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The Stoic Buddha
With Silas Day
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.
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6 Days
1.4k students
4.8 stars
8 min / day
Resilience
English
4.8 (109)
Recent Reviews
Juan
November 8, 2025
Always great way to put quiet complex concepts down to earth.
Oliver
June 13, 2025
Very comprehensive comparison between both philosophies. Thank you so much!
Lisa
January 15, 2025
I enjoyed this comparison and the readings. I often listened to a lesson twice before moving on. Thank you.
Mark
November 26, 2024
Provided a great introduction to the two great schools of thought by comparing and contrasting them.
Eric
November 23, 2024
Great lecture on both schools of thought. It's fascinating to study both and see how they are very similar in doctrine, but vastly different in approach. Thank you
LANI
May 30, 2024
Excellent course many thanks
Louise
January 20, 2024
Great course! Silas has a gift to eloquently synthethise and compare those 2 important schools of thought. Thank you!
joanne
January 2, 2024
Very informative. Silas Day was able to break it down so that I was able to understand the differences as well as similarities.
Mark
October 1, 2023
Very informative, 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.
Kimberly
July 9, 2023
Thanks
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 🙏
Jennifer
May 28, 2023
It’s a easy way to understand
Nada
May 13, 2023
Thank you I do like your courses keep the good work 👏👏🍀🧘🏻♀️🙏🏻
Kate
May 1, 2023
Excellent concise introduction!
Julie
April 25, 2023
I am a novice in understanding both traditions. Your lecture encourages me to learn more about both philosophies.
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.
Joy
April 23, 2023
🙏🙏💕
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.
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