Khan Academy
Khan Academy: A Guardian King
This fierce-looking king is a symbolic protector of the Buddha's sacred law and also a fighter of evil spirits. His right foot is raised to stamp upon the head of a demon (now missing). His armor consists of tunic, trousers, chest and...
Shippensburg University
Shippensburg University: An Introduction to Buddhism
University-level introduction to Buddhism. Includes a biography of Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha), a general history of Buddhism, and a look at many Buddhist teachings, meditations, songs, poems, and more.
University of Sydney (Australia)
Univ. Of Sydney: Buddhist Architecture at Pagan, Burma
This is a good site for those interested in the different images associated with the Eastern religion, Buddhism. It Specializes in different types of Buddha imagery. Very useful for those studying the integration of art and religion in...
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Uri: Buddhism: Basic Beliefs
Information about the celebrations, sacred spaces, basic beliefs of Buddhism. Answers questions such as How did Buddhism begin? What did the Buddha teach? What are the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path?
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Khan Academy: Bodhisattva Maitreya
This statue depicts the bodhisattva Maitreya. Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who postpone their own salvation in order to help all sentient beings. The bodhisattva is an ideal type, not a depiction of an historical person like the...
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Khan Academy: The Stupa
Can a mound of dirt represent the Buddha, the path to Enlightenment, a mountain and the universe all at the same time? It can if it is a stupa. The stupa ("stupa" is Sanskrit for heap) is an important form of Buddhist architecture. View...
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Stupas
A description of Buddhist stupas, their different types, and their history and origins.
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Buddha Net: The Dhamma
An explanaton of Dhamma (Dharma), the nonaggressive, moral and philosophical system of the practicing Buddhist.
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Buddha Net: Why Is Buddhism the Fastest Growing Religion in Australia?
A look at Buddhism in Australia, the country's fastest growing religion. The article also looks at Buddhism's history with respect to Australia.
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Buddha Net: Reflections on Death (Buddhist Hospices)
A good introduction to Buddhist funerary practices. Provides links to Buddhist death rituals in various countries.
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Buddha Net: Buddhism in Burma/myanmar
A short introduction to Burmese Buddhism. Provides a good historical overview.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: The Buddha
An image of "The Buddha", created by Odilon Redon, c. 1905 (Pastel, 90 x 73 cm).
PBS
Pbs: Living Edens: Thailand: Basics of Buddhism
Brief overviews of the life of the Buddha, the Four Noble Truths, karma, and the cycle of rebirth.
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Wikipedia: Simple English Wikipedia: Buddhism
An easy-to-read entry on Buddhism, from open-source encyclopedia Wikipedia, that answers basic questions about the religion and its practices. Explains the Buddhist belief system and what the word "Buddha" means. Also discusses Buddhist...
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Nepal Home Page: A Brief History of Nepal
This resource provides a brief history of "the world's only Hindu monarchy," and a timeline of important historical events, beginning with the birth of Buddha.
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Buddha Net: Thai Buddhist Festivals
A page listing and describing the important dates in the Thai Buddhist tradition. These dates are also important in the Laotian and Cambodian tradition.
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Buddha Net: Buddhism in Cambodia
A short history of Buddhism in Cambodia. Includes graphics and details of the Angkor temple.
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Buddha Net: Buddhism in Laos
A detailed history of Buddhism in Laos. Provides information on important people and dates as well as doctrines.
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Buddha Net: Buddhism in Sri Lanka
A brief history of Sri Lankan Buddhism. Includes information and pictures.
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Buddha Net: Buddhism in Thailand
A short history of Buddhism in Thailand. Discusses the different influences on Thai Buddhism and how it has changed through time. Great pictures from Thailand!
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Buddha Net: The Hill of Sanchi
A description of the stupa outside of Sanchi, a site of early Buddhist practice. Explains the importance of the site's carvings and other buildings.
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Buddha Net: Buddhist Art and Architecture
Illustrated overviews of well-known Buddhist art and architecture.
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Buddha Net: Buddhist Ceremonies: Personal Ceremonies: Marriage/funeral Rites
This site provides information on Buddhist ceremonies in several countries where the religion is practiced. The site provides information on what should be done and how the ceremonies are performed.
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Buddha Net: E Book Library: Text and Teachings
Library of PDF-formatted documents of sacred Buddhists texts, such as the Tipitaka, along with commentaries and analysis
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