Siddhartha Gautama, a boy born into a royal family and destined to be a King, is one of the most looked-up to saints today. He was a man who was raised with luxury and comfort, and yet, he left his ...

Buddha had many things to teach us. Here is one of his most important and famous teachings. Buddha said that there are two things to remember in life: Take care of your thoughts when you are alone.

The full moon day in May holds profound significance in Buddhism. It commemorates three pivotal events in the life of Prince Siddhartha Gautama: his birth, enlightenment, and passing, all of which ...

Buddhism is the fourth largest religion in the world and Buddhist teachings based on core principles and precepts help people who practice this lifestyle to live a healthier life. Many people practice ...

This 30-second video features the soothing sounds of a traditional flute, inspired by the serene teachings of Buddha. This ...

From its beginnings in India some 2,500 years ago, Buddhism spread and became influential across a wide area of the subcontinent and Central Asia. The decision of King Ashoka, the third-century ruler ...

Compassion and a desire to relieve suffering are central tenets of Buddhism. Yet, as with the world's other religions, the behavior of Buddhism's nearly 500 million adherents often run in opposition ...

Vesak calls everyone following the teachings of the Buddha to reflect on his teachings and what it means to be a Buddhist Sri Lanka stands out as a predominantly Buddhist country that has celebrated ...

The International Buddhist Confederation celebrated the declaration of Pali as a classical language by the Centre, on the occasion of the 'Abhidhamma Divas'. The event in collaboration with the ...