"Don't try to use what you learn from Buddhism
to be a Buddhist;
My own background lies mainly in the Tibetan tradition, but I have tried to keep the information in these pages non-sectarian. Are you new to Buddhism? Then
do have a look at the 'Where
to Begin' page, and after that, it may be best to focus on the
pages in the sections the Three Jewels,
Philosophy, Problematic Emotions,
Practice and Meditation on the left. These are
set up like a 'What is Buddhism' course. In the beginning, it may
be better to avoid clicking on too many links; these are mainly
intended to lead to a deeper level of study materials once you are
a bit familiar with the basics. However, to really learn Buddhist meditation, there
is no substitute to visit a center or group where people give guided
meditations and explanations in person. This site does not sell anything apart from Buddhist teachings, and they are free! A very limited number of commercial links are added to pay for the costs of maintaining this site. None of the text on these pages is copyrighted (except where explicitly noted or quoted) and you are free to use it, the teachings are there for everyone. If you use a text, a link back to this website is much appreciated. This website keeps growing 'organically': every now and then there may be an extra page, but usually new bits and pieces are added to pages when for example I come across quotations or links which may be as interesting for you as they are for me. Per September 2006, I'm happy to host a number
of Polish prayers
and commentaries on this site. May whoever sees, hears, talks, or even thinks
about this website, Rudy Harderwijk
The less we know, the longer the explanation. See also this page on the recent Riots in Tibet
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