan or Northern Buddhism

Tibetan Buddhists often seek more immediate and unexpected enlightenment through idea, the use of mantras (repeated words or phrases that go with meditation), or the art of complex mandalas.

Buddhist Symbols:-

Buddhist symbols include

* The lotus

* The wheel of life

* Images of the Buddha

* Mandalas

Buddhist links:-

^^ www.about buddhism .org

^^ www.age-of-the-sage.org