The Buddha's teachings offer a path to inner peace from "summary" of The Buddha from Babylon by Harvey Kraft
The Buddha's teachings provide a roadmap for individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of the human experience in order to attain a state of inner peace. Through the practice of mindfulness and meditation, one can learn to quiet the mind, focus on the present moment, and cultivate a sense of inner calm. By letting go of attachments to material possessions and desires, individuals can free themselves from the cycle of suffering and find contentment in the simple joys of life. Central to the Buddha's teachings is the concept of impermanence - the idea that all things in life are constantly changing and that attachment to these transient phenomen...
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