Anti-Myanmar Junta Buddhist Monk Sayadaw Ashin Arriyawuntha Biwunsa Dies in Exile Aged 71
Justin Whitaker
3 November 2022
Sayadaw Ashin Arriyawuntha Biwunsa was one of Myanmar’s most accomplished and respected monks
Nationalism: Collective Selves and the Promise of Buddhaland
Brian Daizen Victoria
30 September 2022
Looking at how Buddhism has treated nationalism, from ancient empires to modern countries and contemporary movements
Report: 13 Killed in Military Attack on Buddhist School in Myanmar
Craig C Lewis
23 September 2022
Army helicopters supporting the military junta that seized power in Myanmar more than a year ago reportedly killed at least 13 people, including 11 children,
Buddhist Monk, Civilians Killed as Junta Troops Raze Villages in Northern Myanmar
Craig C Lewis
27 April 2022
Myanmar junta troops are reported to have shot dead a Buddhist monk and three civilians while attacking villages inthe norther region of Sagaing.
Myanmar Junta Has Destroyed Over 100 Buddhist Monasteries, Christian Churches – Report
Craig C Lewis
30 March 2022
The junta that overthrew Myanmar’s elected government more than a year ago has destroyed in excess of 100 Buddhist and Christian buildings in central, northwest,
80-Year-Old Monk Becomes a Symbol of Hope for Myanmar Buddhists
Craig C Lewis
27 October 2021
Buddhist followers believe the monk’s presence has brought peace to the area amid outbreaks of violence
Senior Buddhist Monks Urge Military Junta to End Violence in Myanmar
Craig C Lewis
17 March 2021
Governing body of Buddhist sangha decries killings of…
Buddhist Monks March in Opposition to Military Coup in Myanmar
Craig C Lewis
18 February 2021
Journalists resign amid moves by the junta to stifle dissent
Buddhist nun, Rev. Sayalay Ketumala, Challenges Misogyny in Myanmar
Justin Whitaker
8 September 2020
Inspired by the Dharma, she focuses on alliances and…
Prominent Burmese Buddhist Monk Donates to Pope’s COVID-19 Fund
Justin Whitaker
21 April 2020
The donation demonstrates commitment to interfaith…
Archaeological Survey of India Begins Restoring Five Buddhist Pagodas in Bagan, Myanmar
Dipen Barua
3 April 2020
Part of a larger program to repair quake-damaged…
Myanmar’s Military Seeks to Jail Buddhist Monk over Criticism
Craig C Lewis
13 November 2019
Defamation suit could see prominent monk and social…