45 Vassas - Unpacking Theravada Buddhism Teachings

Groups from Ones to Tens (DN34)

Sāriputta outlines ten categories of teachings, ranging from single concepts to groups of ten. This is the final episode in our first season.

Reciting Together (DN33)

Sāriputta encourages the monks to recite the teachings in concert to ensure the longevity of the spiritual path.

The Protection Sutta (DN32)

The Four Great Kings recites the Āṭānāṭiya Protection for the Buddha's followers.

A Layperson's Guide to Conduct (DN31)

The Buddha offers ethical guidelines for lay followers.

The Marks of a Great Man (DN30)

This is more of a mythology episode. we will publish another one later today.

Enduring Path to Liberation (DN29)

What happens to the teachings if the teacher themselves are not enlightened? Why is the Buddha's teaching complete and enduring?

Sariputta's Unwavering Confidence in Dhamma (DN28)

How much confidence did Sariputta have in the teacher and the teachings?

On Human Origins (DN27)

It's another mythology episode again. We will release another episode later today.

On Decline of Humanity (DN26)

This is another mythology episode. We will release another later today.

On Extreme Ascetism (DN25)

Will some extreme practices like self-mortifying lead to purification and liberation?

On Supernatural Power and Metaphysics (DN24)

Why did one abandon Buddhism and how did the Buddha respond to his inquiries?

On Nihilism (DN23)

What did the Venerable Kassapa say when he met a nihilist?

The Four Foundations of Mindfulness (DN22)

This is one of the most important suttas in Nikaya. We recommend reading the full text. You can find English versions on Sutta Central, Access to Insight, Dhamma Talks, e

A Discourse to Gods (DN21)

Sakka the lord of gods is looking for answers to suffering, desire, and the path to liberation. The Buddha gave a full discourse to him.

The Gathering of Deities (DN20)

This is a cosmology/mythology episode. We will have another episode released later today.

On the Distinction Between Spiritual Paths (DN19)

There was a great Steward, who renounced his worldly life and pursuit spiritual path and achieved heavenly rebirth. What is the difference between the great Steward's pa

On Rebirths (DN18)

Where did the devotees and kings go in the samsara?

On Impermanence (DN17)

There was a king named Mahāsudassana who's wealthy, powerful and elegant. But could he find peace in those things?

The Passing of the Buddha (DN16)

In this episode we will learn about the last days of the Buddha. Forty five years. He walked the land, taught the Dhamma and it's time for his final liberation.

On Causation (DN15)

Ānanda thought the Dependent Origination is quite easy to understand. Is it?