The Life of Buddha DVD
The Life of Buddha is a special dramatic presentation, inspired by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and his teachings, that visually captures the essence of Buddha Shakyamuni's life. Based on the twelve principal deeds of Buddha, it reveals in a clear and moving way the essential characteristics of a spiritual life.
By watching this play again and again, we can discover the deeper levels of the spiritual message of Buddha's life. This play will be a source of constant encouragement and inspiration in our lives. Through it we can encourage ourself to take the real meaning of our human life, and learn how we accomplish this meaning by attaining the supreme happiness of enlightenment.
Available in PAL* or NTSC** format:
*PAL: suitable for Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Australia and parts of South America
**NTSC: suitable for USA, Canada and parts of South America
The Life of Buddha is a special dramatic presentation, inspired by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and his teachings, that visually captures the essence of Buddha Shakyamuni's life. Based on the twelve principal deeds of Buddha, it reveals in a clear and moving way the essential characteristics of a spiritual life.
A source of constant encouragement and inspiration in our lives
By watching this play again and again we can:- Discover the deeper levels of the spiritual message of Buddha's life.
- Be inspired and encouraged to take the real meaning of our human life.
- Learn how we accomplish this meaning by attaining the supreme happiness of enlightenment.
The Venue and Occasion for the Play - The NKT-IKBU International Summer Festival at the Kadampa Temple for World Peace
Every year the New Kadampa Tradition organizes Dharma Festivals and Celebrations in many countries throughout the world, including the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union International Spring and Summer Festivals in England and the NKT-IKBU Fall Festival held at various international locations.
At these Festivals people gather from around the world; the many languages and accents spoken during the play reflect the different nationalities of people attending the Festivals. Drawn by a common wish to deepen their understanding of Buddha’s teachings, at these Festivals they receive special teachings and empowerments, and enjoy a spiritual holiday.
The Life of Buddha was filmed in the Temple for World Peace at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, England, from plays performed and produced by dedicated volunteers during the NKT-IKBU Summer Festivals between 2006 and 2012.
Special footage of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche included on this DVD
At the end of the live performance of the play in 2009, Venerable Geshe-la gave a talk in which he set out clearly the spiritual significance of the play and gave encouragement and advice on how to enter and make progress on the spiritual path. This footage is included as a 15 minute track at the end of the DVD.
This is a holy, spiritual play. Every part of this play shows great meaning. It is not an ordinary play
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
| Subtitle | The Twelve Deeds of Buddha Shakyamuni |
|---|---|
| ISBN/SKU: | GRP-DVD-LOB |