PHILOSOPHY OF BUDDHISM - Educational Perspective
PHILOSOPHY OF BUDDHISM I. HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES OF BUDDHISM Origin · Founded by Gautama Buddha (563–483 BCE) , born as Siddhartha in Lumbini (present-day Nepal). · Attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya at age 35. · Delivered the first sermon ( Dharmachakra Pravartana ) at Sarnath. · Passed away in Kushinagar (Mahāparinirvāṇa). Historical Development 1. Early Buddhism (6th–4th century BCE) o Sangha formation during Buddha's life. o Teachings preserved through oral traditions ( Tripiṭaka ). 2. Council Periods o First Council (Rajagriha) – preservation of teachings. o Second Council (Vaishali) – split into Sthavira & Mahāsanghika. o Third Council (Pataliputra) – expansio...