Decline of Buddhism

The causes behind decline of Buddhism in India

Spread of Buddhism

Basing His teachings on these two declarations, Buddha went about preaching His message. Buddha’s message spread to many countries like Tibet, China, Ceylon, Burma, Thailand and Japan. In course of time schisms developed which led to the decline of Buddhism.

– “Purity – The Path to Liberation”, Sathya Sai Speaks, Volume 30, May 15, 1997, Brindavan

Because Buddha’s teachings were not properly propagated, Buddhism steadily declined in this country. All religions suffer a decline because those who profess them do not practice them in their daily lives. People should practice what they profess. People should live up to the truths in which they believe. People do not act upon the truths they have learnt.

– “The Essence of Buddha’s Teachings”, Sathya Sai Speaks, Volume 31, May 11, 1998, Brindavan
– “Control Your Senses”, Sathya Sai Speaks, Volume 32 Part 01, May 30, 1999, Brindavan

[Adapted from: https://sathyasaiwithstudents.blogspot.com/2018/04/sri-sathya-sai-on-buddha-buddhism-and.html]
[Source: Sai Vani: Avatar and Avatar Purushas]