Buddhism

Michael Goldfarb learns about the real lives of Buddha, Confucius, Thales and Pythagoras.

Wirathu, the Buddhist monk leading the anti-Muslim campaign of Myanmar

Ernie Rea and his guests debate whether violence is permitted within Buddhism.

Clare Melford explains what she believes business leaders can learn from Buddhism.

Ernie Rea and guests discuss the development of Buddhism in the West.

A look at how people in Australia are employing Buddhist ethics and practices in their workplaces to make work more satisfying.

Writer Jake Wallis Simons explains why he decided to abandon Buddhism.

Chaplain Thomas Dyer converted to Buddhism, and became first Buddhist chaplain in the American military.

Singer Sandie Shaw joins Kirsty Young to choose her Desert Island Discs.

There are thousands of Buddhist temples in Japan and most have huge bronze bells, bonshou, which are cherished and revered.

This week's Heart and Soul captures the physical and symbolic power of bonshu - the huge, bronze Buddhist temple bells in Japan.

Mark Tully talks to the Dalai Lama about tensions between his spiritual primacy and his political role.

The government policy of 'maximising gross national happiness' in Bhutan

Thich Nhat Hanh, renowned Buddhist monk and teacher, on his first return visit to Vietnam

The ritual chants and dances of Tibetan Buddhist monks

Bridges, pool and lanterns decorate this peaceful spot in Nottinghamshire

A Muslim, a Buddhist and a Humanist discuss belief and how it informs their lives

A look at the spread of Buddhist to the West

An exploration of the life, death, and teachings of Buddha

"All knowledge comes from God": a Muslim school opens in the LA suburbs