1. Where Did Buddhism Start? The Buddhist ideology was founded by Siddhartha Gautama in India in around the 5th or 6th century BC. As beliefs spread from India, different cultures and countries interpreted ideas differently, sometimes weaving...

Karma is generally associated with Buddhism. Eight commonly asked questions are explained to show the connection between Buddhism and karma. 1. Where Does Karma Come From? The concept of karma has been around for a long time....

1. What is Reincarnation? The principle of reincarnation is where the soul of a person, or creature, transfers, or transmigrates, to another body after death. This does not need to be instantly; souls may wait many years...

1. What is a Zen Master? The term Zen Master may relate to somebody following a particular spiritual path, learning from a leader, and seeking enlightenment. It may mean somebody who subscribes to a certain branch of...

1. Origins of Buddhism Buddhism spread from India where each culture translated it and in many cases wove it into existing belief systems and created ceremonies according to their needs and expectations. 2. Origins of Zen Zen...

1. Origins of Karma A belief in Karma existed in India before Buddha. However, it was Buddha who explained the concept in detail, and hence it has a pivotal role in the Buddhist faith. 2. Karma is...