The path of self denial | Genius of the Ancient World
Before developing the Middle Way, the Buddha spent six years pursuing a life of self denial with other ascetics.
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- Clip length: 2'38''
- Broadcast year: 2015
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- Religious Education | Buddhism | Beliefs and teachings | The Buddha
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- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Genius of the Ancient World
- Episode: Buddha
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