Buddha and Buddhism The founder of Buddhism in this world was
Buddha Shakyamuni who lived and taught in India some 2,500 years
ago. Since then millions of people around the world have
followed the pure spiritual path he revealed. Buddha explained
that all our problems and suffering arise from confused and
negative states of mind, and all our happiness and good fortune
arise from peaceful and positive states of mind. Lasting peace
and happiness He taught methods for gradually overcoming minds
such as anger, jealousy and ignorance, and developing positive
minds such as love, compassion and wisdom. Through this we will
come to experience lasting peace and happiness. These methods
work for anyone, in any country, of any age. Once we have gained
experience of them ourselves we can pass them on to others so
they can enjoy the same benefits. The Buddhist way of life –
peace, loving kindness and wisdom – is just as relevant today as
it was when Buddha appeared in ancient India. Kadampa Buddhism
is a Mahayana Buddhist