Buddhism.

One of the world’s major religious and philosophical traditions, Buddhism is practiced by more than 500 million people worldwide. Rooted in the teachings of the Buddha, it offers a path for understanding suffering, cultivating wisdom, and living ethically through practices such as meditation, moral discipline, and insight. Over time, Buddhism developed diverse traditions, most commonly grouped as Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana, which share core principles including karma, compassion, and awakening. To learn more, Tricycle offers a free, comprehensive introduction to Buddhism, with accessible overviews of its history, teachings, and practices, along with links for deeper exploration.