I would like to learn more about Buddhism.?

Question

Hi, I would like some good references as far as Web Sites mainly, and some books, where I can learn more about Buddhism. I am studying on many different Non-Christain relgions for personal interest, this is not a project. Thank you for your time.

foolish anwers get a 'thumbs down', Im not interested in bigoted answers, Im interested in learning more about this relgion.

And to you, a man seeking answer IS encouraging to me. I appreciate those that seek truth and question everything--- not those who submit to mindless brainwashing

thank you so much justin, no name. I really appreciate it!

Answer 1

Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness through realizing universal truths of existence. The journey is a long but rewarding one. The destination may be unreachable but the journey itself is a lesson in life. The following web sites will provide helpful information:

http://www.buddhanet.net/pdf_file/whatbelieve.pdf
"What Buddhist Believe" by Ven. K Sri Dhammananda. This book explains the Buddhist perspective on life's general questions.
Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda was my revered teacher. His writings have benefitted countless people throughout the world. He had recently passed away (18 Mar 1919 -- 31 Aug 2006)

http://www.buddhistchannel.tv/index.php?id=12,2800,0,0,1,0
Film about Chief : Ven. K Sri Dhammananda

http://www.ksridhammananda.com
Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda is my revered teacher.


http://www.geocities.com/wave_books
You can obtain excellent publications from them.

http://www.buddhanet.net (The “mother” of all Buddhist web sites)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhism
http://www.dharmanet.org
http://www.buddhism.about.com
http://www.parami.org/buddhistanswers/index.htm
http://www.nibbana.com
http://www.triplegem.net
http://www.buddhistchannel.tv
http://www.bswa.org
This site is in Western Australia where Ajahn Brahmawamso resides. He is an English monk and is a very popular speaker. You can listen to his talk through this site.


http://dharmaavenue.com/home.htm
http://www.thebuddhistsociety.org
http://www.budsas.org/index.htm
http://www.fundamental-buddhism.com
http://www.maithri.com/index.asp
http://www.parami.org/buddhistanswers/
http://www.abhayagiri.org/
Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery, the first monastery in the United States to be established by followers of Ajahn Chah, was founded in 1996 in the mountainous forests north of Ukiah, California.
http://www.watnongpahpong.org/indexe.php
http://www.dhammasukha.org

Have fun and be happy :-)

Answer 2

Although I more closely follow Tibetan Buddhism, (like MaxMarie), I also very much like Thich Nhat Hanh.

I would suggest: "The Essential Dalai Lama: His Important Teachings", edited by Rajiv Mehrotra

Also, try the following websites which include Dharma talks in mp3 format:

www.zencast.org (includes talks by Thich Nhat Hanh. The one titled "Being Peace" is a personal favorite.)

www.lamrim.com (Tibetan Buddhist Radio Station w downloads)

Answer 3

At the moment I'm reading "Buddhism for Idiots" and it's full of everything you would ever want to know what Buddhism.

I got it at the library and like it so much I bought it.

Answer 4

There are many different kinds of Buddhism. You'll want to narrow your search a bit.

I'm fond of Thich Naht Hahn's books. You might find his Buddhism appealing.

Answer 5

well, i read a wonderful book that puts together the eastern and western culture together. it is a book about a British writer who talked to Dalai Lama. i loved it. it is truly a wonderful book and i loved it. i don't know if it will help but i recommend it warmly. it is called The art of happiness(Howard C. Cutler). it is the best way to learn about their way of thinking.

Western Psychology meets Eastern Philosophy

here you go, you can read about it here:
http://www.theartofhappiness.com/

i wish you all the best.

Answer 6

Read "Understanding Non-Christian Religions" by Josh McDowell and Don Stewart.

Answer 7

try this

http://www.11meditation.co.nr

it's about Theravada Buddhist religion in Thailand.
not in a deep detail but should give you big picture and the main idea of the core.

hope it helps

Answer 8

Buddhanet - worldwide Buddhist information and education network

http://www.buddhanet.net/

Answer 9

I am not sure of many sites...try googling it or wikipedia. However, I am impressed at your interest. =) I hope you find what you're looking for, good luck!

Answer 10

Try wikipedia. It has excellent info