Siddhartha becomes the Buddha
Who exactly was the Buddha? In this play Sri Chinmoy perfectly encapsulates the life of Lord Buddha. Through this series of short plays he explores episodes in the life of Lord Buddha, recounting his journey from his secluded youth in the royal palace to his spiritual awakening and striving for enlightenment, through the years of his teaching to his dramatic earth departure. He struggles through pain, suffering and temptation until he achieves his goal~illumination. A story as apt today as it was 2500 years ago. Scenes of humour and intensity bring the story of Lord Buddha alive. This play performed by an all female cast reveals every aspect of his nature from the most human to the most divine.
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Stories
First-hand experiences of meditation and spirituality.
'I could find out myself, but it was so much easier asking your soul'
Mridanga Spencer Ipswich, United KingdomThe most beautiful and fulfilling of all possible experiences
Jogyata Dallas Auckland, New ZealandI just knew from the moment I saw him
Ashrita Furman New York, United StatesThe happiest I've ever been
Gabriele Settimi San Diego, United StatesBhutan, A Country Less Travelled...
Ambarish Keenan Dublin, IrelandThe day I saw my Guru for the first time
Natabara Rollosson New York, United StatesNow you are in the boat
Kaushalya Casey Toronto, CanadaA vision at 3 a.m in the morning
Abarita Dänzer Zürich, SwitzerlandThe Ever-Transcending Goal
Preetidutta Thorpe Auckland, New ZealandAkuti: a pioneer-jewel in our Centre
Akuti Eisamann Connecticut, United StatesThe oneness of all paths - personal experiences
Nirbhasa Magee Dublin, IrelandThe Random Dog
Toshala Elliott Auckland, New ZealandSoul-Birds take flight
Jogyata Dallas Auckland, New ZealandSuggested videos
interviews with Sri Chinmoy's students