The Essence of Buddhism: Why It Is Not Just Another Religion

The completely enlightened historical Shakyamuni Buddha

When one mentions Buddhism,  most people would think it’s just another religion. However, if one examines and studies the teachings of the Buddha, one will realise that it is not just another religion. In fact, it transcends religion and even the so-called philosophy.

Buddha’s teachings reveals the truth of life and the Universe. The historical Shakyamuni Buddha didn’t claim that he founded anything. Instead, through his practice and experience, he understood the truth of life and the Universe (what a completely enlightened being is capable of) and also told people that we too can be completely awakened, i.e. to awaken to the truth of life and the Universe, to liberate from all suffering in life and to realise Buddhahood (the ultimate potential of the Mind).

Buddhism is the right path that can lead people to awaken to the truth of life and the Universe. It is a path that can liberate us from all suffering in life.

The Buddha has taught 84,000 dharma gates (i.e. practices, in fact, infinite methods), and if practised correctly, can help us obtain peace of mind in the now and liberate from all suffering in life. That is why Buddhism can be practised by all the beings in the world regardless of your background and religion.

The Buddha also teaches us many excellent meditation practices to help us obtain peace of mind in the here now. If you want to have happiness and peace of mind in the here now, then Buddhism is for you!

Namo Buddhaya

Namo Amitabhaya