Paramattha Dhamma Sikkhaya Foundation

The Path to Overcoming Suffering

Buddha outlined a practical path to overcome suffering in the Fourth Noble Truth, the Noble Eightfold Path. This path provides ethical guidelines, mental discipline, and wisdom to help individuals transform their lives and ac... Read More...

The Role of Suffering in Buddhist Philosophy

Understanding Suffering (Dukkha)

Dukkha is often translated as suffering, but its meaning extends beyond physical pain and mental anguish. It encompasses a range of experiences, including the inherent dissatisfaction and ... Read More...

Buddhist Traditions: Comprehensive

Buddhism, practiced by over 500 million people globally, offers a profound path for overcoming suffering and attaining enlightenment. It originated in India in the 5th century BCE with Read More...

Formation of the Sangha

After enlightenment, Buddha hesitated to speak to people about his realisation. He believed it would be too difficult for most people to understand. But it is said that God Brahma made him change his decision. Buddha went back to find his teachers... Read More...

Early life of Gautama Buddha

Gautama Buddha was born in the province of Lumbini, located in Southern Nepal, in 623 BC. He was born into a noble family of the Shakya Clan residing in the Himalayan foothills. The head of the Shakya clan, Suddhodana, was his father, while his mo... Read More...