http://www.pbs.org/thebuddha/This documentary for PBS by award-winning filmmaker David Grubin and narrated by Richard Gere, tells the story of the Buddha’s life, a journey especially relevant to our own bewildering times of violent change and spiritual confusion. It features the work of some of the world’s greatest artists and sculptors, who across two millennia, have depicted the Buddha’s life in art rich in beauty and complexity. Hear insights into the ancient narrative by contemporary Buddhists, including Pulitzer Prize winning poet W.S. Merwin and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Join the conversation and learn more about meditation, the history of Buddhism, and how to incorporate the Buddha’s teachings on compassion and mindfulness into daily life.
“The Buddha himself remains a mysterious, exotic figure …The Buddha never claimed to be God, or his emissary on earth. He said only that in a world of unavoidable pain and suffering, he had found a serenity which others could find too. In our own bewildering times of violent change and spiritual confusion, the Buddha’s teachings have particular relevance.” Quote from filmmaker David Grubin ~
Thank you so much, Divine Earth/Johannes, for sharing this amazing film with all ~ The wisdom I personally have found in the teachings of Buddha have been profoundly felt in my life-journey ~ Touched by this divine moment with bliss ~ Coralina ~