Buddha in a Teacup: Metaphors
Linda Leaming
12 June 2025
Notes from Linda Leaming on seeking enlightenment in the everyday interruptions of life in Bhutan
Buddha in a Teacup: Sip. Smile. Enlighten!
Linda Leaming
28 April 2025
A new column on Buddhism and life in Bhutan through the eyes of Linda Leaming
Bhutan to Host International Conference on Science, Mindfulness, and Meditation, Invites Abstracts from Presenters
Craig C Lewis
17 January 2025
The Centre for Bhutan studies & GNH (CBS) has announced that Bhutan will host the Bhutan Meditation Conference: Science, Mindfulness, and Meditation.
Mystical Dances in the Kingdom of Bhutan, Part 3: Treasure Dances, the Long Tradition of Mystically Revealed Tercham
Joseph Houseal
14 December 2024
Joseph Houseal continues his three-part exploration of the manifestations of sacred ritual dance in Bhutan
Painting the Transcendent: An Interview with Bhutanese Thangka Artist Kinzang Chojay
Rebecca Wong
12 November 2024
Acclaimed Bhutanese artist Kinzang Chojay shares with Rebecca Wong the artistic secrets of his country’s exquisite expression of thangkas
The Magical Kingdom of Bhutan
Tiffani Gyatso
7 November 2024
Tiffani Gyatso shares insights into an ancient wisdom from her recent visit to Bhutan
Mystical Dances in the Kingdom of Bhutan, Part 1: A Black Magic Dance at the Core of Bhutan’s Founding
Joseph Houseal
14 September 2024
Joseph Houseal presents a three-part exploration of the manifestations of sacred ritual dance in Bhutan.
Engaged Buddhism Special Report: Ven. Pomnyun Sunim Explores Sustainable Development in Bhutan
Craig C Lewis
26 June 2024
The Korean Dharma master Ven. Pomnyun Sunim has been conducting a range of surveys and development activities in remote areas of Bhutan in recent months.
7th Moenlam Chenmo held at Punakha in Bhutan
Raymond Lam
24 January 2024
This year’s Moenlam Chenmo in Bhutan is being presided over by eminent teacher and monastic administrator Sangay Dorji
Je Khenpo Confers MAs on First Cohort of Monks from Bhutan’s Postgraduate Program in Buddhist Studies
Craig C Lewis
6 March 2023
His Holiness the Je Khenpo conferred master’s degrees on 30 monks representing the first cohort from Bhutan’s post-graduate program in Buddhist studies.
Bhutan Nuns Foundation Shares Updates on BNF Training & Resource Centre for Buddhist Nuns
Craig C Lewis
13 January 2023
The Bhutan Nuns Foundation, which works to educate and empower Buddhist nuns, has shared some updates on the foundation’s new Training & Resource Center.
Buddhistdoor View: 21 June – Auspicious Conditions to Grow the Bhikshuni Order
Buddhistdoor Global
2 July 2022
Why the ordination of women on the summer solstice in Bhutan is so important