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History

The Buddha
The history of Buddhism is the story of one man's spiritual journey to Enlightenment, and of the teachings and ways of living that developed from it.
History of Buddhism in Britain
A look at how Buddhism has spread in Britain and its unique British shape
Buddhism and slavery
Buddhist teachings don't forbid slavery, but the eightfold path says that engaging in trade in living beings is not a right form of livelihood. Despite this, slavery was part of some Buddhist cultures.

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