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Josaphat Buddha

chivalry distorted through medieval European romances

Being always ready and willing to have sex with one’s wife was the understanding of chivalry before the spinning of medieval European romances. … Read the post chivalry distorted through medieval European romances

Josaphat Buddha's reign of just acts began with care for prisoners

Traveling west from India, the life of Buddha became the story of Barlaam and Josaphat. Josaphat Buddha established justice with care for prisoners. … Read the post Josaphat Buddha's reign of just acts began with care for prisoners

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