The Stoic Buddha

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The Stoic Buddha

Di Silas Day

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Cosa imparerai

Embark on a captivating journey to explore the fascinating similarities and differences between Stoicism and Buddhism, two of history's most transformative philosophies. This comprehensive course offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fundamental teachings, key principles, and timeless wisdom of both schools of thought, while examining their relevance in today's fast-paced world. Throughout this enlightening course, you'll discover the profound insights these ancient philosophies have to offer, from cultivating inner peace and resilience, to embracing mindfulness and understanding the nature of suffering. By comparing and contrasting their approaches to life, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the complementary aspects of these two worldviews and how they can be effectively integrated into your daily life.

Silas Day

Bentonville, AR, USA

Silas Day is an up and coming voice in the emerging discussion between the 2,500 year old tradition of Buddhism, Stoicism, and modern day life. Silas has been engaged in the obsessive study and practice of Buddhism and meditation for the past twelve years and has been teaching for the past six. Silas has practiced not only with a single type or...

Lezione 1

Introduction: Different Flowers In The Same Garden

In this first lesson we approach the topics equally. Reminding ourselves that this course is an introduction to the similarities and differences that these traditions hold. That while they may be in the same garden, they are entirely different flowers.

Lezione 2

Virtue & Ethics: A Common Foundation

In this lesson we will discuss how both Buddhism and Stoicism use the ideas of Virtue and ethics as the foundation to their way of understanding life and living a good life, but also go into how they differ slightly in their approach and perspective.

Lezione 3

Impermanence & Non-Attachment: A Shared View

In this lesson we will approach the ideas of Impermanence and Non-attachment. Each of these hold a key place in both Buddhism and Stoicism, however one takes it much further and in a different way than the other. This does not mean one is lesser than the other, but that it is simply a matter of place and perspective.

Lezione 4

Self Control & Mindfulness: The Path itself

In this lesson we approach two topics which are well trodden in both Stoicism and Buddhism as well as many other of the worlds traditions. We touch lightly on both of these topics as they both go ever deeper, but in this lesson we see how they approach them from separate viewpoints.

Lezione 5

The Present Moment: Touching & Interacting With Here and Now

In this lesson we approach the idea of the Present moment through three different perspectives of presence. That of the Therapeutic, The Joyful, and the Mindful aspects of this present moment and the way in which both Buddhism and Stoicism work within those realms.

Lezione 6

Closing Thoughts & Considerations

In this lesson Silas shares his closing thoughts on this introductory course to the similarities and differences of Buddhism and Stoicism. touching back on each topic mentioned.

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Juan

November 8, 2025

Always great way to put quiet complex concepts down to earth.

Lisa

January 15, 2025

I enjoyed this comparison and the readings. I often listened to a lesson twice before moving on. Thank you.

Kimberly

August 4, 2023

I enjoyed your insight and both compliment each other in an enlightened life.

Donna

July 25, 2023

Insightful and informative course! Silas Day’s comparison of Buddhism and Stoicism traces a map of the efforts humans can make to take responsibility for living a good life.

Bryan

June 26, 2023

Thank you Silas for such a detailed summary of these comparative philosophies. I was able to glean a great deal of new information 🙏

Nada

May 13, 2023

Thank you I do like your courses keep the good work 👏👏🍀🧘🏻‍♀️🙏🏻

Colette

April 24, 2023

Thank you for a very informative introduction to these two topics. I throughly enjoyed and learned from it. I appreciate the time and study you have made to create this course.

Anne

April 23, 2023

A good overview of both schools and I enjoyed seeing how closely related the two traditions are. Another really good course.

Markus

April 23, 2023

Great comparison. Very insightful. Thanks Silas!

Karen

April 18, 2023

Wow, Silas! When I did one of your other courses on Stoics a few weeks ago, I wondered if the timeline of the Historical Buddha and the first stoics could be related, since they have so many teachings in common... and here you come up with a course that answers my questions! Thank you so much!

Tami-LadySunShine

April 18, 2023

Thank you Silas! Your courses are blessings to all. I appreciate you, your wisdom and kindness. Smile & Shine Always!

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