Fundamentals of Buddhism. This 136 pages work by Dr. Peter D. Santina covers the basic Buddhist teaching over a series of twelve lectures. Among them are the life of the Buddha, the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, Karma, rebirth, dependent origination, the three universal characteristics and finally the five aggregates. – Good introduction to the basics of Buddhism.
This work serves as an accessible guide for those seeking to understand the foundational aspects of Buddhist philosophy and practice.Buddho+4Internet Archive+4Amazon+4
The lectures cover a range of fundamental topics, including:
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The Life of the Buddha: An exploration of Siddhartha Gautama’s journey to enlightenment and the establishment of the Buddhist community.
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The Four Noble Truths: An analysis of the core principles that diagnose the human condition and prescribe a path to liberation from suffering.
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The Noble Eightfold Path: A detailed examination of the practical steps recommended for ethical living, mental cultivation, and the development of wisdom.
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Karma and Rebirth: Insights into the law of moral causation and the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
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Dependent Origination: An explanation of the interconnectedness of all phenomena and the process by which suffering arises and ceases.
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The Three Universal Characteristics: A discussion on the impermanent, unsatisfactory, and non-self nature of existence.
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The Five Aggregates: An analysis of the components that constitute human experience and the notion of self.
Dr. Santina’s approach is both scholarly and approachable, making complex philosophical concepts understandable for readers new to Buddhism. His lectures aim to provide a clear and concise foundation for further exploration into Buddhist studies and practice.
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