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Buddhism - Wikipedia
Buddhism (/ˈbʊdɪzəm/, US also /ˈbuː-/)[1][2] is the world's fourth-largest religion[3][4] with over 520 million followers, or over 7% of the global population, known as Buddhists
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhism
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BBC - Religion: Buddhism
Guide to Buddhism, a tradition of personal spiritual development, including meditation, philosophy, ethics, different Eastern and Western strands of Buddhism and famous Buddhist figures.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/buddhism/
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A Basic Buddhism Guide: 5 Minute Introduction
Buddhism is a religion to about 300 million people around the world. The word comes from 'budhi', 'to awaken'. It has its origins about 2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gotama, known as the Buddha, was himself awakened (enlightened) at the age of 35.
https://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/5minbud.htm
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About Buddhism
Welcome to About Buddhism. Here you will find some information on Buddhism to help you gain a basic understanding of this ancient religion and philosophy.
http://www.aboutbuddhism.org/
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Buddhism | Foundations, History, Systems, Mythology, & Practice | Britannica.com
Buddhism: Buddhism, religion and philosophy that developed from the teachings of the Buddha.
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Buddhism
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What is Buddhism? | The Buddhist Centre
The online home for the Triratna Buddhist Community.
https://thebuddhistcentre.com/buddhism
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What is Buddhism? A short introduction for beginners
Buddhism is a set of methods to live and die better. Buddhist meditation develops joy, fearlessness and compassion. Anyone can achieve enlightenment by learning from an authentic teacher.
https://www.diamondway-buddhism.org/buddhism/
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Basics of Buddhism
Buddhism is a major global religion with a complex history and system of beliefs. The following is intended only to introduce Buddhism's history and fundamental tenets, and by no means covers the religion exhaustively.
http://www.pbs.org/edens/thailand/buddhism.htm
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Early Buddhism (video) | Khan Academy
Introduction to Siddhartha Gautama Buddha and Buddhism.
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/world-history/ancient-medieval/buddhism-intro/v/buddhism
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BBC - Religions - Buddhism: Tibetan Buddhism
Tibetan Buddhism is a religion in exile, forced from its homeland when Tibet was conquered by the Chinese. This article is a detailed look at its history and practices.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/buddhism/subdivisions/tibetan_1.shtml
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Opinion | Why Are We Surprised When Buddhists Are Violent? - The New York Times
The image of unshakable peacefulness and tolerance is a Western stereotype that defies history and simplifies human nature.
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/05/opinion/buddhists-violence-tolerance.html
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Buddhism and State Power in Myanmar
Extreme Buddhist nationalist positions including hate speech and violence are on the rise in Myanmar. Rather than ineffective bans on broad-based groups like the Association for the Protection of Race and Religion (MaBaTha), the government shou
https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/south-east-asia/myanmar/290-buddhism-and-state-power-myanmar
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Buddhism | World | The Guardian
The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/world/buddhism
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Buddhism - Shambhala
Some 2,500 years ago, an Indian prince, Siddhartha Gautama, sat quietly in a place known as Deer Park at Sarnath and began to offer simple teachings, based on his own experience.
https://shambhala.org/about-shambhala/the-shambhala-path/buddhism/
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Japanese Buddhism
About Buddhism in Japan.
https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2055.html
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An Introduction to Buddhism
The Buddha was born Siddhartha Gautama, a prince of the Sakya tribe of Nepal, in approximately 566 BC. When he was twentynine years old, he left the comforts of his home to seek the meaning of the suffering he saw around him.
http://webspace.ship.edu/cgboer/buddhaintro.html
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Buddhism | Shambhala
BUDDHISM For 2,500 years, the wisdom of the Buddha and his heirs have had the profoundest impact on people who took it into their hearts. We invite you to explore...
https://www.shambhala.com/buddhism
