Episode Details

In Buddhist mythology, the universe is not arranged by power—but by conduct.

In this episode of GL Deep Dives, we explore a cosmic model where realms of existence are shaped by karma rather than divine judgment. Buddhist mythology presents a moral geography in which beings move through heavens, human worlds, animal realms, hungry ghost states, and hells according to their actions and intentions.

We examine the structure of the Buddhist cosmos, the role of rebirth, impermanence, and liberation, and how mythology functions not to explain creation—but to guide escape from suffering. This is mythology as instruction, mapping the inner and outer universe at the same time.

A cosmos without a creator god—
 but with a clear path out.

Support the show