Intro to Buddhism

Embark on a transformative journey to explore the core principles, practices, and diverse traditions of Buddhism, and discover its profound relevance in the modern world.

The Life of the Buddha and Core Concepts

Unit 1: Siddhartha Gautama: The Early Years

Unit 2: Enlightenment and First Teachings

Unit 3: Core Buddhist Concepts

The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path

Unit 1: Understanding the Four Noble Truths

Unit 2: The Eightfold Path: Wisdom and Ethical Conduct

Unit 3: The Eightfold Path: Mental Discipline

Schools of Buddhism and Key Figures

Unit 1: Introduction to Buddhist Schools

Unit 2: Key Figures in Buddhism

Buddhist Ethics, Meditation, and Symbolism

Unit 1: The Five Precepts

Unit 2: Mindfulness Meditation

Unit 3: Buddhist Symbolism

Buddhism in the Modern World and Key Texts

Unit 1: Relevance of Buddhism Today

Unit 2: Buddhism and Social Issues

Unit 3: Key Buddhist Texts