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How do I...  WebPath Express results for "buddhism"  [Refine your search]   Selected List: My Personal List   Displaying 1 - 79 out of 79 Grade Level: All Grade Levels Elementary Elementary & Middle Middle Middle & High High     1 2 3 4  Show All   Buddhism Grade Level:   Here you will find an encyclopedia entry on Buddhism from the World Almanac for Kids. Did you know that Buddhism was founded in northeastern India? Today Buddhism has been divided into two main branches: Theravada, the Way of the Elders, and Mahayana, the Great Vehicle. Buddha left no written body of information. The religion was based on oral tradition and has developed over many years. This religion is based on four noble truths. Come learn more about Buddhism at this web site. Topic: Buddhism URL:  http://www.worldalmanacforkids.com/WAKI-ViewArticle.aspx?pin=x-bu197000a&article_id=511&chapter_id=11&chapter_title=Religion&article_title=Buddhism Gateway to Buddhism Grade Level:   Here is a multi-award-winning, comprehensive Buddhist resource provided by BuddhaNet. Find out about the principles of Buddhism, meditation, one monk's dreams, the life of Buddha, and women in Buddhism. This excellent, non-sectarian site includes features such as an on-line magazine, audio clips of Buddhist chanting and meditation instructions; meditation techniques; information about Buddhist teachings, art, history and culture; e-books; events; and web links. Buddhist studies includes materials designed for elementary and secondary students. Don't miss the photo documentaries in the on-line magazine. This site can be searched by keyword. Topic: Buddhism URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/ An Introduction to Buddhism Grade Level:   Dr. C. George Boeree of Shippensburg University writes an easy to understand biography of the Buddha, the spread of Buddhism, and the basic principles of the religion. A map of the Buddha's world during his lifetime is particularly useful. He explains the three original schools of Buddhism as the religion spread throughout Asia, and narrates the way in which it first came to the west in the nineteenth century. Included are hymns and prayers, mediations, explanation of Buddhist morality, a glossary, and links to suggested reading. Topic: Buddhism, Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.ship.edu/%7Ecgboeree/buddhaintro.html Zen Buddhism Grade Level:   This Fact Monster article on Zen Buddhism gives history and facts about this Chinese and Japanese form of Buddhism. Zen Buddhism became known in China for having its central tenet be the practice of meditation, rather than the following of a particular scripture or doctrine. The founder of Zen in China was the legendary Bodhidharma, who came to China from India in the late 5th century A.D. Read the article to learn more interesting facts about Zen Buddhism! Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/society/A0853344.html Zen Buddhism Grade Level:   Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art web site to learn about the philosophy of Zen Buddhism. You will learn that Zen means "meditation" and that meditation is an essential element in this form of Buddhism. You will find out about the origins of Zen Buddhism and its core beliefs. Zen Buddhism's emphasis on simplicity and the importance of the natural word are reflected in the artwork of Japan and China. Click on the examples of art to learn more about how they reflect Zen Buddhist philosophy. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/zen/hd_zen.htm Zen Buddhism Grade Level:   Visit the BBC web site on world religions to learn about Zen Buddhism, a subdivision of Buddhism. You will learn about the origins of Zen Buddhism in China and how it spread to Korea, Japan, and now the West. Find out about the techniques that practitioners of Zen use to understand the meaning of life directly. Discover why Zen practices are compatible with other faiths and why it is impossible to describe Zen totally with words. The web site features a list of "clues" to the meaning of Zen and give examples of how Zen students try to achieve enlightenment. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/buddhism/subdivisions/zen_1.shtml Zen Buddhism Grade Level:   If you are looking for a concise explanation of Zen Buddhism, look at this web page from Washington State University. Part of a larger site on World Civilizations, this page will help you understand what is unique about Zen Buddhism. You will find out why self-knowledge is the key to enlightenment and why meditation is so important to gaining understanding of the inner self. Discover how Zen Buddhism differs from other forms of Buddhist philosophy and what unique practices are used to awaken the mind of the disciple. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/FEUJAPAN/ZEN.HTM The History of Buddhism Grade Level:   Buddhism beliefs began with a meeting of five hundred monks shortly after the death of Buddha. The monks discussed Buddha's lessons and began teaching about Buddha by word of mouth. This went on for several hundred years before anything was recorded. In this essay, you will learn how the tradition changed and spread throughout the world. The spread of Buddhism did not reach the West until the 1800's. The present day Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the first Dalai Lama to travel to the West. He was also award the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. Topic: Buddhism--History URL:  http://webspace.ship.edu/cgboer/buddhahist.html Buddhism in East Asia Grade Level:   Learn about the history of Buddhism in China, Korea, and Japan, the major countries of East Asia from the information on this web site. You will also learn about the history of these countries while learning about the spread of Buddhism. Find out how Buddhism came to each country and how monasteries and schools of Buddhism were set up. Each country is unique, but all have experienced periods where Buddhism has been suppressed but has survived to renewed interest. Topic: Buddhism, Buddhism--History, East Asia URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/buddhistworld/east-asia.htm History of Buddhism in India Grade Level:   This two-page essay provides a "Glimpse At The History Of Buddhism". Buddhism is a religion that began over 2500 years ago in India. A young man named Siddhartha Gautama found life to contain much suffering and began his search for peace and a way to overcome this suffering. What he learned, he shared with the world. You can read more about Buddhism in India, Tibet, and other parts of the world by reading this informative article. Topic: Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.nalandabodhi.org/history_of_buddhism.html History of Buddhism Grade Level:   A man named Buddha Shakyamuni lived in India over two thousand years ago. He is the founder of a spiritual practice called Buddhism. "Buddha explained that all our problems and suffering arise from confused and negative states of mind, and that all our happiness and good fortune arise from peaceful and positive states of mind." More information on the history of Buddhism, Buddhist beliefs, and how Buddhism is practiced today is included in the article on this Web site. Topic: Buddha, Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.aboutbuddhism.org/history-of-buddhism.htm The Buddhist Society Grade Level:   Come to this web site to learn more about the Buddhist Society of Great Britain. At this web site, you will have the opportunity to learn more about Buddhism as well as the missions and programs of the society. Here you will read, "A lay organization, it is now the oldest Buddhist institution in the country. From its inception it has not been attached to any one school of Buddhism, remaining non- sectarian in character and open in principle to the teachings of all schools." Learn more about the society at this web site. Topic: Buddhism URL:  http://www.thebuddhistsociety.org/ Buddhist Studies: Basic Teachings Grade Level:   A great resource for information on Buddhism is right here at your fingertips! You can research topics such as: Fundamentals of Buddhism, Buddhism in a Nutshell, The Four Noble Truths, The Life of the Buddha, The Buddha and His Message, Handbook for Mankind, Buddhism as an Education, and much more. Over seventeen topics are included here for you to read. There are even Buddhist stories you can access by clicking onto: Buddhist Tales for Young and Old. Topic: Buddhism, Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/teachings.htm Japanese Zen Buddhist Philosophy Grade Level:   If you are studying Zen Buddhism, be sure to investigate this web page from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. You will find an overview of what Zen Buddhism is and a detailed outline of specific concepts included in this philosophy. Discover the simplicity and straightforwardness of Zen Buddhism, which celebrates everyday life and nature. You will learn about the importance of sitting meditation in the practice of Zen Buddhism as well as the Zen understanding of time and space. This article includes an extensive bibliography and related entries. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/japanese-zen/ Zen Guide Grade Level:   For a fun and interesting way to learn more about Zen Buddhism come and look at this web site. The initial menu contains descriptions of what the different sections are about so you can pick and choose the area you want to explore. You will find all kinds of information about the religion including an introduction to the history and origination of Buddhism, the basic concepts behind the belief and practice, how Zen relates to other areas of life, and more! Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.zenguide.com/ What is Zen? Grade Level:   If you are studying Zen Buddhism, you will get a basic and clear overview from this web page created by a Zen Buddhist organization in New Zealand. You will learn the history of Buddhism, which goes back about 2500 years. Find out about the core philosophy that is based on the Four Noble Truths. You will learn how the Ch'an school of Buddhism spread to Japan in the twelfth century and became known as Zen. Discover the different methods of Zen training, all of which strive for "the grace of awakening." Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.zendo.org.nz/pages/zenbuddhism.html What is Zen? Grade Level:   If you are not sure what Zen Buddhism is, read this simple introduction written by a Zen master and abbot of two Zen schools, Eido T. Shimano Roshi. Roshi explains the basic questions that Zen Buddhism seeks to help people answer. He also discusses the difference between the egoistic self and the Boundless Self. You will find instructions for "sitting zazen," a form of meditation and an important activity of Zen practice, which leads the participant into "active zazen," a higher state of consciousness. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.zenstudies.org/what.html Zen Meditation Instructions Grade Level:   At the heart of the practice of Zen Buddhism is zazen, a type of meditation unique to Zen. On this web page from the Zen Mountain Monastery, you will find instructions for the different positions of zazen along with explanations of the philosophy behind the practice. Zazen is described as "the study of the self" and comes from the meditation practice of the Buddha himself. There are photographs of the different positions as well as a description of the proper breathing methods. Find out why this type of meditation is so essential to the practice of Zen Buddhism. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.mro.org/zmm/teachings/meditation.php Historical Buddhist Sites Grade Level:   Buddhism has spread to many different parts of the world and you can learn about various Buddhist historical sites in different countries through reading the information on this Web site. Some of the historical sites are in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Tibet, China, and Japan. All together, you can examine fourteen Buddhist historical sites from these countries. A description and history of each site is included for each country. Topic: Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/history/sites.htm Zen Grade Level:   In this five-part entry from Encarta you can find out more about Zen Buddhism, what it is, and how it is practiced. Navigate with no problems to the section of your choice by using the index at the top of the entry. Through the article you can read an introduction to this religion and philosophy and explore the doctrines and practices, sects, influence on arts and crafts, and history. The multimedia section contains two items: an audio clip of a sacred Buddhist chant and image of Zen art. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761574389/Zen.html How to Do Zazen Grade Level:   An inquiry into Zen Buddhism takes one to the practice of zazen, or seated meditation. This web site teaches you how to do zazen. The explanation begins with the place of meditation. It then explains preparing yourself, clothing, position of the zafu, crossing your legs, posture, Cosmic Mudra, and many other aspects of zazen. There are high quality photographs that support the text. There is a link to the main page that has information on manners in a sitting hall and other Zen information. Topic: Zen Buddhism URL:  http://www.sotozen-net.or.jp/kokusai/howtodozazen01.htm Buddhism Grade Level:   This is an easy to use introduction to the basic principles of Buddhism. You can learn about the celebrations, basic beliefs and sacred spaces recognized in Buddhism. The purpose of this web page is to introduce young people to the wonder and diversity of the world's religions and spiritual traditions. It is presented in a simple, straight forward manner with accurate information about the world's five major religions. The opening page is an illustration that offers more information when you roll the cursor over the image. Topic: Buddha URL:  http://www.uri.org/kids/world_budd.htm Buddhist Studies for Primary Students Grade Level:   Learn about the Buddha in story format. "The hero of our story is Prince Siddhartha, the Buddha-to-be, who lived more than 2,500 years ago." You will learn about the birth of Siddhartha, the naming ceremony, the prince's childhood, and his marriage at the age of sixteen. There are eight Units on the history and teachings of Buddhism presented on this page. Each Unit explains the historical story of Buddha in a format that is especially intended for younger students. Topic: Buddha, Buddhism--History URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/buddhism/primary.htm Buddhist Studies: Buddhist History & Culture Grade Level:   The beginning of Buddhism through the birth and life Prince Siddhartha is detailed, and the the authors go on to narrate and chart the spread of the religion throughout Asia. The role of women in Buddhism is explained in excellent question and answer format, and modern heroines are highlighted. Important sites, scriptures, culture, ceremonies, art and architecture, deities, and symbols are explained. Clicking on "Buddhist Glossary" leads also to an e-book library including textbooks for children in both elementary and middle school, downloadable craft projects, coloring books, crossword puzzles, and two volumes of children's illustrated illustrated folk tales. Includes bibliography. Topic: Art, Buddhist, Buddhism--History, Buddhist art URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/history/index.htm Timeline of Buddhist History Grade Level:   Buddhism is based on the young Indian prince, Siddhartha Gautama, who lived some time between 490-410 BCE. It is interesting to learn about Buddhism when you compare it to what was also happening in other parts of the world. The graphic organizer on this Web page is divided into four categories. Buddhist calendar dates are listed first. The second column belongs to the Western calendar. Next are the major events in Buddhist history. Finally, the last column describes world figures and events. If you are familiar with world history, this timeline will help you understand Buddhist history easily. Topic: Buddhism--History, Chronology, Historical, Historical chronology URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/history/b_chron-txt.htm Buddhism and Women Grade Level:   Read the stories of amazing Buddhist women who provided shelter for abused women and children, became meditation masters, initiated inter-religious dialogue, built schools and healthcare centers, and provided humanitarian aid. Investigate questions and answers about the role of women in Buddhism. Study the limited freedoms and the subordinate position of women in India during the time of Buddha, although Buddha did not consider women to be inferior, but to be partners and equals. Examine the debate over ordaining women as Buddhist nuns. Learn about some of Buddha's female disciples and the conditions he set for bhikkunis. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/history/women.htm Buddhism and Zen Stories Grade Level:   Read many Zen stories at this Afterhours Inspirational Stories web site! The stories have been gathered from a variety of sources, so they vary in length and tone. Most of the stories are parables and contain a lesson from Zen Buddhism. There is also a list of recommended books about Zen Buddhism at the bottom of the page. Topic: Zen stories URL:  http://www.inspirationalstories.com/buddhism-1.html How American Women Are Changing Buddhism Grade Level:   American Buddhists are leading Buddhism in a new path, away from its patriarchal past and into a new role for women. Every denomination and variety of Buddhism is practiced in North America, with immigrants from across Asia, many of whom have been in America for several generations. New converts from Euro-American ethnic groups have joined them, adding a complexity of cultures and concerns not traditionally addressed in Buddhism. Women are joining in the meditation, philosophical explorations, and monastic traditions of practicing Buddhism. Equitable participation and the active presence of women at meditation centers and forums is becoming more common. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.shambhalasun.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1319&Itemid=247 Buddhism Study and Practice Group Grade Level:   The Buddhism Study and Practice Group has collected many Buddhist and Zen stories on their web site. The stories and parables are simple and often teach a lesson, and the Buddha himself used many of them himself. Timeless subjects such as death, power, awakening, and courage are discussed in the stories, which often use images found in nature to symbolize ideas and concepts. Topic: Zen stories URL:  http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/Clubs/buddhism/story/index.html Reflections on Women in Buddhism Grade Level:   Even the Dalai Lama recognized that the role of women and nuns needed to change in Buddhist culture. The lack of opportunities for women in the Tibetan tradition has produced only a few female masters, as Buddhism has primarily been the realm of men. Thosamling Institute became the first nunnery in India to provide a supportive environment for study and retreat for Western women seeking the monastic path. Although some see Budhism as an ancient religion with no place for women, this thinking conflicts with the concept of equality taught by the Buddha. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.thosamling.net/reflections.htm The Face of Buddhism and Shintoism in Japanese Art Grade Level:   This website is a photo library and a dictionary that explores the many deities and faces of Japanese Buddhism and Shintoism. Taken from dozens of temples and shrines, many dating from the 8th to 13th centuries, over 1,000 photos tell the visual story of Shinto art. Explore the site alphabetically or by theme, but be sure to click on the Shinto Menu on the left to see a wide collection of Shinto art, all beautifully photographed. Topic: Shinto art URL:  http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/buddhism.shtml Female Novice Treads New Path in Thai Buddhism Grade Level:   Being a seeker of the spiritual secrets of Buddhism is not unique to male monks. Buddhist women are looking to follow the path of Buddha and offer spiritual guidance to other women as bhikkuni, or Buddhist monks. Read about female reformers who are looking to expand the role of women in Thai Buddhism beyond being a dasasilmata, or follower of Buddhist precepts. Through ordination, they hope to make dhamma, Buddha's teachings, more comprehensible for other women, as well as address the social issues of women. To do so, they are violating religious traditions and Thai law, although Buddha ordained bhikkuni. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.atimes.com/se-asia/DB19Ae03.html Political, Social, and Cultural Patterns Grade Level:   The Encyclopedia of World History explains the political, social, and cultural patterns of the Tang - Song transition in the Chinese government. This time era began a world of thought with the decline of Buddhism and the rise of Neo-Confucianism. An era of education and printing started the ideas of Confucianism. Some of the ideas formed before Buddhism, were used to create a Chinese tradition with the additional answers to the metaphysical and cosmic questions. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.bartleby.com/67/373.html Buddhist Art & Architecture: Tibetan Buddhist Art Grade Level:   Buddhist art is not only appreciated for its beauty but for its importance to the history of Buddhism. Learn about this art form and the lessons it holds for Buddhist. This site covers many types of art, such as paintings, sculptures and decorative art. You will also learn what this art means to the people who created it's beauty. Topic: Art, Buddhist, Buddhist art URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/tibart.htm The Magic of Buddhist Art Grade Level:   The history of Buddhism and Buddhist art is quite interesting. The beautiful creations have significant meaning to the artists as well as others. Learn about incredible statues and architecture that has been discovered and the meaning behind their formation. This site provides a picture of Buddhist architecture that is truly amazing. Topic: Art, Buddhist, Buddhist art URL:  http://www.hinduonnet.com/thehindu/2001/02/18/stories/1318049h.htm Guide to Chinese Sacred Books Grade Level:   The sacred literature of three main Chinese religions can be learned about at this informative web site. The main page contains overviews for Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism along with a definition of what a canon is. You can link into much more detailed pages on specific books for each religion. Topic: Chinese literature, Sacred books URL:  http://weber.ucsd.edu/~dkjordan/chin/hbcanons-u.html Buddha Grade Level:   The Columbia Encyclopedia presents information about Buddha. In Buddhist literature, the story of Buddha's life is portrayed as a legendary figure, with the earliest written accounts dating 200 years after his death. Sections of interest include his early life, enlightenment, founding of Buddhism, and a bibliography. The term Buddha is the title given to the founder of Buddhism, also called the Tathagata, Bhagavat or Sugata. It is estimated that the first Buddha lived from 563 to 483 BC. Topic: Buddha URL:  http://www.bartleby.com/65/bu/Buddha.html The Dalai Lama Grade Level:   The BBC presents "Religion and Ethics," a collection of articles, images, links, and other resources, including the essay at this site, which discusses the role of the Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lama, who serves as the head monk of Tibetan Buddhism, belongs to the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, the largest and most influential tradition in Tibet. Until the Chinese government took control in 1959, he was responsible for governing Tibet. He. Read this entry to learn how the Dalai Lama is chosen and who Tenzin Gyatso is. Topic: Dalai lamas URL:  http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/buddhism/people/dalailama_1.shtml Oriental Antiquities Exhibit Grade Level:   The oriental antiquities exhibit examines the cultures of the Middle East, South Asia mainly India, and China. The information helps to explain the concept of the human form as a means of describing the universe by ancient India. This universe had great prominence and power in ancient India. The notions that originated in India spread with the concept of Buddhism. Explore the sculpture of Padmapani from Eastern India that records the later history of Buddhism. Topic: India--Antiquities URL:  http://www.internetindia.com/enduring/ori.htm Civilizations of India Grade Level:   People have lived in the land that is now India for thousands of years. The Aryans were the first to develop a written language. Many of their oral traditions were handed down from one generation to another, and were recorded into books, called Vedas. There are many things you can read about regarding the civilizations of India on this site. All of these topics are easy reading for young students. A few topics listed here are: Dharma, Indian Religion, Sacred Writings, Reincarnation, Buddhism, Nirvana, Indian Kingdoms, and many more. Topic: India--Civilization, India--Civilization--To 1200, India--History URL:  http://www.kidspast.com/world-history/0102-civilizations-of-india.php Tibetan Art and Architecture Grade Level:   Tibetan art holds great meaning for people who study Hinduism and Buddhism. The history of this art form dates back to the 15th century. Tibetan art at the time was only found in monasteries. Learn more about this ancient art form and the significant meaning it holds. Links to information about Tibet are included at the bottom of the page. Topic: Art, Tibetan, Tibetan art URL:  http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/ent/A0848684.html Ancient Japan - Heian Japan Grade Level:   An in-depth report on the Heian period of Japan uses the margin of the page to direct readers to specific information pertaining to this time in ancient history. Here you can access or locate an atlas of Nara and Heian, Japan; an elaborate Japanese glossary; governmental facts; how Samurai were associated with this era; how Buddhism was developed; and details on Fujiwara and the civil war. Many similar reports on ancient Japan can be found through this page as well. Topic: Japan--History--Heian period, 794-1185 URL:  http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/ANCJAPAN/HEIAN.HTM Chinese Philosophy - Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The Sung Dynasty (960-1279) was the era when Confucianism became a powerful force of thought. Before this time, Buddhism was the dominant force in China. The center of the intellectual was the Buddhist temples. This evolved to the intellectual activity being on the scholar during the Sung Dynasty. The most important new scholar was Hu Yuan. He was responsible for the revival of Confucianism. The form of this philosophy was called Neo-Confucianism during the Sung Dynasty. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/CHPHIL/NEO.HTM Confucianism Grade Level:   According to information found at this web site, the philosophy of Confucianism was used for running the country of Vietnam, while Taoism and Buddhism were the religions followed by the people. Access this educational web site to learn a bit about the eastern philosophy of Confucianism. Learn about the stratification of classes in a Confucian state, and how Vietnam remained a Confucian state until the middle of the 19th century. There is also a link to learn about the ideas of Taoism. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://mcel.pacificu.edu/as/students/vb/confuci.htm Confucianism: Founded by K'ung Fu Tzu Grade Level:   If you are interested in learning some basic information about Confucianism, then access the ideas found at this web site. Learn the history of this religion founded in China, examine a listing of the beliefs of this religion, and read about the traditional practices of this religion. Did you know that there are four life passages that are recognized and regulated by Confucian tradition? Learn about them at this web site. There are also links to learn about other eastern religions, such as Buddhism and Taoism. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://www.religioustolerance.org/confuciu.htm Major Events in Japanese History Grade Level:   This web site focuses on the entire history of Japan, and the information is presented to you in a detailed timeline. You will learn about the different periods in Japan, including the Muromachi Period. There is also quite a bit of information here on other points of interest including Buddhism, the various battles that were fought in Japan, and more. There is quite a bit of information here so you may choose to use the links at the top of the page to jump to the section that you are most interested in. Topic: Japan--History--Muromachi period, 1336-1573 URL:  http://www2.kanawa.com/japan/history.html#muromachi Many Faces, Many Paths -- Art of Asia Grade Level:   Enjoy the art of Asia at this online exhibit. Before you browse the sacred objects from the Buddhist and Hindu cultures, read background information about Buddhism and Hinduism. Learn the significance of the image of the Goddess and see the many ways the Goddess is portrayed. There is also information about how sacred images are used in worship. Click on an image to enlarge it and to find out more about it. You can also click on the underlined words for additional definitions. Topic: Art, Asian, Art, Buddhist, Art, Hindu, Asian art, Buddhist art, Hindu art URL:  http://www.glenbow.org/exhibitions/online/bumper/bumper.htm Zen Stories Grade Level:   This Buddhism web site has a wealth of information about the religion's history and teachings, as well as a collection of Zen stories. The short stories deal with subjects such as pride, self-control, and letting go, and they are easy to read and understand. In the menu bar on the left-hand side, there is also a link to a web site full of Zen poems and haikus, which also contain Buddhist teachings. Topic: Zen stories URL:  http://buddhism.kalachakranet.org/resources/zenstories.html Chinese Myths Grade Level:   The morals and meaning of mythology are often rooted in the philosophies and religions of the region from which they originated. In China, these belief systems include Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. Living Myths examines the history of China's legends, and provides commentary and analysis on the meaning and motifs of a well-known Chinese myth, "Pangu and the Creation of the World," which contains similarities to creation myths from around the world. Topic: Chinese mythology, Mythology, Chinese URL:  http://www.livingmyths.com/Chinese.htm A Brief History of Ikebana Grade Level:   In no other country but Japan has the arranging of flowers developed into such an important art form. On this web site, you will learn how the development of ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement, is related to Japan's geographical conditions, climate, and religious beliefs. Ikebana can be traced back to the mid-6th century when Buddhism was introduced to Japan from China. Find out how flowers started being placed into pots, not just as offering to Buddha, but also for the enjoyment of human beings. Beautiful color photographs will help you visualize the concepts. Topic: Flower arrrangement, Japanese URL:  http://www.art.uiuc.edu/galleries/japanhouse/staff/kgunji/ikebana/history.htm Civilization in China Grade Level:   The Chinese Civilization goes back about four thousand years. It is the only ancient civilization that still exists today. The Chinese people have been ruled by Dynasties throughout history, where the ruler of a family continues from one generation to the next. There is information here on many Dynasties that you can read. One of the greatest building tasks ever constructed by man was the Great Wall of China. Over 3,000 peasants built this wall that is 4000 miles long. Additional interesting topics you can read about China's history include: The Silk Road, Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. Topic: China--Civilization URL:  http://www.kidspast.com/world-history/0125-civilization-in-china.php Indus and Huang River Valleys Grade Level:   Trek to the Indus and Huang River Valleys on this web site! Read all about the economies of the Valleys. It includes how they farmed, craft working, and government. The Indus people practiced Hinduism and the Huang people practiced Buddhism. Find out more about their beliefs. The topic of Confucianism is discussed. A guest book allows visitors to leave a message and read those left by others. Color photographs accompany the text of the two economy sections. Topic: Ancient history, History, Ancient, Indus civilization URL:  http://www.freewebs.com/indus_and_haung_rv Tibetan Theocracy Grade Level:   A movement known as the Yellow Hat sect reformed Tibetan Buddhism and spread to Mongolia. A Mongolian prince bestowed power on the Dalai Lama, who was considered to be the divine reincarnation of the ancestor of the Tibetan people. The Dalai Lama maintains earthly power while the Panchen Lama maintains spiritual power over the Tibetan theocracy. When one ruler dies, he is believed to be reincarnated in an infant boy. Tests determine the successor who is trained for his position of power. In the past fifty years, the Chinese government has twice overruled the Buddhist choice as leader. Topic: Theocracy URL:  http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/society/A0861549.html About Buddha Grade Level:   The New Kadampa Tradition presents this article which explains Buddha. This article states that since the world evolved, people have spent most of their time and energy improving external conditions, when in fact the problems need to be solved in our minds. Sections of interest include the life of Buddha, who is Buddha, teachings, training the mind, witnessing suffering, attaining enlightenment, Buddhism today, and resources. Learn about the process to free yourself from problems by learning control of your mind. Topic: Buddha URL:  http://www.aboutbuddha.org/english/index.htm Chinese History - Song Dynasty Grade Level:   Regent Tour China presents history information about the Song Dynasty (920-1279), an era that reunified most of China. This dynasty built an effective centralized bureaucracy staffed with civilian scholars. The Song Dynasty was a time of great advances in politics and the military. A renewed interest in the Confucian ideals and society of ancient times followed the decline of Buddhism. Learn about a very influential philosopher, Zhu Xi. His ideas became the official imperial ideology. A virtual tour, photos, and maps of China are available. Topic: China--History--Song dynasty, 960-1279 URL:  http://www.regenttour.com/china/history/song.htm Hinduism Grade Level:   A compilation of Aryan and indigenous religious practices, Hinduism has grown over the past 4,000 year to become the major religion of India. Discover the many different aspects and beliefs of this religion as well as a little about the deities Vishnu and Durga. The developing nature of Hinduism in the government of modern India is discussed as is the influence of Buddhism and Jainism in the country. Click on blue words in the text to learn more about that aspect of Hinduism. Topic: Hinduism URL:  http://kids.yahoo.com/reference/encyclopedia/entry?id=Hinduism Japan Guide.Com Grade Level:   Walk through the extensive history of Japan at this informative web page. A menu on the left-side of the page highlights different historical periods. For instance, you can start off by reading about the "early history" of Japan. Next, you can learn about the Nara, Heian Periods, the Kamakura Period, and the Muromachi Period. Or, you can jump down and read about Militarism, World War II and Post War Japan. Also included is information about Buddhism and Confucianism. Topic: Japan--History URL:  http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2131.html Japan Recipes - Culinary History Grade Level:   This report opens with a map of Japan. Japanese cuisine is known for its simplicity. Many dishes are consumed raw or lightly cooked which is considered a very healthy way of eating. In 400 B.C., rice was introduced in Japan from Korea, and is a staple food today. Soybeans and wheat were added to their diet after being introduced from China. Religion has played a major role in Japan's culinary habits. During the 6th century, Buddhism became the official religion, following the beliefs meant the eating of meat, and fish were prohibited. Topic: Cookery, Japanese, Japanese cooking URL:  http://www.recipes4us.co.uk/Cooking%20by%20Country/Japan.htm Religion and Ethics: Religions Grade Level:   Answers to questions about religions of the world can sometimes be difficult to find. Your parents or friends may not understand all the different world religions. The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) has created this web site, which explains 16 major world religions. A few of the religions featured are Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Taoism. Atheism is also covered. There's a multi-faith calendar, where you'll find holy days and festivals, an Islamic prayer calculator, and an interactive tool called Civilisations, where you can explore "the rise and fall of great empires and ideas over 5000 years." Topic: Religions URL:  http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/ Thailand, Jewel of the Orient Grade Level:   This site is a companion piece to the PBS Program called "Thailand, a Jewel of the Orient," which is a part of the Living Edens series that takes viewers to isolated, undisturbed corners of the globe so pure they remind us of how the ancient world once was. You will find a lesson about the basics of Buddhism, information about the interesting and beautiful wildlife that can be found in Thailand and travel information for people who want to go on the same adventure themselves. There's also a history of Thailand, links to other sites of interest and a touching memorial to some of the crew who died in a plane crash while making the film Topic: Thailand URL:  http://www.pbs.org/edens/thailand/ The Kushan Empire Grade Level:   The archeological excavations, coins, inscriptions, and art history directly reflect connections between the Kushan Empire between the northwestern Indian and the silk routes. The Kushan period included the first to third centuries. The economic, religious, cultural, and political growth between South Asia greatly accelerated during this era. The excavations at the site of Sirkap at Taxila found more than 2,500 coins of Kujula Kadphise. The silk routes to China spread Buddhism to the Kushan Empire. Topic: Kushans URL:  http://depts.washington.edu/silkroad/exhibit/kushans/kushans.html World Religions in Art Grade Level:   Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, Christianity and Hinduism are represented in thousands of works of art at the Minneapolis Museum of Art. These works were made for worship or for religious rituals. Click on the name of one of the religions to see the art objects and to find out more about them. There is also background information about each religion's origins and beliefs. The site lets you add objects you view to your own collection so you can email the images to yourself or to someone else. Topic: Art and religion URL:  http://www.artsmia.org/world-religions/ Sui, Tang, and Song Dynasties Grade Level:   The government reforms and cultural accomplishments of the Sui, Tang, and Song Dynasties are explained. The Sui Dynasty began social and tax reforms that helped the peasants. You can read about China's only Empress. She reigned during the Tang Dynasty. Literature, painting, and sculpture were influenced by Buddhism during the Tang Dynasty. There were also many wars during this time period. During the Song dynasty, many items still in use today were invented. A cohesive Chinese civilization was also begun during this time. Topic: China--History--Song dynasty, 960-1279, China--History--Sui dynasty, 581-618, China--History--Tang dynasty, 618-907 URL:  http://www.chinesemoods.com/suitang.html Atheism Grade Level:   Are you interested in learning about the belief of atheism? If so, then visit this web site which provides a great deal of interesting information about atheism. According to the author there are many different types of atheism. Learn about them, and their origins, at this web site. There are some interesting and unique ideas presented here. There are links to learn more about devas from Hinduism and Buddhism, scientists' views on religion, and such related terms as agnosticism, gods, miracles, and theism. There are also links to other web sites and on line texts with information about atheism. Topic: Atheism URL:  http://skepdic.com/atheism.html Buddhist Women at the Time of The Buddha Grade Level:   These stories, parables, and verses tell about women in the time of the Buddha. One story tells of a beautiful girl of low caste who offered alms to the Buddha and was rewarded for her simple gift by becoming a queen. She questioned the Buddha about beauty, wealth, and ability and he revealed that these virtues were connected to purity, forgiveness, giving, and goodwill. Her devotion to Buddha's teaching made her a wise queen and the king also became a disciple. Other stories also teach of wisdom and the virtues of Buddhism. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/hecker/wheel292.html Chinese Philosophy - Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The renaissance of Confucianism during the late Tang Dynasty was a direct reaction against the long prevailing philosophical Daoism since the Han Dynasty and Buddhism. The goal of the Tang and Song Dynasty Confucian writers was to find a system that was able to explain the universe. To address the position and behavior of man that went along with Buddhist philosophy. Zhu Xi (1130-1200) was considered the "Master Zhu" and the greatest person of Neo-Confucianism. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.chinaknowledge.de/Literature/Classics/neoconfucianism.html Confucianism in Korea Grade Level:   This report about Confucianism in Korea gives information about five Confucian thinkers from the "Chosen Period". Confucianism was introduced to Korea before Buddhism. It grew to become Neo-Confucianism. Learn about Chong To-jon (1342-1398), Kwon Kun (1352-1409), Yi Hwang (1501-1570), Yi I (1536-1584), and Chong Yak-yong (1762-1836). These five Confucian thinkers created monumental works that helped define the history of Korean Confucianism. Neo-Confucianism is often called "the study of the way." Practical ideas found in each theory and putting them together to form a whole means Neo-Confucianism. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.asianinfo.org/asianinfo/korea/rel/confucianism.htm Confucianism, Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The descriptions of many beliefs from around the world are discussed in this report. A section about books of interest is available. Neo-Confucianism is described as a term used for a form of Confucianism that was developed during the Song Dynasty. Zhu Xi recognized the Confucian system did not have an explanation for the metaphysical system, so he devised one. Neo-Confucianism merges Buddhism and Taoism with this philosophy. Zhu Xi wrote many essays attempting to explain how his ideas worked Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.onelittleangel.com/wisdom/art/religious.asp?mc=16 Gender Difference in History: Women in China and Japan Grade Level:   Many cultures teach that women and men possess different capacities and functions. Often this belief is the basis for the subordination of women in society. In China, male and female aspects are considered different, but neither one is considered inferior or superior. Learn how Taoism and Buddhism granted women some areas of empowerment, even in ancient times. You will also learn how Confucian teachings and other influences changed the culture to subjugate women and led to practices such as footbinding and the selling of daughters. Follow other changes in attitudes towards women up to the twentieth century on this site. Topic: China--History, Women--China URL:  http://www.womeninworldhistory.com/essay-04.html H2O - The Mystery, Art, and Science of Water Grade Level:   The Sweet Briar College learning resource presents this article about water in the Chinese religion. Sections explain the difference between cosmology and cosmogony. The early period before the introduction of Indian Buddhism, there are no native Chinese stories about how or why the universe came into being. One story describes a cosmic battle between flooding waters and the sky. The sky is separate from the earth until one day the water emerges from the land and begins to rise towards the sky. There appear two figures, a father, and a son. Topic: Cosmogony URL:  http://witcombe.sbc.edu/water/religionchinacosmology.html Hindu Philosophy Popularly Explained: The Heterodox Systems (1887) Grade Level:   The Internet Archive provides its digital library of Internet sites and other cultural artifacts free to researchers, historians, scholars, and the general public. Among the Archive's extensive holdings is a scanned version of the 1887 publication Hindu Philosophy Popularly Explained: The Heterodox Systems. In this text, Ram Chandra Bose discusses such topics as Buddha (as a man, a moralist, and a philosopher), Jainaism, the Charvaka system, Kabir, Nanak, and esoteric Buddhism. One can read the text in various digital formats or in its scanned (i.e., "flip the page") format. Topic: Hindu philosophy, Philosophy, Hindu URL:  http://www.archive.org/details/hinduphilosophy00boseuoft Monkey King Page 1 Grade Level:   The Monkey King is a story in Chinese mythology. Intelligent and strong, the Monkey king rebels against the Chinese feudal lords in an attempt to become a king. What follows is a story of rebellion, war, and religious conversion, which echoes the fact that Buddhism was arriving in China at the time this story was written. The web presentation of this story is adorned with a colorful graphic drawing for each page and each of these pages is presented by link navigation. Links on the page offer other Chinese myths and provide further information on the Monkey King. Topic: China--Folkore, Chinese literature, Folklore--China URL:  http://www.china-on-site.com/pages/comic/1.php Neo-Confucianism: Zhu Xi and Wang Yangming Grade Level:   The Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy presents an article about Neo-Confucianism. As the Empire regrouped during the medieval period, the practical extremes of Buddhism began to fade and the revival of Confucianism set the agenda for claims to orthodoxy within the Neo-Confucian ranks. Zhu Xi's project retrieved and revised the import of classical Confucianism. Zhu Xi is the representative of the theoretical and systematic part of Neo-Confucianism. Western philosophers find the language of Neo-Confucian more familiar than that of most other Chinese thinkers. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.rep.routledge.com/article/G001SECT9 Sakyadhita: The International Association of Buddhist Women Grade Level:   The Daughters of Buddha, Sakyadhita, gathered in India as the International Association of Buddhist Women. They are committed to promoting world peace, practicing Buddha's teachings, educating women to be Buddhist teachers, and promoting harmony among different Buddhist groups. They want to facilitate communication in the Buddhist community, provide place for women to study, and establish communities of ordained Buddhist nuns. They honor the diversity of the millions of Buddhist women, whether laywomen or nuns, regardless of their culture, language, education, or wealth. They support the mutual commitment to live by the principles of Buddhism. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.sakyadhita.org/ Siamese Dream Grade Level:   "The Vedas are the earliest Hindu texts, and they were composed and performed orally for several centuries (generally believed to be from 1500 BCE to 1200 BCE)." This brief article provides an easy-to-understand description and explanation of the Vedas. The four divisions of the Vedas are presented with brief explanations. For additional related research on the topic of Buddhism, links are provided to a lengthy list of related topics, hymns, and Dieties. This is one of the best sites for younger readers to begin researching the Vedas. Topic: Vedas URL:  http://www.siamese-dream.com/reference/vedas.html Taoism Grade Level:   This web site provides the "principal texts of Taoism. Taoism, along with Confucianism and Buddhism was one of the principal religions of feudal China." Annotated links to Taoism books and writing are provided. Titles of writings include the Tao te Ching, one of the most widely read sacred texts, The Canon of Reason and Virtue, Taoist Teachings translated from the book of Lieh-Tzü, Tao, The Great Luminan, containing essays from the Huai Nan Tzu, and many others. This site is a wonderful source for Tao literature! Topic: Taoism URL:  http://www.sacred-texts.com/tao/index.htm The First Bhikhuni Ordination in Australia Grade Level:   The controversy over female ordination is common to both Christianity and Buddhism. Buddha's reluctance to ordain women left a lasting impression of Buddhist leaders, in spite of his eventually granting women ordination. While some Buddhist countries discontinued female ordination, others never established it. Women's efforts today to revive the tradition have been met with resistance. Female practitioners and teachers have been few, and Tibetans have traveled to other countries to be ordained. The attitudes of the West are influencing the debate, and ordination has now been established in Australia. Topic: Buddhist women URL:  http://www.buddhanet.net/ordination01.htm World Religions Grade Level:   The major world religious groups most people recognize are Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism. "The Internet Sacred Test Archive" hosts this site on World Religions and topics regarding religion. You can research less known religious topics such as, Celtic Beliefs, Shamanism, Native American Religions, Pacific Islander Religions, and African Religions here as well. This is an electronic archive on religion, mythology, legends, folklore and more. As you research these religions, you will find more and more topics to Topic: Religions URL:  http://www.sacred-texts.com/world.htm Mystic Trends in Kashmiri Poetry Grade Level:   Kashmir, an important center for learning, has a rich cultural, historical, and literary background. Kashmir Shaivism contributed the Pratyabhijnya system to Indian philosophy. Kashmir also has a long history of Buddhism, and has produces great scholars and literature. Kashmiri poetry begins in the 14th century with Lalleshwari. Lal Ded used verse to explore moral truths and the yoga philosophy. Lal Ded and Shaivism consider self and others alike and accept sorrow as easily as pleasure. Another mystic Kashmiri poet is Nunda Rishi preached a disciplined life, subduing the senses, breath control, and good actions. Rupa Bhawani also wrote mystic poetry. Topic: Mysticism in literature URL:  http://www.koausa.org/KoshSam/MysticPoetry.html Displaying 1 - 79 out of 79 1 2 3 4  Show All
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