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Buddhism

Religions of South Asia

Buddhism in the Subcontinent

The essence of Buddhism The “middle way of wisdom and compassion.” 2,500 year old tradition. The 3 jewels of Buddhism: Buddha, the teacher. Dharma, the teachings. Sangha, the community.

What is the fundamental cause of all suffering? Desire! Therefore, extinguish the self, don’t obsess about oneself.

Four Noble Truths There is suffering in the world. To live is to suffer. (Dukkha) The Buddha found this out when he was young and experienced suffering and death in others.

Four Noble Truths The cause of suffering is self-centered desire and attachments. (Tanha)

Four Noble Truths The solution is to eliminate desire and attachments. (Nirvana = “extinction”)

Four Noble Truths To reach nirvana, one must follow the Eightfold Path.

Nirvana Eightfold Path The union with the ultimate spiritual reality. Escape from the cycle of rebirth.

Buddha – 19c Thailand

Buddhist Altar

The Dalai Lama

zen Buddhism The “Meditation School.” Seeks sudden enlightenment [satori] through meditation, arriving at emptiness [sunyata]. Use of meditation masters [Roshi]. Beauty, art, and aesthetics: Gardens. Archery. Tea ceremony. Calligraphy.

Buddhism in America (1999)

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10th Annual western buddhist monastic conference California, 2004

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