Merchants played a significant role in the spread and support of Buddhism, as evidenced by various Buddhist scriptures and ...

Discuss the development of Buddhism and the basic principals the Buddha advocated for during his lifetime. Review the materials on Ashoka, the Battle of Kalinga, and the Edicts of Ashoka.

Themes: Buddhism; the life of the Buddha; caring for our world; kindness to all living things; living a good life. Summary: This assembly, suitable for an act of collective worship, uses two ...

In this Frontline site, which focuses on the world's fascination with the plight of modern-day Tibet, there is an excellent section on the origin and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. Other aspects of ...