Buddhism Podcasts

Feb 27, 2022

Ancient Indians were pioneers in the study of human consciousness. As early as 1000 BCE, they developed several contemplative and mindfulness techniques to study consciousness and understand its powers and potentials. In this podcast, we present a comparative review of consciousness in Buddhism and Hinduism, and how they are similar and dissimilar in their beliefs, practices, and methods of self-purification and liberation.

Feb 26, 2020

An insight into the nature of Dukkha or suffering from the Buddhist perspective, which is helpful to cope with suffering with equanimity and detachment.

Dec 10, 2017

This is a small talk on the meaning and significance of Jhanas in Buddhist spiritual practice. Jhana is the Pali equivalent of the Sanskrit word Dhyana, which means meditation. In Buddhism, Jhana refers to both meditation and the state of meditative absorption. Four such Jhanas were identified by the Buddha, each having distinct qualities.

Nov 5, 2017

Buddhism is an unconventional religion. Many people are not conversant with its true nature. In this audio presentation the author discusses whether Buddhism can truly be considered a spiritual religion or a materialistic one.

Jan 7, 2014

Readings from the Dhammapada, 1st Chapter, Translation by Max Muller, read by Jayaram V.

Dec 30, 2013

An excerpt from the book the Gospel of the Buddha by Paul Carus. You may find the entire text at Hinduwebsite.com in the Sacred Scriptures Archives.

Jan 9, 2013

What is Nirvana? To understand what Nirvana is or what Nirvana means, you should have some knowledge of eastern religions or philosophies, especially Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism), Buddha Dharma (Buddhism), and Jain Dharma (Jainism). This word is used commonly in all three religions.

Jun 30, 2015

You are a bubble in the ocean of existence. That bubble is your individuality. It creates the veil of separation between you and the rest of the world as subject and object. When you remove the veil and burst the bubble you become the One seer who sees all with a thousand eyes and with hands and feet everywhere.

Sep 13, 2013

Know the power of healing compassion and how it can transform you and others. Compassion is the most sublime and powerful emotion. With compassion you not only heal others but also heal yourself.