What is Buddhism?

 

***Buddhism is a religion that originated in northern India over 2500 years ago. From there it spread into China, Japan and to Tibet. Today it is practiced throughout the world, attracting over 350 million followers. Like other religions, it has its own special teachings and practices but, unlike other religions, does not believe in God. Consequently, it is sometimes referred to as an atheistic religion. It does, however, like all religions, have the idea of 'transcendence' - of 'going beyond' ordinary consciousness - central to its teaching.