Ven. Pomnyun Sunim: Buddhism in a Divided World
Craig C Lewis
27 May 2022
A conversation on Buddhism in contemporary society and the role of engaged Buddhism in the face of human-made global crises.
Four Buddhist Monks Killed During Military Strike in Myanmar
Craig C Lewis
25 May 2022
Troops supporting the military junta that seized power in Myanmar more than a year ago have reportedly killed four Buddhist monks in a township in
Engaged Buddhism: Ven. Pomnyun Sunim Shares the Fruits of Compassion to Mark the Birth of the Buddha
Craig C Lewis
18 May 2022
Jungto Society, the international Buddhist community founded by the revered Korean Seon (Zen) master and social activist Venerable Pomnyun Sunim (법륜스님),* has continued its practice
Engaged Buddhism: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Contributes US$10 million to UNICEF Effort to Aid Children Affected by War in Ukraine
Craig C Lewis
3 May 2022
The Taiwan-headquartered Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation has offered US$10 million to support UNICEF’s response to the growing refugee crisis in Ukraine
Hope and Sacrifice on Earth Day
Craig C Lewis
25 April 2022
The world marked Earth Day on 22 April. The day was observed around the planet with expressions of hope and determination, voices of courage and
A Cloud Never Dies: Plum Village Releases Thich Nhat Hanh Documentary
Craig C Lewis
7 April 2022
The international sangha of Plum Village has released a new documentary about the life of the revered teacher and engaged Buddhist Thich Nhat Hanh (known affectionately
Dharma in Transition: A Buddhist Call for Trans Liberation
Ray Buckner
31 March 2022
In recognition of Trans Day of Visibility, scholar Ray Buckner looks back on his own transition and the obstacles still faced by trans Buddhists and others across the US
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,
Healing the World: The First Problem
José M. Tirado ‘ö-Zér Jamgön Dorje
29 March 2022
A meditation on the dilemma of engaged Buddhism
Delhi Commission for Women Honors Kung Fu Nuns with International Women’s Day Award
Dipen Barua
18 March 2022
The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) has honored the “Kung Fu Nuns” of the Drukpa Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism with the International Women’s Day
A Metta Prayer
Hozan Alan Senauke
11 March 2022
Exploring the intersection of peace, justice, and loving-kindness
Engaged Buddhism: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Responds to Ukraine Refugee Crisis
Craig C Lewis
4 March 2022
The Taiwan-headquartered charity and humanitarian organization Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation revealed that it is organizing a humanitarian aid program in response to the growing refugee crisis