What do Buddhists believe happens after death? In this episode, we explore one of the most common and meaningful questions beginners ask about Buddhism. Rather than offering a single doctrine, Buddhism presents a clear process shaped by karma, mental habits, and the continuity of causes and conditions.

You’ll learn how different Buddhist traditions understand death, rebirth, and the transition between lives:

• Theravada: the importance of the final mind state, wholesome actions, and merit transfer
• Pure Land: the role of Amitābha Buddha, nianfo chanting, and rebirth in the Pure Land
• Ch’an/Zen: clarity, non‑attachment, and approaching death as another moment of practice
• Tibetan Buddhism: the bardo teachings, phowa, and rituals that guide consciousness

We also look at merit and merit dedication, why families generate merit for the deceased, and how these practices support a peaceful transition and favorable rebirth.

Whether you’re new to Buddhism or deepening your understanding, this episode offers a clear, compassionate guide to how Buddhists view death — and what these teachings reveal about living with wisdom and intention.

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