History of Buddhism (ASMR Bedtime Story)

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Timestamps: You can also listen to my stories on streaming platforms: ffm.to/thefrenchwhisperer Patrons can download videos in HD, or audio only, and watch/listen offline. www.patreon.com/thefrenchwhisperer 0:00 Welcome 02:43 Migrations, Societies and Faith in Ancient India 21:35 Siddartha Gautama 41:12 Buddhism out of India 46:49 Theravada, Mahayana, Tantric Buddhism, Zen... 1:00:55 Is Buddhism a Religion? 1:09:15 River Sounds, No Talking Slumber App free trial (30 days): slumber.fm/fw (this is a paid promotion). If you cannot access the extended free trial (if the app offers only the standard 7 days), try closing the app after installation and clicking this link again.

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I practice meditation and have studied Buddhism as a lay person. I'm so happy you've decided to do this. I can't emphasis enough to everyone how much the Buddha actually uncovered about the human condition. Its not armchair philosophy, it actually is an applicable practice the Buddha discovered himself by choosing to find out what reality was directly via meditation and the cessation of the ego. His discovery of "no-self" has changed how I view the world for good. The fact that there is no solid or discernable "I / ego / self" within us, the fact what we consider to be "the self" is always changing and morphing, the fact that, when we look hard enough, that there is nothing worth clinging to in life - no external pleasure will last forever and we will forever be chasing more external pleasures to replace that desire we have for more and more - has made such an impact on me. One day I would like to stay in a monastery in Thailand or perhaps Nepal to try and at least attempt the path to nirvana. Please have a look at the book 'The Mind Illuminated' as a good guide. The author intertwines neuroscience and Buddhism as a guide to how one may reach true peace.

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Thanks for that book recommendation. I'm going to buy it!

[@13crystalsister]

Great comment & basic summary of Buddhism. Thank you.

[@eliza317]

The most powerful concept I’ve come across in Buddhism is that of not self or anatta. Thank you for mentioning it here so others may discover it too.

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As a Buddhist i was so happy to see that someone had taken the time out of their life to give attention to something i see as important. A lot of people in my life make fun of me for my choice in religion, they say i'm weird or they just simply laugh. So in consideration of that idea i want to say thank you for making this video😊

[@blochhead6793]

I’m sorry to hear that people criticize you for your choice of religion. 😢 Spiritual practice is a deeply personal matter and it’s really none of their business, so try not to listen to them. I truly hope you are having a wonderful day and I wish you all the best🙏🏼

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@@blochhead6793 Thank you, i hope you have a wonderful day as well. I wish you good fortune

[@richardmartin8998]

As a Christian, I am thankful for the Buddhists in our world. They are people of deep faith, compassion and generosity, something that is commanded of Christians and attirbutes that are needed far more of in our society. I hope you realise that you are valued, and I wish you wellness and peace.

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@@richardmartin8998 Thank you for your kind words. It takes a great respect to honor one of a different faith and say it out loud. I wish you the best in health,wealth, and luck. May you be protected my friend ^^

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That’s a great goal dude, mad respect for taking on such a big read and following through :)

[@dont_be_a_marder]

Amazing. Over 2500 years ago, one man alone had all the answers. One guy, born a prince, and especially for his time period! He somehow realized the one true path to end suffering. He knew. And it's so simple! Number one, of the most importance- Do not harm or kill any sentient being. If it feels pain, it deserves mercy. Unconditional love and understanding, compassion and empathy for all beings capable of suffering. No sexual misconduct. Rightful thought and rightful speech. Never say anything that might cause harm. Allow unsettling thoughts to go in and right out. Live only in the present. I just wish more people would have caught on by now! The world could essentially be a utopia if we just let it be.

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Him: This is the right time to relax Me watching this 10 minutes before work: Absolutely

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Hey work can be scary. It can't hurt to calm yourself a bit beforehand.

[@CrimBlack]

I am so happy you recorded this. It must have taken a lot of time to research! This is a part of history I am so deeply interested in (especially the spread of Buddhism to China and the rest of the east), and I wish it wouldn't put me to sleep... :)

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@@soltantio I manage to fall into unconsciousness in minutes and never manage to absorb all of the well presented content. Makes it great medium to revisit again and again though

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The past few nights I've been struggling to find some sort of video on Buddhism I can fall asleep to. This is perfect.

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Experience God's frequency :) I always support you

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Unlike many ASMRtists, your voice is so relaxing. Most of them think, they would make ASMR videos just by whispering or tapping the things around themselves XD You are so calming and you always teach me something. You don't steal my time, you are such a good man. Thanks for all your videos ❤

[@poetryjones7946]

As a Buddhist, I’m thrilled beyond words with this video, thanks so much 🙏🏼🌹

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Female Buddhist LOL literally just ignorant to your own religion 💀💀😂😂

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I'm a Buddhist as well and I'm so excited for this video....

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I would love a video about Shinto as well! Great work as always

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This is so needed right now! My baby is going through a sleep regression right now, so I’m struggling to get off to sleep in anticipation of her waking. the only way I get to sleep is listening to your videos at the moment! So grateful for a new one😁 thank you!

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Does she enjoy the audio?

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This is 11 months late but I just had a baby and when does this happen???

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FW, you've outdone yourself in this inclusive study of such a diverse religion. You've covered it beautifully and without 'nonsense'... thank you again..

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The world has become so crazed, I wish things were more peaceful and ppl were more calm and caring

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There cannot be a better combination for a relaxing evening. Thank you, sir!

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[@360Meditation]

Experience God's frequency :) I always support you

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Thank you for being both informative and relaxing. A real pleasure, truly.

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Another beautifully made video. Having a long term interest in Buddhism myself I really appreciate the very respectful way this video has been made. You put such care and attention to detail into your work that you truly deserve the title of ‘artist’ mon ami 🙏🙏🙏 Merci beaucoup

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Oh, I can't wait to go to bed tonight so I can listen! I've always been intrigued by Buddhism.

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Than you very much for this video... Very calming and informative, and a topic I am trying to learn more about. ... If I can stay awake to learn.

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Merci beaucoup mr. French whisper Whenever I can't fall asleep, I listen to one of your stories. They are all quite interesting, but for some reason your voice is just too soothing, have the right intonation or frekvens, perhaps it is plain magic/sorcery, as I 80-90% of the time always drift off to sleep. Biggest of thanks from a Swedish listener/sleeper.

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Would you be able to do one of these on Taoism

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May you tune into God's frequency and feel His presence. I am always here to support you.

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I am really excited about this. I hope I can stay awake during the informative part of your video. It's not likely, so I'll definitely be listening to it when I'm awake. Goodnight 😴 🌟

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a perfect asmr video for a yoga instructor to fall asleep to looool

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A thousand thank yous for uploading this today of all days. ❤️☮️ I needed this.

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Thank you for the important life lesson ❤❤

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Another great narration! Very relaxing! Thank you, Marcus

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Thanks for making the videos a bit louder. Legend xxx

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Brilliant. Always wanted to know more about Buddhism.

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I LOVE this one and come back to it frequently

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How fitting that it's fast approaching the 2nd year anniversary of my Brothers death he was fascinated with the practice and teachings 🥰

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Yay!!!! Thank you SO much for choosing this subject 💙💙

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✨rest in present awareness be still close eyes listen to your breathing✨

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Merci beaucoup FW for another relaxing and educational sunday evening! 🍷

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Yay a new one! I needed this

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extremely relaxed rn. prayin an ad doesn’t interrupt haha

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This is stellar ! Fascinating if I can get thru it lol 😆

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The hypothesis that ealry Buddhism might had an influence on Christianity though greek philosophers is just mind-blowing. I firstly heard of it in the movie "the man from earth" but just thought of it as fiction. Really interesting. Thanks a lot for the video

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Are you no longer uploading to Apple Music? I was just wondering because the last three videos haven’t been uploaded there! Love the content! Hope you are doing so very well!

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Yes, it takes time to have the stories uploaded but 2 more are already queued up. This one will be added soon and should be available in May.

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Wow. My first introduction! Simply wow

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You should do a history of Hinduism, Mormonism and Zoroastrianism

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Mormonism is just boring and has been talked about A LOT. But I agree about Hinduism and Zoroastrianism

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@@didiferguson6308 oh I would like to see a video on them 2

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Just wanted to let you know that the Nuclear Fusion album you added to Amazon music doesn’t seem to have a cover or any tracks in it. Thanks for all the great content, which is especially handy in audio form :)

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Thanks! It works fine on Spotify, so I don't know what happened but I'll check that.

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Such a soothing voice 😌.

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Awesome!!!

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The best as always

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This is wonderful! May I suggest for next topic to be about UFOs perhaps?

[@neverliveevil6113]

A little known quote from Buddha (The Sutra on Entry into the Womb) "Nanda, I do not extol the production of a new existence even a little bit. Nor do I extol the production of a new existence for even a moment. Why? The production of a new existence is suffering. For example, even a little bit of vomit stinks. In the same way Nanda, the production of a new existence, even a little bit, even for a moment, is suffering. Therefore Nanda, whatever comprises birth, namely, the arising of matter, it's subsistence, it's growth and it's emergence, the arising, subsistence, growth and emergence of feeling, conceptualisation, conditioning forces, and consciousness, all that is suffering. Subsistence is illness. Growth is old age and death. Therefore Nanda, what contentment is there for one who is in the mother's womb wishing for existence?"

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Thank you so much. ❤

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What happened to your video on Japanese mythology?

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Man this can be interesting but i can't listen while sleeping and listening to this amazing video

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Tres meditatif, merci. Tu doit avoir une collection d'object formidable, il y en a tourjour des nouveau :)

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Excited for this one!🕉😊

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Excellent