SRP Travels is a travel company based in New Delhi with a branch office in Nangloi. It specializes in providing tours related to Indian culture, including to religious sites like Bodh Gaya, where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. Bodh Gaya is located in Bihar and is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, housing the historic Mahabodhi Temple complex which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002.
The document provides background information on the life of Buddha before his birth. It discusses how the Bodhisattva Śvetaketu Deva in Tusita Heaven chose to be reborn on Earth to help beings achieve enlightenment. He selected the time as the 3rd-2nd millennium BCE in North India, the continent as Jambudvipa, the country as Kapilavastu, the family as the royal family of King Suddhodana and Queen Maha Maya, and Maya as the mother. Śvetaketu Deva then descended to be conceived in Maha Maya's womb, marking the beginning of Buddha's birth story.
The document provides details about the life and teachings of Buddha from his 30th year until his parinibbana (final passing away). It describes several events, including Buddha explaining that his teachings could be summarized as a handful of leaves compared to the vastness of all knowledge. It also shares stories of Buddha caring for sick monks, categorizing levels of anger and speech, and teachings imparted to supporters like Visakha and her family who built the Pubbarama monastery for the monk community.
The document provides a detailed history of the life of the Buddha. It describes that he was born Siddhattha Gotama to a royal family in Nepal. Despite living a life of luxury, he was moved to leave in search of spiritual enlightenment. After years of meditation and ascetic practices, he achieved enlightenment while sitting under a bodhi tree. He then spent 45 years teaching others until his death at age 80. His teachings formed the basis for Buddhism and he is still deeply respected by Buddhists today.
1. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha considered who he could teach his new understanding to, first thinking of his two former teachers who had since passed away.
2. He then set out for the Deer Park in Sarnath where he encountered his five former companions, who were initially skeptical but became convinced after he addressed them.
3. The Buddha then shared his teachings with the five men, who were the first to understand and accept the Dharma that Buddha had realized upon attaining enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
The document provides details about Buddha's life and teachings during his 2nd year until his 30th year of ministry. It describes his return to Venuvana after the first vassa and spending his second vassa there. It then discusses several of Buddha's key disciples like Sariputta and Moggallana, and how they attained enlightenment. Finally, it mentions Buddha returning to Kapilavastu twice, his father's illness and passing away, and Buddha teaching the Mahanama Suttas and Ratana Sutta.
Theravada Buddhism is practiced in Thailand, Burma and Sri Lanka and focuses on achieving enlightenment as an Arahat. It believes the Buddha was an ordinary man who became enlightened. Mahayana Buddhism covers more teachings and believes in Bodhisattvas who reach enlightenment but stay to teach others. Tibetan Buddhism has been practiced for over 1000 years in difficult, high-altitude environments and uses chanting, mudras, mantras and visualization in its worship.
Nichiren Buddhism is a Japanese Buddhist movement that focuses on improving oneself and society in the current life. It believes chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo allows people to access their innate Buddha nature. The founder, Nichiren, taught that all people have equal potential for enlightenment. Devotion to the Gohonzon, an object of worship, is a core practice that helps practitioners transform their lives for the better.
The document discusses the historical and cultural relations between India and Japan, and proposes establishing a new Hindu temple called "New Gaya Dham" in Japan. It would be located near a train station and teach yoga, meditation, and Indian classical music to help Indians maintain their cultural heritage and bring communities together. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) could help manage the temple in line with their goals of spreading spiritual knowledge and bringing people closer to God through chanting the Hare Krishna maha mantra.
The document provides background information on the life of Buddha before his birth. It discusses how the Bodhisattva Śvetaketu Deva in Tusita Heaven chose to be reborn on Earth to help beings achieve enlightenment. He selected the time as the 3rd-2nd millennium BCE in North India, the continent as Jambudvipa, the country as Kapilavastu, the family as the royal family of King Suddhodana and Queen Maha Maya, and Maya as the mother. Śvetaketu Deva then descended to be conceived in Maha Maya's womb, marking the beginning of Buddha's birth story.
The document provides details about the life and teachings of Buddha from his 30th year until his parinibbana (final passing away). It describes several events, including Buddha explaining that his teachings could be summarized as a handful of leaves compared to the vastness of all knowledge. It also shares stories of Buddha caring for sick monks, categorizing levels of anger and speech, and teachings imparted to supporters like Visakha and her family who built the Pubbarama monastery for the monk community.
The document provides a detailed history of the life of the Buddha. It describes that he was born Siddhattha Gotama to a royal family in Nepal. Despite living a life of luxury, he was moved to leave in search of spiritual enlightenment. After years of meditation and ascetic practices, he achieved enlightenment while sitting under a bodhi tree. He then spent 45 years teaching others until his death at age 80. His teachings formed the basis for Buddhism and he is still deeply respected by Buddhists today.
1. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha considered who he could teach his new understanding to, first thinking of his two former teachers who had since passed away.
2. He then set out for the Deer Park in Sarnath where he encountered his five former companions, who were initially skeptical but became convinced after he addressed them.
3. The Buddha then shared his teachings with the five men, who were the first to understand and accept the Dharma that Buddha had realized upon attaining enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
The document provides details about Buddha's life and teachings during his 2nd year until his 30th year of ministry. It describes his return to Venuvana after the first vassa and spending his second vassa there. It then discusses several of Buddha's key disciples like Sariputta and Moggallana, and how they attained enlightenment. Finally, it mentions Buddha returning to Kapilavastu twice, his father's illness and passing away, and Buddha teaching the Mahanama Suttas and Ratana Sutta.
Theravada Buddhism is practiced in Thailand, Burma and Sri Lanka and focuses on achieving enlightenment as an Arahat. It believes the Buddha was an ordinary man who became enlightened. Mahayana Buddhism covers more teachings and believes in Bodhisattvas who reach enlightenment but stay to teach others. Tibetan Buddhism has been practiced for over 1000 years in difficult, high-altitude environments and uses chanting, mudras, mantras and visualization in its worship.
Nichiren Buddhism is a Japanese Buddhist movement that focuses on improving oneself and society in the current life. It believes chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo allows people to access their innate Buddha nature. The founder, Nichiren, taught that all people have equal potential for enlightenment. Devotion to the Gohonzon, an object of worship, is a core practice that helps practitioners transform their lives for the better.
The document discusses the historical and cultural relations between India and Japan, and proposes establishing a new Hindu temple called "New Gaya Dham" in Japan. It would be located near a train station and teach yoga, meditation, and Indian classical music to help Indians maintain their cultural heritage and bring communities together. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) could help manage the temple in line with their goals of spreading spiritual knowledge and bringing people closer to God through chanting the Hare Krishna maha mantra.
Buddhism originated in India over 2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gotama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. The key teachings of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths about suffering and its causes and cessation, and the Eightfold Path to end suffering. Buddhism spread from India and has divided into three main branches - Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Buddhism has had a significant influence in many Asian countries through its teachings, monastic communities, and architecture such as pagodas and temples. Modern Buddhism has adapted to different cultures while maintaining the core philosophical beliefs.
1. The document criticizes Buddhism, arguing that it is an atheistic and oppressive religion based on superstition and error. It asserts that Buddhism denies the existence of God, promotes suffering through its strict practices, and leads people to worship idols like Buddha through irrational rituals and beliefs.
2. The document also rejects Buddhist concepts of reincarnation and karma, arguing they lack rational foundations and promote an unjust caste system. It presents Islam as a rational alternative that offers a peaceful life drawing people close to God.
3. The document questions why Buddhism gained popularity in the Western world, arguing it was promoted through pop culture and films while revealed religions faced opposition. Hollywood films portrayed Buddhism positively but approached other
The document summarizes a student's report on Hinduism. It includes an overview of Hinduism's origins and practices. It then describes the student's visit to a Hindu temple in Texas, noting the temple's architecture and worship rituals. The student also interviews a Hindu woman about her faith. Key beliefs discussed include reincarnation, non-violence, and accepting all religions as valid paths. The student concludes by comparing Hinduism to Christianity and reflecting on learning that one need not strictly adhere to one religion.
This document provides an introduction to Buddhism, describing it as a unique philosophy that does not fit into Western categories of religion or philosophy. It is presented as a humanistic practice focused on developing human potential to solve problems of life, as well as an experimental and introspective science of the mind. The document encourages examining one's own life and searching for inner peace and equilibrium, rather than seeking happiness outside through excitement and activity. It notes Buddhism's growing popularity in the modern West for its emphasis on tranquility, which can help manage stress.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Gautam Buddha located in Nepal. It is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists that contains many temples and monuments honoring Buddha's life. Specifically, it contains the Maya Devi temple which marks where Buddha was born, as well as the sacred pool where his mother bathed and two dragons washed the newborn Buddha. The Ashoka pillar erected by the Indian emperor Ashoka also stands at Lumbini as evidence that Buddha was born in Nepal. Lumbini has become an important religious site and tourist attraction recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This document provides an introduction to Buddhism and the practice of zazen (seated meditation). It discusses key Buddhist concepts like the Three Treasures (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), the teachings of Gautama Buddha, and the philosophy of action in Buddhism. It also explains what is experienced during zazen, including being in a state different from thinking and making the body balanced to achieve oneness of body and mind. The overall purpose is to introduce readers to Buddhism through its central practice of zazen.
Buddhism originated around 2500 years ago in India with Siddhartha Gotama, known as the Buddha, who achieved enlightenment at age 25. The core of Buddhism involves following a moral life, being mindful of one's thoughts and actions, and developing wisdom to escape samsara, the continuous cycle of rebirth and suffering, ultimately reaching nirvana. There are over 300 million Buddhists worldwide who practice in different traditions such as meditation, painting mandalas, or celebrating festivals like Dharma Day or Losar, but all are united in following the Four Noble Truths of suffering, its cause, its end, and the path to end it.
Siddhartha Gautama was born a wealthy prince but renounced his life of luxury after seeing suffering in the world. At age 29, he left his palace and became a spiritual seeker. After meditating under a bodhi tree for 49 days, he attained enlightenment and became known as the Buddha. The Buddha then taught the philosophy of Buddhism for the rest of his life until passing away at age 80, emphasizing concepts like the four noble truths, karma, and the eightfold path as a means to end suffering.
Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Buddha, in northern India in the 6th century BCE. Buddhism shares some beliefs with Hinduism, such as karma, reincarnation, and spiritual liberation. However, Buddhists do not accept Hindu gods as superior to Buddha. The core teachings of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, which explain that life involves suffering, its causes, how to end it, and the path to achieve the liberation from suffering.
This document provides brief snippets of information about various topics related to Buddhism around the world, including:
- A meteorite carving of Buddha found in America that may have been stolen by Nazis.
- A 105 year old Zen master in America discussing how all people are connected.
- Kung Fu nuns visiting the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland.
- Thai Buddhists being angry about an unspecified issue.
The document summarizes the Taylor's University Buddhist Club. It discusses the club's affiliation with Fo Guang Shan temple and its founder Venerable Hsing Yun. It then provides information on Buddhist concepts like the five precepts and karma. The document outlines some of the club's activities and events like meditation classes and trips. It also provides biographical information about Venerable Hsing Yun and the establishment of Fo Guang Shan.
Buddhism began in India with Siddhartha Gautama, who became enlightened and known as the Buddha. The teachings of Buddhism focus on finding peace through following the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to overcome desire and reach nirvana. Buddhism then spread widely from India. It split into two main branches, Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism, which have different interpretations but share core beliefs. Buddhist architecture developed distinctive features like stupas, pillars, and temples to serve religious practices and symbolize Buddhist ideals.
Buddhism
Founder, Principles, Practices & Festival
The founder of Buddhism is
Siddhartha Gautama
Buddha’s teachings are known as “dharma.” He taught that wisdom, kindness, patience, generosity and compassion were important virtues. vesak day
Trungram Gyaltrul Rinpoche is a prominent Tibetan Buddhist lama who was granted land in Lumbini, Nepal to build the Lumbini Udyana Mahachaitya, a non-sectarian teaching center representing communities whose countries are not represented elsewhere in Lumbini. The innovative center blends ancient and modern architectural styles and will house statues including the Thousand Buddhas dedicated to patrons. The inauguration of the Mahachaitya led by Rinpoche will take place on April 4th, 2011, and the document advertises a contest for a trip to attend the opening ceremony.
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Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who achieved enlightenment and became known as the Buddha. The Buddha taught that desire causes suffering and proposed four noble truths about dukkha. Buddhism spread across India as the Buddha traveled and taught others. Key beliefs include karma, reincarnation across six realms until liberation is achieved, and following the teachings of the Buddha and the noble eightfold path.
The document discusses the origins and key teachings of Buddhism. It states that Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who became known as the Buddha or "Enlightened One." As a prince, he was sheltered but witnessed suffering in the world, which led him on a spiritual quest. He achieved enlightenment and taught the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to end suffering. His teachings spread across Asia through missionaries and traders along the Silk Road.
This document provides information about major religious centers in India for several religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Islam, and Christianity. It discusses important pilgrimage sites and temples for each religion. For Hinduism, it outlines major pilgrimage locations like Varanasi, Badrinath, and Tirupati. For Buddhism, important sites discussed are Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, and Rajgir. Major Jain centers mentioned are the Dilwara Temples, Palitana Temples, Ranakpur, and Shravanabelagola.
Buddhism originated in India in the 6th century BCE when Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and insight into the nature of suffering. He realized that suffering stems from craving and ignorance and can be overcome through practicing the Middle Way of moderation. Buddhism spread as Gautama shared his teachings, establishing the Sangha order and outlining the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path. Buddhism rejects aspects of Hinduism like the caste system, focusing instead on spiritual liberation through meditation and moral living.
The document provides an overview of Buddhism, including its founder Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha, the history and spread of Buddhism, core beliefs and teachings such as the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path, different types of Buddhism, key symbols, and festivals. It describes how Gautama was born a prince in Nepal and became enlightened under the Bodhi tree, establishing the foundations of Buddhism. His teachings on achieving inner peace through morality, meditation, and wisdom were spread after his death and Buddhism became the dominant religion in India under Emperor Ashoka.
The document provides information about Lumbini, Nepal, which is considered the birthplace of Buddha. It discusses the historical importance of Lumbini, describing how it was identified as the birthplace in 1896. It outlines Lumbini's holy sites including the Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, and ancient monasteries. It also describes the master plan for developing Lumbini as a religious site, including construction of monasteries, villages, and a cultural center centered around the sacred garden site.
Buddhism originated in India over 2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gotama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. The key teachings of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths about suffering and its causes and cessation, and the Eightfold Path to end suffering. Buddhism spread from India and has divided into three main branches - Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Buddhism has had a significant influence in many Asian countries through its teachings, monastic communities, and architecture such as pagodas and temples. Modern Buddhism has adapted to different cultures while maintaining the core philosophical beliefs.
1. The document criticizes Buddhism, arguing that it is an atheistic and oppressive religion based on superstition and error. It asserts that Buddhism denies the existence of God, promotes suffering through its strict practices, and leads people to worship idols like Buddha through irrational rituals and beliefs.
2. The document also rejects Buddhist concepts of reincarnation and karma, arguing they lack rational foundations and promote an unjust caste system. It presents Islam as a rational alternative that offers a peaceful life drawing people close to God.
3. The document questions why Buddhism gained popularity in the Western world, arguing it was promoted through pop culture and films while revealed religions faced opposition. Hollywood films portrayed Buddhism positively but approached other
The document summarizes a student's report on Hinduism. It includes an overview of Hinduism's origins and practices. It then describes the student's visit to a Hindu temple in Texas, noting the temple's architecture and worship rituals. The student also interviews a Hindu woman about her faith. Key beliefs discussed include reincarnation, non-violence, and accepting all religions as valid paths. The student concludes by comparing Hinduism to Christianity and reflecting on learning that one need not strictly adhere to one religion.
This document provides an introduction to Buddhism, describing it as a unique philosophy that does not fit into Western categories of religion or philosophy. It is presented as a humanistic practice focused on developing human potential to solve problems of life, as well as an experimental and introspective science of the mind. The document encourages examining one's own life and searching for inner peace and equilibrium, rather than seeking happiness outside through excitement and activity. It notes Buddhism's growing popularity in the modern West for its emphasis on tranquility, which can help manage stress.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Gautam Buddha located in Nepal. It is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists that contains many temples and monuments honoring Buddha's life. Specifically, it contains the Maya Devi temple which marks where Buddha was born, as well as the sacred pool where his mother bathed and two dragons washed the newborn Buddha. The Ashoka pillar erected by the Indian emperor Ashoka also stands at Lumbini as evidence that Buddha was born in Nepal. Lumbini has become an important religious site and tourist attraction recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This document provides an introduction to Buddhism and the practice of zazen (seated meditation). It discusses key Buddhist concepts like the Three Treasures (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), the teachings of Gautama Buddha, and the philosophy of action in Buddhism. It also explains what is experienced during zazen, including being in a state different from thinking and making the body balanced to achieve oneness of body and mind. The overall purpose is to introduce readers to Buddhism through its central practice of zazen.
Buddhism originated around 2500 years ago in India with Siddhartha Gotama, known as the Buddha, who achieved enlightenment at age 25. The core of Buddhism involves following a moral life, being mindful of one's thoughts and actions, and developing wisdom to escape samsara, the continuous cycle of rebirth and suffering, ultimately reaching nirvana. There are over 300 million Buddhists worldwide who practice in different traditions such as meditation, painting mandalas, or celebrating festivals like Dharma Day or Losar, but all are united in following the Four Noble Truths of suffering, its cause, its end, and the path to end it.
Siddhartha Gautama was born a wealthy prince but renounced his life of luxury after seeing suffering in the world. At age 29, he left his palace and became a spiritual seeker. After meditating under a bodhi tree for 49 days, he attained enlightenment and became known as the Buddha. The Buddha then taught the philosophy of Buddhism for the rest of his life until passing away at age 80, emphasizing concepts like the four noble truths, karma, and the eightfold path as a means to end suffering.
Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Buddha, in northern India in the 6th century BCE. Buddhism shares some beliefs with Hinduism, such as karma, reincarnation, and spiritual liberation. However, Buddhists do not accept Hindu gods as superior to Buddha. The core teachings of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, which explain that life involves suffering, its causes, how to end it, and the path to achieve the liberation from suffering.
This document provides brief snippets of information about various topics related to Buddhism around the world, including:
- A meteorite carving of Buddha found in America that may have been stolen by Nazis.
- A 105 year old Zen master in America discussing how all people are connected.
- Kung Fu nuns visiting the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland.
- Thai Buddhists being angry about an unspecified issue.
The document summarizes the Taylor's University Buddhist Club. It discusses the club's affiliation with Fo Guang Shan temple and its founder Venerable Hsing Yun. It then provides information on Buddhist concepts like the five precepts and karma. The document outlines some of the club's activities and events like meditation classes and trips. It also provides biographical information about Venerable Hsing Yun and the establishment of Fo Guang Shan.
Buddhism began in India with Siddhartha Gautama, who became enlightened and known as the Buddha. The teachings of Buddhism focus on finding peace through following the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to overcome desire and reach nirvana. Buddhism then spread widely from India. It split into two main branches, Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism, which have different interpretations but share core beliefs. Buddhist architecture developed distinctive features like stupas, pillars, and temples to serve religious practices and symbolize Buddhist ideals.
Buddhism
Founder, Principles, Practices & Festival
The founder of Buddhism is
Siddhartha Gautama
Buddha’s teachings are known as “dharma.” He taught that wisdom, kindness, patience, generosity and compassion were important virtues. vesak day
Trungram Gyaltrul Rinpoche is a prominent Tibetan Buddhist lama who was granted land in Lumbini, Nepal to build the Lumbini Udyana Mahachaitya, a non-sectarian teaching center representing communities whose countries are not represented elsewhere in Lumbini. The innovative center blends ancient and modern architectural styles and will house statues including the Thousand Buddhas dedicated to patrons. The inauguration of the Mahachaitya led by Rinpoche will take place on April 4th, 2011, and the document advertises a contest for a trip to attend the opening ceremony.
Last Updated on 23 Sep, 2018
The Biggest Conspiracy & Injustice of this Century!
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Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who achieved enlightenment and became known as the Buddha. The Buddha taught that desire causes suffering and proposed four noble truths about dukkha. Buddhism spread across India as the Buddha traveled and taught others. Key beliefs include karma, reincarnation across six realms until liberation is achieved, and following the teachings of the Buddha and the noble eightfold path.
The document discusses the origins and key teachings of Buddhism. It states that Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who became known as the Buddha or "Enlightened One." As a prince, he was sheltered but witnessed suffering in the world, which led him on a spiritual quest. He achieved enlightenment and taught the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to end suffering. His teachings spread across Asia through missionaries and traders along the Silk Road.
This document provides information about major religious centers in India for several religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Islam, and Christianity. It discusses important pilgrimage sites and temples for each religion. For Hinduism, it outlines major pilgrimage locations like Varanasi, Badrinath, and Tirupati. For Buddhism, important sites discussed are Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, and Rajgir. Major Jain centers mentioned are the Dilwara Temples, Palitana Temples, Ranakpur, and Shravanabelagola.
Buddhism originated in India in the 6th century BCE when Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and insight into the nature of suffering. He realized that suffering stems from craving and ignorance and can be overcome through practicing the Middle Way of moderation. Buddhism spread as Gautama shared his teachings, establishing the Sangha order and outlining the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path. Buddhism rejects aspects of Hinduism like the caste system, focusing instead on spiritual liberation through meditation and moral living.
The document provides an overview of Buddhism, including its founder Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha, the history and spread of Buddhism, core beliefs and teachings such as the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path, different types of Buddhism, key symbols, and festivals. It describes how Gautama was born a prince in Nepal and became enlightened under the Bodhi tree, establishing the foundations of Buddhism. His teachings on achieving inner peace through morality, meditation, and wisdom were spread after his death and Buddhism became the dominant religion in India under Emperor Ashoka.
The document provides information about Lumbini, Nepal, which is considered the birthplace of Buddha. It discusses the historical importance of Lumbini, describing how it was identified as the birthplace in 1896. It outlines Lumbini's holy sites including the Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, and ancient monasteries. It also describes the master plan for developing Lumbini as a religious site, including construction of monasteries, villages, and a cultural center centered around the sacred garden site.
This itinerary covers important Buddhist sites over 8 days and 9 nights, starting and ending in Kolkata. Key stops include Bodhgaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment; Nalanda and Rajgir, ancient seats of Buddhist learning; Kushinagar, where Buddha attained parinirvana; and Lumbini, Buddha's birthplace in Nepal. The tour highlights visiting temples, monasteries, stupas and other religious sites associated with Buddha's life, and staying in hotels along the route.
Prince Siddhartha, who later became known as Buddha, was born in Nepal around 563 BC to King Shuddhodana and Queen Maya. As a prince, he was sheltered from suffering but later saw an old man, sick man, and dead man, learning about suffering in the world. At age 29, he left his palace and became a spiritual seeker, meditating and fasting for years until reaching enlightenment around 531 BC. His teachings of the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path formed the basis of Buddhism, which spread widely after his death at age 80.
Buddhism-"the path of compassion and wisdom".AARTI WADHWA
Buddhism originated from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, who lived around the 5th century BC in ancient India. He attained enlightenment while meditating under a bodhi tree and spent the rest of his life teaching others. Buddhism spread from India to other parts of Asia and has many followers worldwide today. The document discusses key aspects of Buddhism such as Buddhist beliefs, different types of Buddhists like monks and laypeople, important Buddhist sites, and symbols in Buddhism.
1. Bodhgaya is the most important pilgrimage site for Buddhists as it is where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
2. The Mahabodhi Temple complex covers 12 acres and includes sites related to Buddha's enlightenment such as the Bodhi tree, Vajrasana, and Animeshlochana stupa.
3. Archaeological excavations found relics dating back to the Mauryan period, including the Vajrasana stone from the 1st century BCE. The original Mahabodhi Temple was a small shrine built by Emperor Ashoka that was later expanded over centuries.
Siddhartha Gautama founded Buddhism in India in the 6th century BC after becoming enlightened under a bodhi tree. He taught that life involves suffering, but the Four Noble Truths and following the Eightfold Path can end suffering and reach Nirvana. Buddhism spread across Asia over centuries and developed into three main traditions: Theravada focuses on monks achieving Nirvana, Mahayana believes anyone can reach Nirvana, and Vajrayana includes Tibetan practices and lamas. Core beliefs include reincarnation, karma, and escaping the cycle of rebirth through purity and Nirvana.
Siddhartha Gautama founded Buddhism in India in the 6th century BC after becoming enlightened under a bodhi tree. He taught that life involves suffering, but the Four Noble Truths and following the Eightfold Path can end suffering and reach Nirvana. Buddhism spread across Asia over centuries and developed into three main traditions: Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Key beliefs include reincarnation, karma, and achieving nirvana through living an ethical life and meditation.
Siddhartha Gautama founded Buddhism in India in the 6th century BC after becoming enlightened under a bodhi tree. He taught that life involves suffering, but the Four Noble Truths and following the Eightfold Path can end suffering and reach Nirvana. Buddhism spread across Asia over centuries and developed into three main traditions: Theravada focuses on monks achieving Nirvana, Mahayana believes anyone can reach Nirvana, and Vajrayana includes Tibetan practices and lamas.
Zen Buddhism was introduced to China in the 6th century CE by Bodhidharma, who taught zazen or seated meditation as a path to enlightenment. There are two main sects of Zen Buddhism, Rinzai and Soto, which both emphasize simple monastic living and meditation to improve awareness and mindfulness. Strict rules around daily activities like cooking are meant to keep monks focused on the present moment rather than being taught tasks, exemplifying Zen Buddhist practices.
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Chapter 5 BUDDHISM
Chapter Overview
Buddhism was born in the fifth-century BCE in the foothills of the Himalayas. It spread from India throughout Asia, developing a variety of schools and different practices. It has more recently become popular in the West.
The goals of the chapter are:
1. To sketch a biography of Siddhartha, founder of Buddhism
2. To lay out the foundational tenets of Dharma, especially the Four Noble Truths, and the Eightfold Path
3. To illustrate key philosophical concepts such as karma, reincarnation, and nirvana
4. To illustrate lay and monastic practices within Buddhism
5. To explain distinctions between important expressions of Buddhism namely, Theravada and Mahayana, with examples of significant schools within Mahayana
Students should find the chapter section on the life of the Buddha lively and engaging. It is helpful to remind them that “the Buddha” (“one who has awakened” or “enlightened”) is a religious title and not a proper name. (The “u” in Buddha is pronounced like the “oo” in “good,” not like the “oo” in “food.”)
Given its origins in India and subsequent spread throughout Asia, Buddhism presents a challenge with respect to vocabulary from different Asian languages. Both Pali and Sanskrit were used in Indian Buddhism.
The life and legend of the Buddha
Scholarly debate continues about the exact dates of the Buddha’s life; he most likely lived for about eighty years during the fifth century BCE. Historically, verifiable details of his life are sparse; more important for understandings of Buddhism are the many ways followers have recalled his life in various sacred biographies. These sacred biographies describe the life of child named Siddhartha, born to Maya and Shuddhodana, who was a chief of the Shakya clan in northern India in the foothills along the Himalayas. Maya dreamed that a white elephant entered her womb. At the time of Siddhartha’s birth, priests foretold that this child would become either a great king or a person who would renounce earthly life in order to share his enlightenment with the rest of the world.
The sacred biographies of the Buddha provide a useful basis for comparison with other sacred biographies, such as the biblical accounts of the lives of Moses and Jesus. It is also useful to remind students that Buddhism develops within the context of Hinduism, building upon and challenging some of its ideas.
Siddhartha’s father, who was the equivalent of a king or a feudal lord, tried his best to protect his son from the troubles of the world and to make a good life for him in their palace. All of this was to encourage his son to aspire to kingship. Stories tell of Siddhartha’s life of leisure in a palace with female musicians and a harem of dancers. He married and had a son. But Siddhartha was curious about the outside world, and he left his home to take a chariot ride. The gods arranged for Siddhartha to witness the Four Sights: a bent aged man, a sick person, a corpse, and f ...
Four Places of Buddhist Pilgrimage in IndiaPrabhat Tandon
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4. Bodh Gaya is a religious site and place
of pilgrimage associated with the
Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Gaya
district in the Indian state of Bihar. It is
famous as it is the place where
Gautama Buddha is said to have
5. obtained Enlightenment (Bodhimandala)
under what became known as the Bodhi
Tree.[1]
For Buddhists, Bodh Gaya is the most
important of the main four pilgrimage
sites related to the life of Gautama
Buddha, the other three being
Kushinagar, Lumbini, and Sarnath. In
2002, Mahabodhi Temple, located in
Bodh Gaya, became a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.[2]
Contents bodhgaya bihar (srp
travels)
1 History
6. 2 Mahabodhi Temple
3 Other Buddhist temples
4 Mahabodhi Temple Serial Blasts
5 Demographics
6 Transportatio
1 History
Bodh Gaya is the most holy
place for the followers of the
Buddhist faith all over the
world. Situated by the bank of
7. river Neranjana the place was
then known as Uruwela. King
Ashoka was the first to build a
temple here.[3]
Traditionally, Buddha was born
in 563 BC in what is now Nepal
[4][5]
on the following auspicious
Baisakhi purnima. As
Siddhartha, he renounced his
family at the age of 29 in 534
BC [6][7]
and travelled and
meditated in search of truth.
After meditating for six years at
8. Urubela (Buddhagaya) in Gaya,
he attained Buddhatva or
enlightenment. Enlightenment
is a state of having infinite
knowledge, and being able to
accomplish the Noble and
Universal truths. By gaining
enlightenment, you enter
Nibbana, in which the final
stage is Parinibbana.
At this place, the Buddha was
abandoned by the five men
who had been his companions
9. of earlier austerities. All they
saw was an ordinary man; they
mocked his well-nourished
appearance. "Here comes the
mendicant Gautama," they said,
"who has turned away from
asceticism. He is certainly not
worth our respect." When they
reminded him of his former
vows, the Buddha replied,
"Austerities only confuse the
mind. In the exhaustion and
mental stupor to which they
10. lead, one can no longer
understand the ordinary things
of life, still less the truth that
lies beyond the senses. I have
given up extremes of either
luxury or asceticism. I have
discovered the Middle Way".
This is the path which isneither
easy (a rich prince) nor hard
(living in austere conditions
practicing self-denial). Hearing
this, the five ascetics became
the Buddha's first disciples in
11. Deer Park, Sarnath, 13 km n.e.
of Benares.
The disciples of Gautama
Siddhartha began to visit the
place during the full moon in
the month of Vaisakh (April–
May), as per the Hindu
calendar. Over time, the place
became known as Bodh Gaya,
the day of enlightenment as
Buddha Purnima, and the tree
as the Bodhi Tree.
12. The history of Bodh Gaya is
documented by many
inscriptions and pilgrimage
accounts. Foremost among
these are the accounts of the
Chinese pilgrims Faxian in the
5th century and Xuanzang in
the 7th century. The area was
at the heart of a Buddhist
civilization for centuries, until it
was conquered by Turkic
armies in the 13th century. The
place-name, Bodh Gaya, did not
13. come into use until the 18th
century CE. Historically, it was
known as Uruvela, Sambodhi,
Vajrasana or Mahabodhi.[8]
The
main monastery of Bodh Gaya
used to be called the
Bodhimanda-vihāra (Pali). Now
it is called the Mahabodhi
Temple.
Five bombs were detonated in
Mahabodhi temple premises on
July 7, 2013. 4 bombs were also
14. detonated in town while three
were defused.
*Mahabodhi Temple
Main article: Mahabodhi
Temple
The complex, located about
110 kilometres from Patna, at
24°41′43″N 84°59′38″E,[9]
contains the Mahabodhi
Temple with the diamond
15. throne (called the Vajrasana)
and the holy Bodhi tree. This
tree was originally a sapling of
the Sri Maha Bodhi tree in Sri
Lanka, itself grown from a
sapling of the original Bodhi
tree.
It is believed that about 280
years after the Enlightenment
of the Buddha, Emperor Ashoka
visited Bodh Gaya. He is
considered to be the founder
of the original Mahabodhi
16. temple. It consisted of an
elongated spire crowned by a
miniature stupa and a
chhatravali on a platform. A
double flight of steps led up to
the platform and the upper
sanctum. The mouldings on the
spire contained Buddha images
in niches. Some historians
believe that the temple was
constructed or renovated in the
1st century during the Kushan
period. With the decline of
17. Buddhism in India, the temple
was abandoned and forgotten,
buried under layers of soil and
sand.
The temple was later restored
by Sir Alexander Cunningham
in the late 19th century.[citation
needed]
In 1883, Cunningham
along with J. D. Beglar and Dr
Rajendralal Miitra painstakingly
excavated the site. Extensive
renovation work was carried
out to restore Bodh Gaya to its
18. former glory. It has a height of
55 metres which can be viewed
from a distance of 11 km
metres which can be viewed from
a distance of 11 km.
*Other Buddhist temples
19. Kittisirimegha of Sri Lanka, a
contemporary of Samudragupta,
erected with the permission of
Samudragupta, a Sanghārāma
near the Mahābodhi-vihāra, chiefly
for the use of the Singhalese
monks who went to worship the
Bodhi tree. The circumstances in
connection with the Sanghārāma
are given by Xuanzang (Beal, op.
cit., 133ff) who gives a description
of it as seen by himself. It was
probably here that Buddhaghosa
20. met the Elder Revata who
persuaded him to come to Ceylon.
Several Buddhist temples and
monasteries have been built by
the people of Bhutan, China,
Japan, Myanmar, Nepal, Sikkim,
Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet
and Vietnam in a wide area
around the Mahabodhi Temple.
These buildings reflect the
architectural style, exterior and
interior decoration of their
respective countries. The statue of
21. Buddha in the Chinese temple is
200 years old and was brought
from China. Japan's Nippon
temple is shaped like a pagoda.
The Myanmar (Burmese) temple is
also pagoda shaped and is
reminiscent of Bagan. The Thai
temple has a typical sloping,
curved roof covered with golden
tiles. Inside, the temple holds a
massive bronze statue of Buddha.
Next to the Thai temple is 25
meter statue of Buddha [10]
22. located within a garden which has
existed there for over 100 years.
*Mahabodhi Temple Serial Blasts
See also: 2013 Bodh Gaya blasts
On 7 July 2013 at around 5.15
a.m. a low intensity bomb blast
took place in the 1500 year old
Mahabodhi Temple complex. This
was followed by a series of nine
23. low intensity blasts and at least
two monks are reported to be
injured, one Tibetan and the other
a Burmese. These blasts were
carried out by an Islamic terrorist
organisation, to seek revenge for
the killings of Muslims in Burma.
The serial blasts did not cause any
damage to the temple or the tree
under which Buddha attained
enlightenment. Two other bombs,
one under the 80-foot statue of
the Buddha and the other near
24. Karmapa Temple were defused by
the police. The statue of the
Buddha is now a symbol of the
holy place Bodh Gaya, next to the
Mahabodhi Temple, a World
Heritage site.[11][12]
Investigation of
the blast was given to NIA
(National Investigating Agency).
Three unexploded bombs were
also found in the Temple complex.
Demographics
25. As of 2001 India census,[13]
Bodh
Gaya had a population of 30,883.
Males constitute 54% of the
population and females 46%.
Bodh Gaya has an average literacy
rate of 51%, lower than the
national average of 59.5%; with
male literacy of 63% and female
literacy of 38%. 8% of the
population is under 6 years of
age.
26. *Transportation
Bodhgaya is about 12 km from
Gaya City. The NH83 Highway
connects Gaya and Bodh Gaya.
The State Tourism Department
provides travel facility from
Patna to Bodh Gaya.
Regular train and bus service
for Gaya are available from
Kolkata, which is an overnight
journey.
27. Regular AC Buses have been
introduced by BSTDC between
Patna and Bodh Gaya via
Rajgir.[14]
A special caravan service called
Wonder on Wheel, between
Patna and Bodh Gaya, has been
introduced by Bihar Tourism
Deptt.[15]
*Gaya International Airport
Bodh Gaya International Airport is
situated 7 km from Bodh Gaya