Ma: The Art of Empty Space
Joseph Houseal
15 November 2025
Joseph Houseal explores the the role of emptiness as an expression of Buddhist philosophy and aesthetics in Japanese culture
Young Bodhisattvas Pave the Way for Socially Engaged Buddhism
Ajayan Idukki
14 November 2025
“Caratha, bhikkhave, cārikaṃ bahujanahitāya, bahujanasukhāya, lokānukampāya, atthāya hitāya sukhāya devamanussānaṃ. Mā ekena dve agamittha. Desetha bhikkhave dhammaṃ ādikalyāṇaṃ majjhekalyāṇaṃ pariyosānakalyāṇaṃ sātthaṃ sabyañjanaṃ kevalaparipuṇṇaṃ parisuddhaṃ brahmacariyaṃ
The 13th Supreme Patriarch of Bangladesh, Ven. Jnanashree Mahathera, Has Died, Aged 100
Dipen Barua
14 November 2025
The 13th Supreme Patriarch of Bangladesh, Ven. Jnanashree Mahathera, affectionately known as Sangharaj Bhante, died on 13 November. He was 100 years old.
Why Tangut Studies Matters: Thoughts About a Newly Thriving Field from Tangutologist Zhouyang Ma
Raymond Lam
13 November 2025
The study of a long-lost Buddhist civilization is experiencing a revival thanks to a new cohort of passionate scholars
Dalai Lama Congratulates Catherine Connolly on Election as President of Ireland
Justin Whitaker
13 November 2025
The Dalai Lama’s message highlights the intersection of political change, gender representation and compassionate values amid global challenges
Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche Leads Recitation of the Buddha’s Words in Lumbini to Mark Inauguration Anniversary of Thousand Buddha Temple
Craig Lewis
12 November 2025
The Recitation of the Words of the Buddha commenced at Pal Thubten Shedrub Ling in Lumbini, on Tuesday to mark the monastery’s inauguration anniversary.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Announce Joint Links for Buddhist Pilgrimage and Green Tourism
Justin Whitaker
11 November 2025
The initiative underscores a wider South Asian effort to integrate sustainable tourism and Buddhist heritage into economic growth strategies
Sacred Relics of the Buddha Travel from India to Bhutan for the Global Peace Prayer Festival
Craig Lewis
10 November 2025
Sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha arrived in Bhutan from India on Saturday, where they will be placed on display for the Global Peace Prayer Festival.
Princess Ashi Kesang Choden T. Discusses Monastic Conservation
Rebecca Wong
10 November 2025
The Zhung Dratshang Preservation and Antiquities Conservation Center supports the preservation and continuity of Bhutan’s heritage
Engaged Buddhism: The Soka Gakkai Issues Statement Calling for Global Solidarity on Climate Crisis Ahead of COP30
Craig Lewis
7 November 2025
The Soka Gakkai International has issued a public statement ahead of COP30, urging civil society and faith communities to unite to tackle climate change.
Buddhists and Other Religious Leaders in South Korea to Combat Rising Suicides and Isolation Among Older Adults
Justin Whitaker
6 November 2025
South Korea’s major religions united in October to address rising suicides and solitary deaths among middle-aged and elderly citizens
Engaged Buddhism Special Report: Jungto Society Hosts INEB’s 2025 Women’s Study Tour in South Korea
Craig Lewis
5 November 2025
Jungto Society, founded by Ven. Pomnyun Sunim, hosted a study program for female monastics and activists affiliated with the International Network of Engaged Buddhists.