The riots that took place in London and in many other cities across England last week have been a source of much debate, discussion and
It is common knowledge that the Buddha taught that all conditioned things cause us to suffer. The fact that suffering is latent in our experience
The history of Mahayana Buddhism is full of a variety of schools and traditions which contributed widely to philosophy in Asia. One of the most debated
Observing impermanence in our daily lives can be quite difficult. Our friends and family can seem quite stable as we perform our daily jobs in
“Emptiness” is a cornerstone of Buddhist philosophy and yet the term itself is not the easiest to grasp and understand, especially when approaching Buddhism for
Many advice manuals, often called “self-help books”, provide various tips on how to succeed in the modern world, how to live life to the full
This week I thought I would discuss some aspects of karma and touch upon a common misconception about the relationship between karma and the physical world. This is particularly
In some of my past articles, I outlined some ways in which those of us who have a phobia of death may begin to contemplate
The sunrise has captivated me for as long as I can remember. I have seen so many vibrant shades splashed over the dark canvas of
The Pacalayamana Sutta: “The Sutta on Being Sleepy” Tiredness can be a huge obstacle in achieving our goals. I find that when I am working in a
The fact that all conditioned things are impermanent forms a central tenet in all forms of Buddhism. It is difficult to listen to a dharma talk without
Wherever we are in the world it is often impossible to escape hearing about sport. Whether it is about the highs and lows of the
