Buddhism
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Explore the profound wisdom, practices, and traditions of Buddhism across its major schools and historical developmentsCore Beliefs and Foundations
The Four Noble Truths
- The truth of suffering (Dukkha)
- The truth of the cause of suffering (Samudāya)
- The truth of the end of suffering (Nirodha)
- The truth of the path to the end of suffering (Magga)
The Noble Eightfold Path
Wisdom (Prajñā)
- Right Understanding
- Right Intention
Ethical Conduct (Śīla)
- Right Speech
- Right Action
- Right Livelihood
Mental Discipline (Samādhi)
- Right Effort
- Right Mindfulness
- Right Concentration
Sacred Texts
Pali Canon (Tipitaka)
The earliest collection of Buddhist scriptures, containing the teachings of the Buddha
Mahayana Sutras
Later texts that emphasize the bodhisattva path and universal compassion