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Old 07-11-2012, 09:21 PM   #1
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Do you think it is a good thing to introduce my kids to Buddhism or should I wait for me to have a better knowledge of the Buddha's teaching before I bring them into it ? My kids are pretty bright and as far as I know Buddhism, it seems like it's nothing intellectual, it's more like something that talks to your sensibility, and I believe my children could help me understand it even better. I've seen this Thich Nath Hanh book called The Stone Boy and Other Stories and I believe it is just short stories. Maybe I could buy it to my kids, I thought it might be a good way to start. I've made a search on Google and it looks like teenagers are more and more interested in Buddhism http://www.teenbar.net/showthread.ph...ung-for-Buddha
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Old 07-11-2012, 09:29 PM   #2
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Do you think it is a good thing to introduce my kids to Buddhism or should I wait for me to have a better knowledge of the Buddha's teaching before I bring them into it ? My kids are pretty bright and as far as I know Buddhism, it seems like it's nothing intellectual, it's more like something that talks to your sensibility, and I believe my children could help me understand it even better. I've seen this Thich Nath Hanh book called The Stone Boy and Other Stories and I believe it is just short stories. Maybe I could buy it to my kids, I thought it might be a good way to start. I've made a search on Google and it looks like teenagers are more and more interested in Buddhism http://www.teenbar.net/showthread.ph...ung-for-Buddha
Hi Florina,

As this isn't about meditation I've moved the thread from the meditation forum to the beginners forum.

You could always learn about Buddhism together with your kids and I recommend Buddhanet's Buddhist studies learning facility

http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/index.htm

My personal opinion is that I think it would be a good idea for you and your kids to get a general overview of Buddhism and the Buddha's core teaching first, before focusing exclusively on one person's view of them.


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Old 07-12-2012, 01:02 AM   #3
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I was once a teenage Buddhist in the not so distant past. My initial interest in Buddhism developed in my early teens and flourished throughout the latter part. For me, this was an excellent time in life to begin learning about and practicing Buddhism because it was when I began to really think for myself and find my own path.

The teen years are a period of discovery. They hold a lot of potential for personal growth. Exploring Buddhism with your kids sounds like an opportunity for all of you to learn something new. As long as your approach stays away from any form of indoctrination and starts with the basics, sharing Buddhism with your children could be a wonderful experience.

Thich Nhat Hanh's The Stone Boy and Other Stories is a great book for kids and adults alike. It provides a clear glimpse at Vietnamese culture and universal themes like compassion. TNH's style is poetic and appropriate for all ages. Whether you start with this collection of stories or another text, please enjoy it together as a family.

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Old 07-12-2012, 08:48 AM   #4
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Do you think it is a good thing to introduce my kids to Buddhism or should I wait for me to have a better knowledge of the Buddha's teaching before I bring them into it ? My kids are pretty bright and as far as I know Buddhism, it seems like it's nothing intellectual, it's more like something that talks to your sensibility, and I believe my children could help me understand it even better. I've seen this Thich Nath Hanh book called The Stone Boy and Other Stories and I believe it is just short stories. Maybe I could buy it to my kids, I thought it might be a good way to start. I've made a search on Google and it looks like teenagers are more and more interested in Buddhism http://www.teenbar.net/showthread.ph...ung-for-Buddha
I think it will be a great gift for your children to start them into a Buddhist way of life. Gotama Buddha taught us the path to true happiness and deliverance from mental suffering. So go ahead, Florina.

Here is a document that can be of some help:

A Happy Married Life by Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda

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Old 07-12-2012, 05:07 PM   #5
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Hi and thank you for these great answers !
Apologies for posting this in the wrong section. I'm glad to know you agree teenage are a great part of life to start Buddhism. Thank for the links they look very interesting I'll probably have a lot of questions
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Old 07-12-2012, 06:21 PM   #6
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Your're welcome. Looking forward to more of your posts in the future


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Old 07-24-2012, 12:04 AM   #7
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I see no reason why not to introduce them to Buddhism. There is a Buddhist summer camp near me that is quite popular. I think childhood is a great time to introduce simple mindfulness practice. There are some great kid and young adult Buddhist books out there.
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