Buddhist Answers

 

The Buddha,

His Identity, Purpose and Teachings

"Open to all are the doors to the Deathless. Let those who will hear respond with faith. ...
An unsurpassed teacher am I; alone am I the All-Enlightened. Cool and appeased am I. To establish the wheel of Dhamma, to the city ...I go. In this blind world I shall beat the drum of deathlessness. "

Who is the Buddha really? what is he?
 and what did he teach?

Is he important for me? what meaning does he have for me?

 

Find your answers here and take the first steps to a new life, lived with  wisdom and compassion.

 

What is Buddhism? And why is its appeal so strong that it is now the fastest growing religion in many parts of the world? Answer
 
His Story Who is the Buddha? Read about his life beginning from his birth and until his final Liberation Here

What does the word Buddha mean? Is he a god? If not, then what is he? Answer


His Teachings

What are the Four Noble Truths that form the core teachings of the Buddha? Answer

The practice of Buddhism is the Eightfold Path, how does one walk this path? Answer

What is karma? Answer

What happens when I die? Answer

What did the Buddha say about God? Answer

Do we have a soul? Answer

What is the origin of the world? Answer

What's all this about meditation? Answer

Is there a moral system within his teachings? Answer

Is Buddhism an atheistic religion? Answer


Why is it important for me? What benefits can I expect from practising Buddhism? How will it change my life? Answer

Isn't it better to believe a god-based religion? The answer is No. It is actually harmful to yourself and a poses a danger to society. Go here

Why are Buddhists always so happy and peaceful? Answer


Its Relevance to the World today Is Buddhism relevant today? Answer

Does Buddhism agree with science? Answer

Why do Buddhists value compassion and loving-kindness? Answer


Becoming a Buddhist

What is a Buddhist? Answer

What are the Three Jewels? Answer

What does going for Refuge as a Buddhist mean? Answer

How  is the ritual of becoming a Buddhist performed ? Answer (external link)

I'm totally new to Buddhism. Have you any advice for me on getting started? Sure, go here


Other Questions How do I know if this is true? And what did the Buddha say about other religions? Answer

Did the Buddha perform any miracles? what has he to say about them? Answer

Will the world come to an end? Yes, but not the way most people expect it. Go here.


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