Welcome! Generally speaking, anyone can become a Buddhist if they want to. I don't know about all the customs/laws in each country, but I'm just speaking generally. Typically one takes refuge along with a teacher (at a Temple), but Western Buddhists don't always have that opportunity and can take online. You might also want to explore if there is a Buddhist temple somewhere that you connect with that has an online presence. They may be able to give you the Triple Gem over an internet video meeting such as Zoom!
I have heard about Maitreya who will appear during the end of Kali Yug. Can you try making a video about Maitreya for a better explanation. And I have also heard that it will be the same god referred to as Kalki in Hinduism.
I have an entire video on that! Here it is: ruclips.net/video/rx9uswNwntk/видео.html This video is just the ability to take refuge virtually with a Buddhist monk.
It’s enforced more in certain traditions, but there are others where it is not emphasized as much (or as needed). If you have temples nearby, that’s a great way (and traditional way) to start and find a teacher. There are also temples who are having a lot of services and classes online which makes connecting even easier nowadays. I’d be glad to include some links if interested, but you might also find others you’d be interested in. In short, you can begin where you are. Learn form monastics in any way you can which is easier nowadays thanks to their books, videos, livestreams, social media, and more.
@@AlanPeto thank you! I will soon moving to Perth and I will visits the Temples that the city has. Thank you for your teachings and Podcasts they are very enjoyable
I love this context on top of the other videos of this channel. Thanks a lot.🙏🏻
Apprecaite that!
Thank you Alan
Wow amazing timing! Thank you!
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Just wanted to say how much I’ve enjoyed your podcast, it’s helped me to get a better understanding of Buddhism and how to incorporate into my life ❤
Thank you!
Hello,I am a Turkish Buddhist. There is no sangha in my country. Can I become a Buddhist by doing these? and how can i get my new name? thanks for all
Welcome! Generally speaking, anyone can become a Buddhist if they want to. I don't know about all the customs/laws in each country, but I'm just speaking generally. Typically one takes refuge along with a teacher (at a Temple), but Western Buddhists don't always have that opportunity and can take online. You might also want to explore if there is a Buddhist temple somewhere that you connect with that has an online presence. They may be able to give you the Triple Gem over an internet video meeting such as Zoom!
I have heard about Maitreya who will appear during the end of Kali Yug. Can you try making a video about Maitreya for a better explanation. And I have also heard that it will be the same god referred to as Kalki in Hinduism.
A video on Maitreya sounds like a great idea! In the meantime, here’s my article: alanpeto.com/buddhism/back-to-the-future-buddha/
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I was hoping you explain what the refuge was actually saying and what it was
I have an entire video on that! Here it is: ruclips.net/video/rx9uswNwntk/видео.html
This video is just the ability to take refuge virtually with a Buddhist monk.
Thank you!
I am interesting in Buddhism but I don't have a teacher. I know that Buddhism enforced that and I don't know how and where to find a teacher.
It’s enforced more in certain traditions, but there are others where it is not emphasized as much (or as needed). If you have temples nearby, that’s a great way (and traditional way) to start and find a teacher. There are also temples who are having a lot of services and classes online which makes connecting even easier nowadays. I’d be glad to include some links if interested, but you might also find others you’d be interested in. In short, you can begin where you are. Learn form monastics in any way you can which is easier nowadays thanks to their books, videos, livestreams, social media, and more.
@@AlanPeto thank you! I will soon moving to Perth and I will visits the Temples that the city has. Thank you for your teachings and Podcasts they are very enjoyable
@tomasdiaz4892 I just found out my local temple has livestreams like 2-3 times a week, they're like 40 minutes from me but I don't have a car rn