Discovering Buddhism: 13 Part Series Teaches You The Noble Path

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Watch the introduction to a Buddhist video series, featuring Richard Gere and Keanu Reeves.

Buddhism remains exotic for some, misunderstood by many. But the truth of the ideas discovered by the first Buddha 2500 years ago remain unmatched in their power to transform.

My own introduction to Buddhism came in the form of rubbing a pocket-sized Buddha’s belly before our high school basketball game. But since then, it took a chance encounter with a book to introduce me to the dhamma (teachings).

Recently, while browsing for SNL’s Motherlover educational video clips, I came across an entire series offering an excellent primer on Buddhism. And best of all… the online version is free.

Watch the entire 13 part series here.

Have you found any other great Buddhism resources online? Share in the comments!

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Matador ID: ianmack

Ian MacKenzie is the founder and editor of Brave New Traveler. He is currently editing the One Week Job documentary. Aside from writing, he spends his time exploring the fundamental nature of existence and wishing he did more backpacking.

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  • Hal replied on May 27, 2009

    Really? Keanu?

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  • Ian MacKenzie replied on May 27, 2009

    You have to admit, Keanu is a really relaxed guy. No matter what role he’s playing… must be the Buddhism!

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  • Jonathan Lockwood replied on May 28, 2009

    Yep, Keanu Reeves, Richard Gere, Goldie Hawn, George Lucas, Jennifer Lopez, Uma Thurman…lots of famous people are purported Buddhists. Enjoyed the video. The fact that Buddhism keeps entering (and resonating with) my consciousness tells me I should look more deeply into it. Thanks for the video–and the link.

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  • Adventurous Wench travel store replied on May 31, 2009

    You’re right Jonathan, they’re all Buddhists including my favorites — Sting, Jet Li and Tiger Woods. Good luck on your path to Enlightenment.

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  • Marica replied on June 1, 2009

    Very interesting article. Thanks for the video links too … I’m Catholic but Buddhism has always fascinated me.

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  • GG replied on June 2, 2009

    Thanks Ian, I’ve subscibed and will hopefully watch them when I have time!

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  • Pat the Digital Vagabond replied on June 29, 2009

    Ian, Thanks for turning me on to this wonderful series. Lately all roads seem to keep taking me back to myself and the journey within.

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