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What Does the Concept of Safe Harbor or Refuge Mean in Buddhism?

The notion of taking refuge in a faith is unique to Buddhism. Quite simply, the Buddha, his...

The Tibetan Book of the Dead is a Buddhist guide for those facing death. It assists them to attain liberation from the wheel of karma.

The Dhammapada, Buddhism’s sacred text containing the teachings of Gautama Buddha, says: All that...

Gautama Buddha explained nirvana as a state of transcendental bliss, one that may be attained...

Om Mani Padme Hum is the most frequently used mantra in Buddhism, recited by laymen as well as...

Enlightenment in Buddhism refers to a state of consciousness that is free of suffering and...

Anyone who practices, studies or even considers Buddhism eventually faces the question: What can it do for me and for humanity as a whole?

The Buddhist Metta (Lovingkindness) Prayer is simple but profound. It starts by blessing oneself...