LibGuides: Buddhism- Studies of Religion: Buddhism

Accessit

Here are some books that you may find useful during your studies. Search the Bennies catalogue Accessit for more, or browse the Non-fiction collection NFS.

Understanding Buddhism by Malcolm David Eckel
Call Number: 294.3 ECK

ISBN: 9781907486142

Publication Date: 2010

Buddhism today is one of the fastest-growing faiths in North America. The reasons can be found here, in this comprehensive introduction to the history, practices, and beliefs of a religion that seeks the Middle Way between self-denying spirituality and the demands of everyday life.
Living Buddhism by Cavan Wood
Call Number: 294.3 WOO

ISBN: 0431149917

Publication Date: 2002
Buddhism by Wood, C.
Call Number: 294.3 WOO

ISBN: 9780435336035

Publication Date: 2002

Modern World Religions is a series that balances learning about religions with learning from religions
The religions book by Ambalu, S.
Call Number: 200 REL

ISBN: 9781409324911

Publication Date: 2013

This clearly explains the key concepts behind the earliest religious beliefs right up to the world's newest faiths, getting to the heart of what it means to believe. Principles of the five main world religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam - as well as ancient and primal belief systems are explored in this informative tone. All the big ideas are simply explained with jargon-free descriptions, step-by-step diagrams, and witty illustrations that encapsulate every aspect of religious thinking.

Buddhism Beliefs

Buddhism is a tradition that focuses on personal spiritual development. Buddhists strive for a deep insight into the true nature of life and do not worship gods or deities.

Britannica

Buddhism, originating in northeastern India in the 5th century BCE, is centered on achieving liberation from samsara through spiritual discipline. Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, serves as the enlightened paradigm, having attained parinibbana, ending future existence.

Clickview

The Buddha's philosophy teaches us that our desires are at the root of our restlessness - and that calm can be achieved through willpower and spiritual exercise.

Investigate Buddhism, tracing its roots to India, and delve into its adherence to the Four Noble Truths, emphasising on personal spiritual development.

The Maha Bodhi temple of Bodh Gaya is one of the most important places of worship for Buddhists, marking the holy spot of the enlightenment of Gautama Siddhartha. Next, Christy visits Sanchi in Central Madhya Pradesh, which became the centre of Buddhist art and architecture between the 3rd and 7th centuries AD.

YouTube

What is Buddhism? | Buddhism In English

Sydney Buddhist Centre

Discover the path to inner peace and wisdom with the Buddhist Council of New South Wales.

Buddhism for Beginners

Buddhism is variously understood as a religion, a philosophy, or a set of beliefs and practices based on the teachings of the Buddha, or “Awakened One”—the title given to the Indian spiritual seeker Siddhartha Gautama after he attained enlightenment more than 2,600 years ago.

Learn Religions

Find out more about Buddhism's origins, doctrines, and the distinctive features of its major schools, to understand how Buddhism impacts our world.

Buddahanet

Entry level of Buddhism: Outlines and Summaries of the Basic Concepts.

Explora

Simple search that quickly delivers relevant results including articles, essays, and primary source documents to help successful research.

Buddhism- Studies of Religion: Buddhism

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