Book Review: The Gathering: A Story of the First Buddhist Women
Nachaya Campbell-Allen
5 April 2024
Nachaya Campbell-Allen considers a remarkable new book that explores the earliest history of Buddhist women
Cutting Metta’s Losses
Mettamorphsis
3 April 2024
Our loving-kindness practitioner explores the practice of pruning, both literally and metaphorically, as a way to make space for future growth
One Earth Sangha: Celebrating 10 Years of EcoDharma
John Harvey Negru
2 April 2024
By urging action in the peaceful and peacefulness among activists, One Earth Sangha is building a community of people who care deeply for our earth and all of our myriad interconnections
Footsteps of the Buddha: Ven. Pomnyun Sunim and the Transformative Power of Engaged Buddhism
Craig Lewis
1 April 2024
An interview with Ven. Pomnyun Sunim on his recent pilgrimage to India, engaged Buddhism, and impermanence.
Spatial Samsara: The Apple in the Garden
Dexter Cohen Bohn
28 March 2024
Exploring what Apple’s Vision Pro means for the future of illusion through the lens of dependent origination and retro sci-fi
Unlocking Wisdom through Life Reviews
Margaret Meloni, PhD
27 March 2024
Margaret Meloni explores the idea of near-death experiences through a Buddhist lens, and examines the insights to be gained from living mindfully and compassionately
Beginner’s Mind: Part of the Ocean: On Buddhism and Islam
Aisha Shams
26 March 2024
A US college student examines some of the confluences of Buddhism and Islam, and how this has shaped her personal practice
Young Voices: A Prescription for Digital Millennials: Sanghas
Chris Wong
25 March 2024
A high school student in the US recognizes the importance of a supportive sangha during an experiential learning course on Buddhism
A Dharma Message for “May We Gather”
Grace Song
23 March 2024
Rev. Grace Song shares her remarks given on 16 March 2024 at the “May We Gather” pilgrimage in Antioch, California
Shakyamuni Buddha’s Counsel to be Reborn in the Land of Bliss
Alan Kwan
22 March 2024
The Pure Land Buddhist tradition is affirmed by Shakyamuni Buddha’s encouragement to strive for rebirth in the Land of Bliss
The Beauty of Empty Pots
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
21 March 2024
In Buddhist thought, emptiness plays an essential role in understanding the deepest truths of reality. In Buddhist practice, emptiness can create a powerful space for life and growth and so much more.
Gender Equity: Time to Wake Up!
Maia Duerr
20 March 2024
Mahapajapati deserves to be remembered as the founder of the great women’s community that remains to this day, and as a woman who stood up for gender equity, beginning work that is ongoing