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What is Buddhism?

This lively introduction to Buddhism referring both to the rich diversity of its eastern forms and its expression in the modern west.

It relates key stories from the life of the Buddha and considers some central ideas and practices through the eyes of practising western Buddhists.

This 57-minute DVD includes sections on:

  • the life of the Buddha
  • the Dharma (his teachings) - the 4 Noble Truths and 8-fold Path
  • the Sangha (Buddhist community) - different ways of living a Buddhist life
  • meditation and devotion in Buddhism

 

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Schools should purchase this education version with teacher's notes and PowerPoints.

 

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Sample clip

This clip takes a look at what the Buddha understood as a result of his Enlightenment experience.