There are Three Universal Truths –Annica (Impremanence), Dukka (Suffering) and Anatta (No Self). These three laws or truths not only explains human predicaments but also the world and the universe around us. The Buddha learned of the these truths when one day he sat down under a tree a...
The concept of "Amida" (i.e., a Japanese form of the two Sanskrit names of a Buddha: Amitabha (Limitless Light) and Amitayus (Limitless Life) is probably the most important concept in Shin Buddhism, the teachings of Shinran (1173-1262). But people often have a shallow understanding of i...
Tibetan Tantra (also known as the Vajrayâna) incorporates the major aspects of both the Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhist teachings. It is basically an esoteric extension on these themes. Hinayana and Mahayana are two schools of Buddhist practice that have basically similar goals and techniques but s...
birth, death, or rebirth. It also reflects how everything in the world is connected or the infinite wisdom and compassion of the Buddha. The symbol also suggests that reality is grounded in continuity and nothing ends.
The body of teachings expounded by the Buddha. Dharma Knowledge of or duty to undertake conduct set forth by the Buddha as a way to enlightenment. Dharma One of the basic, minute elements from which all things are made. Dharma The natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order....