In Theravada Buddhism the motivation for this compassion is the desire to produce good karma and to express one’s identity with all that lives (Thittila, op. cit., pp. 94–96).

When Anawrahta made Theravada Buddhism the national religion ... But the people found it difficult to discard at once old beliefs and old practices, and resorted to stratagem.

In Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand and Cambodia, with Theravada Buddhism in their cultures, Naga is considered an auspicious creature, one that brings protection and blessings ...

Buddhist practices enable Buddhist communities around the world to grow in understanding, commitment and compassion on their spiritual journey. Buddhist devotional practices include chanting, puja ...

Parents should also ensure that children are taught Buddhist beliefs and practices. The Buddhist ... Here is one example from the Theravada tradition: The bride and the groom visit the temple ...

It was built a decade ago under the leadership of a Sri Lankan monk ordained in Theravada, one of the oldest forms of Buddhism ... t be able to go in for open practice," he said.