Buddhist Studies
What is Buddhism?
Buddhism is a practice, which can trace its origin in India and is followed by over 520 million people, universally. The teachings of Lord Buddha inspire the traditions, beliefs, and spiritual practices. This tradition practices non-violence, lack of dogma, tolerance of differences, and, generally, the practice of meditation and the famous monastic order.
What’s There For You?
Through understanding the law of cause and effect, using practical tools like meditation to gain insight and develop compassion and wisdom. This will help you to tap into your potential to realize the ultimate goal of enlightenment or nirvana. The practitioners of Buddhism develop their insight, compassion, and wisdom. The story of Buddhism revolves around a prince who transformed his way of thinking after he got hold of human suffering.
Buddhism has its Indian roots before the 6th century BCE, known as Śramaṇa movements. It is the place of its origin. Buddhism became popular in Central Asia when King Asoka of the Maurya dynasty embraced it. Bodh Gaya (Bihar, India) is perhaps the most famous and one of the holy places of pilgrimage for Buddhist followers. It is believed that Siddhārtha Gautama otherwise known as Lord Buddha attained awakening sitting under a Bodhi tree.
Why India?
India offers you a perfect retreat environment to pursue studies in Buddhism. Keeping aside the theoretical learning, you can learn how one can practice Buddhism in the chores of daily life. Indian mentors practice authentic and unaltered Buddhism for a long time, so you get to learn Buddhism in its raw form. This will enhance your learning. The institutes for these courses are in the Buddhist areas and courses are connected to the ancient teachings of the religion.
Buddhism contains more practical implementation as compared to the theoretical part. The mentors offer you first-hand experience in Buddhism and have mastered the practices. Their ability to give individual attention to each student will surely get you through the course of life.
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