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Middle Way

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Ancient Buddhist wheel symbol at Deer Park Sarnath, depicting the setting of the Buddha's first sermon
Scriptures

The First Sermon: The Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta Explained

The Buddha's first teaching at Deer Park — the Four Noble Truths, the Middle Way, and the discourse that set the Wheel of Dhamma in motion.

Aug 01, 2026
A balanced stone cairn on a quiet riverbank, symbolizing the Middle Way between extremes in Buddhist practice
Buddhist Studies

The Middle Way in Buddhism: Walking Between Extremes

The Middle Way is the Buddha's rejection of extremes — neither self-indulgence nor self-torture. Learn what it means and how it guides Buddhist practice today.

Jul 28, 2026