Early Buddhism was science, not religion

The teachings of Gautama Buddha (Shakyamuni), the founder of Buddhism, were originally not a religion but rather scientific discoveries in the fields of psychology and psychiatry.
In essence, his teachings can be summarized as follows:
"By practicing the meditation of observing pain, one can break free from its negative cycle and attain true happiness."
Modern Buddhism derived from Gautama Buddha's scientific discoveries, gradually taking on a religious form over time.
However, its core doctrines can still be consistently reinterpreted through the lens of modern psychology and psychiatry.
Here, we will explore the true teachings of Gautama Buddha.

Contents

• How to meditate for awakening and enlightenment
• The original meaning of "reaching enlightenment"
• The original meaning of "defilements"
• The original meaning of the "Four Noble Truths"
• The original meaning of the "Noble Eightfold Path"
• The original meaning of "Buddha"
• The original meaning of "Nirvana"
• The original meaning of "impermanence and non-self"
• FAQ