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  1. Buddhism - Wikipedia

    Buddhist philosophy, Buddhist art, Buddhist architecture, Buddhist cuisine and Buddhist festivals continue to be influential elements of the modern Culture of Asia, especially in East Asia and …

  2. Buddhism | Definition, Beliefs, Origin, Systems, & Practice ...

    Dec 4, 2025 · Spreading from India to Central and Southeast Asia, China, Korea, and Japan, Buddhism has played a central role in the spiritual, cultural, and social life of Asia, and, …

  3. Buddhism - Definition, Founder & Origins | HISTORY

    Oct 12, 2017 · Buddhism is a faith that was founded by Siddhartha Gautama—also known as “the Buddha”—more than 2,500 years ago in India. With an estimated 500 million to one billion …

  4. What Is Buddhism? — Study Buddhism

    Buddhism is a set of methods that helps us to develop our full human potential by understanding the true nature of reality. Founded 2,500 years ago in India by Siddhartha Gautama – better …

  5. What is Buddhism? - Center for Religious & Spiritual Life ...

    While there are many important differences among Buddhists across time and space, the core of Buddhist belief can be found in the teachings of the Buddha’s first sermon, which have come …

  6. Buddhism - Encyclopedia of Buddhism

    One of the earliest known representations of the Buddha, 1st–2nd century CE. Buddhism refers to a collection of traditions, beliefs, and practices based on teachings attributed to Siddhartha …

  7. What Is Buddhism? An Introduction to its History and Practices

    Buddhism is one of the world’s major religions, practiced by more than 500 million people worldwide. Rooted in the teachings of the Buddha, it offers a path to understanding suffering, …

  8. Buddhism - National Geographic Society

    Sep 20, 2024 · There are three main schools of Buddhism: Mahayana, Theravada and Vajrayana. Mahayana Buddhism is common in China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Taiwan and Tibet. It …

  9. Buddhists - Wikipedia

    Buddhists (listen ⓘ) are people who adhere to Buddhism, an Indian religious and philosophical tradition founded by the Buddha in the 6th or 5th century BCE in the Indian subcontinent. …

  10. Home - SGI USA

    Our weekly newspaper, World Tribune, and monthly study magazine, Living Buddhism, are must haves for our Buddhist practice covering Buddhist concepts, encouragement and more. Tap …