How does a Buddhist reconciliate the differences between one’s own religion and that of others. Many people maintain their own concepts and beliefs by depending on their traditional and cultural background or different schools of Buddhism without referring to the Buddha to know what he has taught. Here, .Ven. Dr. H. Gunaratana quotes extensively from …
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Jan 02
Little Monk Learns Karma
Buddhist Teachers have to struggle to put into words how to explain to a child the complex concept of karma. In order to overcome this barrier, I was searching some kind of multimedia presentation type of resource which can be attracted kids mind towards “Concept of Karma” One day my project was completed by getting …
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Dec 17
Reincarnation – Scientific Proof of Dr. Ian Stevenson’s Life Work
Probably the best known, if not most respected, collection of scientific data that appears to provide scientific proof that reincarnation is real, is the life’s work of Dr. Ian Stevenson. Instead of relying on hypnosis to verify that an individual has had a previous life, he instead chose to collect thousands of cases of children …
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Sep 29
Why is it so difficult to recollect our previous lives
This Q&A is part of a presentation held in 1997 at the Buddhist Missionary Society, KL. This short clip places attempts to recall one’s past life into perspective. Humourous take is given by Ven. Dr. H. Gunaratana with a short interlude by Ven. Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda.
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Sep 28
What Buddhists Believe – Ven K Sri Dhammananda Thero
BUDDHISM is one of the oldest religions still being practiced in the world today. While the names of many other religions which existed in India have been forgotten, the teachings of the Buddha, (better known as the Dharma) are still relevant to the needs of today’s society. This is because the Buddha always considered Himself …
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Sep 26
Why is Buddhism known as the Middle Path
This Q&A is part of a presentation held in 1997 at the Buddhist Missionary Society, KL. This clip attempts to put light the topic on “Why is Buddhism known as the Middle Path” with answers provided by Ven. K Wimalajothi.
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Sep 21
A Five Minute Introduction
• Was the Buddha a God? He was not, nor did he claim to be. He was a man who taught a path to enlightenment from his own experience. • Do Buddhists Worship Idols? Buddhists sometimes pay respect to images of the Buddha, not in worship, nor to ask for favours. A statue of the …
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Sep 10
A-pali-word-a-day – by Mahindarama Sunday Pali School
This booklet aims to assist new Buddhist students who are unfamiliar with some of the Pali words often used in the study of Buddhism. As the title of the booklet suggests, we encourage the learning and use of Pali words by learning one word each day.The Booklet can serve serve as both a dictionary and …
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Sep 08
How does Buddhism contribute toward personal self development?
Further points are made towards how Buddhism contribute toward personal self development. Ven Dr. H. Gunaratana approaches this topic from the point of mental health as well as its direct influence on the quality of life. This highlights the paramount of health toward any goal, including the pursuit of wealth. Part of a presentation held …
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Aug 15
Burke Lecture: Buddhism in a Global Age of Technology
A distinguished scholar of Buddhism, Lewis Lancaster founded the Electronic Cultural Atlas Initiative to use the latest computer technology to map the spread of various strands of Buddhism from the distant past to the present. One of the best presentations on the Buddhist history & the development towards the future. his presentation skill was remarkable. It …
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