About this episode

This episode discusses the twelve links of dependent origination, a fundamental concept in Buddhism that explains the cycle of existence and liberation.

What did the Buddha become "awakened" to? It was the twelve links of dependent origination! This is one of the most important concepts and teachings in Buddhism because all our Buddhist traditions and practices arise from it (and to liberating ourselves from it). Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OCNnti-NAQ Podcast Homepage: alanpeto.com/podcast Podcast Disclaimer: alanpeto.com/legal/podcast-disclaimer

People in this episode

Host: Alan Peto

Topics covered

• dependent origination
• Buddhism
• Buddha's teachings
• spiritual awakening
• Buddhist practices

Keywords

• dependent origination
• Buddhism
• Buddha
• awakening
• Buddhist teachings
• spirituality
• liberation

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Twelve Links of Dependent Origination

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