Why We Should Meditate

Meditation is not about being ‘spaced out’. Instead, it’s a skilful and easy technique for discovering a wealth of happiness

Duration 6:31

Rebirth, Reincarnation & Past Life Evidence

Life after life, reincarnation and rebirth are fascinating concepts. In Buddhism, life after death is a readily accepted concept, but

Duration 12:51

Life of the Buddha

This is a brief video biography about Buddha. The Buddha has inspired so many around the world to find peace

Duration 19:25

Tripitaka and the First Buddhist Council

Recording the Buddha’s teachings was perhaps the most important legacy left to us by the Buddha’s followers of monks and

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4 Key Characteristics about Buddhism

From the conversations the Buddha had with his followers we are able to learn some important aspects about Buddhism and

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The Four Noble Truths

The Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path are fundamental teachings in Buddhism. They are considered equally important among

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The Noble Eightfold Path

The heart of the Buddhist teachings can be found in practicing the Noble Eightfold Path. It is a guide for

Duration 28:19

Metta (Loving-Kindness): The Practice of Universal Love

Metta, also known as loving-kindness, is an attitude of universal love that is radiated to all living beings in the

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Buddhist Language: Dharma or Dhamma?

Dharma or Dhamma? That is the question! Buddhist language can sometimes be a bit confusing for beginners, especially when the

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How to Change Your Thinking and Your Life: The Four Great Efforts

If the Buddha were here today he would probably say, “If you want to change your life, then start by

Duration 26:10

Right Mindfulness: Practical Benefits and Its Relationship with Concentration

Practicing mindfulness has become a popular practice in the West with many organisations jumping on board the mindfulness train in

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What is Karma? Definition of the Law of Cause and Effect in Buddhism

Karma is a complex and often misunderstood concept in Buddhism. Karma means ‘action’ as well as the law of cause

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The Nature of Mind, Five Defilements & Three Poisons in Buddhism

Perhaps there is nothing more mysterious than the true nature of our mind. The Buddha taught that the mind is

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No Self, Selflessness (Anatta/Anatman) & the Five Aggregates (Part 1)

The concept of no self or selflessness (also known as anatta or anatman in Buddhism) can sometimes be confusing. If

Duration 30:22

What Happens After Death, Enlightenment & Our True Nature (No Self Part 2)

The Buddha talked about a continuum of consciousness, so was he talking about souls? It’s a common misconception that Buddhism

Duration 22:57

Cultivating the Jewel of our Mind

The Buddhist teachings suggest we have a mind that is luminous and precious (like a diamond) and that our happiness

Duration 22:57

5 Funny Buddhist Suttas That Have a Great Message

You wouldn’t expect the Buddha’s teachings to include anything funny would you? I mean we’re talking about the serious business

Duration 31:20

Karma Part II: Positive, Neutral and Negative

Practicing good karma (positive actions with our body, speech and mind) and refraining from negative karma, is the simple recipe

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Dependent Origination

Perhaps after the concept of no-self (anatta), the second hardest Buddhist teaching for beginners to understand, is the theory on

Duration 24:45

The 6 Realms of Existence

The Buddha spoke about various realms of existence that sentient beings could be born in. Of these, there are six

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How to Become a Buddhist (Taking Refuge)

The first step a practitioner of Buddhism will take towards committing themselves to the Buddha and his teachings, is to

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The Five Buddhist Precepts

Once we’ve committed to walking the Buddha’s path to enlightenment, the first practice every disciple must embark on, is the

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Karma Part III: Purifying Negative Karma

The best thing about negative karma is that it can be purified. The Buddhist approach to negative deeds avoids the

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Karma Part IV: Difference between Karma and Merit

One thing that might leave some Buddhist practitioners scratching their head is the difference between good karma and merit. Merit

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How to Practice Right Speech

Our words have the power to heal or harm. Every time we speak, we have the power to shape our

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Practicing Generosity

Although we might not normally think of practicing generosity as a spiritual practice, giving is one of the most important

Duration 21:27

Overcoming Lust & Sexual Desire (Masturbation, Pornography & Other Addictions)

The Buddha said that there is no fire like lust. Of all the desires we can experience, it is probably

Duration 34:31

The Benefits of Practicing Confession in Buddhism

For some people, the idea of practicing confession is tied up with feelings of guilt and sin. But in Buddhism,

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Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism

Theravada and Mahayana form two major schools in Buddhism. While Mahayana Buddhism didn’t seem to come into prominence until a

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Buddha’s Teachings on Death Part One: Our Death

Thinking or talking about death is something we normally tend to avoid. Sometimes it feels that death is something that

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Buddha’s Teachings on Death Part Two: Loved Ones

The suffering of grief when our loved ones die can be unbearable. Grief is such a powerful emotion; it can

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