The History of Buddhism and Hinduism in Asia
Describes the development of Hinduism, and its descendant Buddhism, from their roots in the Indian subcontinent, and their spread across Asia. Traces the myriad variants of Buddhism now practiced in Asia and beyond.
Life of the Buddha
A short biography of Prince Siddhatha Gotama, who became the Buddha.
A short biography of Prince Siddhatha Gotama, who became the Buddha.
Buddhas and Bodhisattvas on the Silk Road
Provides a brief historical overview and wonderful images of the Buddha and his bodhisattvas from all along the Silk Road, as the Buddhist faith radiated from its center on the India/Nepal border.
Provides a brief historical overview and wonderful images of the Buddha and his bodhisattvas from all along the Silk Road, as the Buddhist faith radiated from its center on the India/Nepal border.
BBC's History of Hinduism
A history of the development of Hinduism, with links to Hindu beliefs, deities, holy days, etc.
A history of the development of Hinduism, with links to Hindu beliefs, deities, holy days, etc.
Popular Gods and Goddesses of Hinduism
Describes some of the most popular of the Hindu deities, including Shiva, Parvati, and Ganesh.
Describes some of the most popular of the Hindu deities, including Shiva, Parvati, and Ganesh.
Versions of Hindu History
Compares the European outsiders' view and the indigenous Indian view of Hindu history.
Compares the European outsiders' view and the indigenous Indian view of Hindu history.