An insightful talk about the portraits of animals on the stupa at Kanaganahalli in Karnataka.
Indians 3, The Mauryans and Megasthenes
The third in a series of films recounting Indian civilisations looks at the Mauryan period.
Ajahn Punnadhammo, 05 Points of Controversy
An overview of the debates that were taking place in the early centuries of the Buddhist teachings.
Ajahn Punnadhammo, 04 King Asoka and the 3rd Buddhist Council
Ajahn discusses King Asoka’s rise to power, and holding of the 3rd council, before sending out missionaries to the outlying countries.
Great Minds 12, Kautilya and Ashoka
A look at the teachings of two of the great thinkers in the early period of Indian history, including the Buddhist King Ashoka.
The Background to the Buddha’s Teaching
An illustrated talk on the geographical, social, political and religious background to the Buddha’s teaching.
Towards a Sustainable Lumbini
This is a short UNESCO film about the birthplace of Lord Buddha, and the efforts being made to conserve and develop the area.
David Eckel: Buddhism 9-10 of 24
The ninth and tenth lectures by Prof David Eckel on the history of Buddhism look at the two main schools of Buddhism, Theravada and Mahayana.
David Eckel: Buddhism 7-8 of 24
The seventh and eighth lectures by Prof David Eckel on the history of Buddhism look at the Buddhist monastic community and Buddhist art and architecture.
Cosmopolitan India In Ancient and Medieval Times
A look at the cosmopolitan world of India and the many cultures and civilisations that have flourished there in a spirit of tolerance and beneficial interaction.