2,500 Years Old — Is This the PUREST Form of Buddhism?

Theravada Buddhism claims to preserve the Buddha's original teaching... unchanged for 2,500 years. But is it really the closest thing to early Buddhism, or just one interpretation among many? In this video, we explore the oldest complete Buddhist tradition, the Pali Canon texts that form its foundation, and the controversial claim that sparked 2,000 years of debate between Buddhist schools. If you're searching for the origins of Buddhism, the Buddha’s actual teachings, and how Theravāda compares to other schools, this is where the investigation begins. 📿 DISCOVER: Why Theravada calls itself the "School of the Elders" and what they preserved that other traditions didn't The dramatic story of how Buddhist monks saved the Pali Canon during a devastating famine in Sri Lanka Why Mahāyāna texts appeared centuries later... and what that means What the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path actually require (hint: it's far more demanding than modern mindfulness) Why modern mindfulness may be far from what the Buddha actually taught Why scholars studying early Buddhism always start with Theravada, even if they don't practice it 📿 Soon MAHAYANA Buddhism... the school that said Theravada missed the point. They claim the Buddha taught something bigger, bolder, and more compassionate. Subscribe and join us as we break down each school, one by one.