Introduction to Buddhism

Discovering Buddhism is an introduction to buddhism by some of the worlds best known buddhist teachers. If you are new to Buddhism and would like to get an idea, what it´s like to be a buddhist and want to know more about the teaching of the Buddha, this video course from the FPMT Online Learning Center could be a good starting point for you.

Discovering Buddhism Module 1 - Mind and its Potential   

Examine the mind and how it creates happiness and suffering. Learn to transform destructive thoughts and attitudes to create a positive and joyous mind.

 

Discovering Buddhism Module 2 - How to Meditate 

Learn the definition and purpose of meditation, how to sit, how to set up a meditation session, different meditation techniques, and how to deal with obstacles to meditation.

 

Discovering Buddhism Module 3 - Presenting the Path 

Get an overview of the entire Tibetan Buddhist path to awakening. Study the life story of the Buddha and discover the lam-rim, or graduated path to enlightenment.

 

Discovering Buddhism Module 4 - The Spiritual Teacher 

Investigate the role of the teacher on the spiritual path: the need for a teacher, the qualities of teacher and student, and how to relate to a teacher for greatest benefit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oa0CMdNtbbo

Discovering Buddhism Module 5 - Death and Rebirth 

Explore the process of death and rebirth and its impact on how we live our lives. Learn to fulfill your purpose in life, resolve conflicts, and develop the skills to help yourself and others at death.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9GnNOjFOP8 

Discovering Buddhism Module 6 - All about Karma 

Learn the essential facts about the law of cause and effect. Explore ways to deal with life most effectively and take control of your future! 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy8MOMmk0KM

Discovering Buddhism Module 7 - Refuge in the three Jewels 

Find out what it means to take refuge in the Three Jewels and the essential practices of refuge. Learn about the advantage of taking lay vows and their role in enhancing our spiritual growth.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=226w04QMPzQ

Discovering Buddhism Module 8 - Establishing a daily Practice 

Assemble the tools you need to develop a successful daily practice and find out the elements necessary to generate realizations. Get some tips for making every action meaningful.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ws04VqqiZY

Follow this course on the FPMT Online Learning Center at http://onlinelearning.fpmt.org and learn more about Discovering Buddhism at http://www.fpmt.org/education/program....