cover of episode 11 - Hungry Ghosts in Buddhism

11 - Hungry Ghosts in Buddhism

2021/10/28
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With Halloween approaching, let's talk about our version of "ghosts" in Buddhism called "hungry ghosts".  These are beings in one of the realms of rebirth where they are constantly craving, and can't be satisfied.  Instead of fearing these ghosts, Buddhists practice compassion towards them through many festivals and ceremonies hoping they can hear and find the Buddha's teachings towards liberation.