The Role of Religion in History – Lecture 2: Indian Religion
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The Origins of Buddhism and the Life of the Buddha
This chapter discusses the origins of Buddhism, highlighting the development of the system of thought and practice by the Buddha. It explores the historical existence of the Buddha and his privileged life before renouncing his possessions and becoming enlightened. The chapter also delves into the metaphysical beliefs of Buddhism, such as the lack of a supreme being and the view of the universe as composed of impermanent events.
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