The Bengali Buddhist Renaissance in the Pālā Dynasty
Sanjoy Barua Chowdhury
2 May 2024
The Pālā dynasty is celebrated as one of the great royal houses of medieval India that supported Buddhist culture
If We Are Alive Now, We Are All Successful
Jungto Society
30 April 2024
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim gives a Dharma teaching on relationships, personal responsibility, and finding happiness in the present moment.
Letting Inner Spring Bloom: Reclaiming Energy after Eclipse Season
Sarah C. Beasley
29 April 2024
Reflecting on the changing of the seasons and the recent eclipses, Sarah C. Beasley reminds us of the central Buddhist practice of wishing that all beings be happy
Coming Alongside: Living Beautifully
Ratnadevi
27 April 2024
Ratnadevi continues her exploration of what she learned from a recent extended retreat, offering us guidance on applying our meditative experience to everyday life
Reviving the Dhamma: Ambedkar’s Impact on Empowering the Marginalized through Buddhism
Dipen Barua
26 April 2024
14 April marks the anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar’s birth. BDG columnist Dipen Barua reflects on his lasting legacy in the Buddhist world
Book Review: Summoned by the Earth: Becoming a Holy Vessel for Healing Our World
Nachaya Campbell-Allen
25 April 2024
Nachaya Campbell-Allen embarks on a remarkable journey with author Cynthia Jurs of wisdom, hope, compassion, and healing.
Removing the Tangled Weeds
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
24 April 2024
Working on the spiritual path can be slow and difficult work, much like clearing weeds, but it will lead to progress if we give it time.
Dancing around Death: Meeting Denial with Courage and Compassion
Margaret Meloni, PhD
23 April 2024
Learning to approach impermanence with equanimity and acceptance
Shakyamuni Buddha’s Benefits of Being Reborn in the Land of Bliss
Alan Kwan
22 April 2024
Shakyamuni Buddha outlines the real benefits of attaining rebirth, with real merit and virtues, in the Land of Bliss
Buddhistdoor View: Israel and Iran – Pursuing Peace Amid Conflict
Buddhistdoor Global
20 April 2024
In contemplating a possible war between Israel and Iran, the Buddhist plea is for cool heads to prevail
Remembering Jétsunma Khandro Ten’dzin Drölkar
Ngak’chang Rinpoche
19 April 2024
A tribute to the profound wisdom, humility, and kindness of Jétsunma Khandro Ten’dzin Drölkar
Young Voices: Mingyur Rinpoche, Meditative Awareness, Mind Training, and Mental Agility
Kian Burt
18 April 2024
A high school student in the US explores observing the mind and the power of equanimity during an experiential learning course on Buddhism