The origins, central teachings, and legacies of Judaism
Greek civilization: literature, philosophy, arts and science
Athenian democracy; principles, practices and legacy
Alexander the Great and the spread of Hellenism
Institutions, culture, and legacies of the Roman Republic and Empire
The Classical Civilization of India: Hinduism, Buddhism
The Classical civilization of China: Confucianism, Taoism
Origins, central teachings, and spread of Christianity
The decline and fall of the Roman Empire

Additional Reference on this topic:
Ancient India
Mohan Ayyar’s Hindu image gallery
The Avatar Krishna

The Classical Civilization of India: Hinduism and Buddhism (continued)

Four Noble Truths

Image Source: Asian Art in the Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago: Art Institute of Chicago, 1993).

The Buddha used stories to explain concepts like karma and rebirth and to emphasize the importance of certain moral values. 

These stories are ever more relevant today towards helping people of all ages to guide and steer their lives to success and fulfillment.

For further information, see:

Buddhist Tales For Young and Old