Reflecting on the life of one of the 16 accomplished monks (mahāsthabir) of the sacred Bangladeshi village of Unainpūrā
How the ancient Buddhist sources depicted educated women has ramifications for how we should envision the reborn women’s sangha today
A comprehensive deep dive into the Theravada Vinaya’s nuances around the ordination of women on validity, legality, and legitimacy
From the majestic Kumbum Monastery to a cave on the outskirts of Liangzhou, hints of a sorceress-queen who resisted the world conqueror
Despite a long period of difficulty for Buddhism in Bangladesh, historical figures like Chandrajyoti Mahasthabir helped keep the flame alive
John Harvey Negru offers a second feature on the changing landscape of Buddhist leadership and publishing in North America
A Sotheby’s auction of ancient Buddhist relics was postponed after India demanded their return and an ethical debate on cultural repatriation
The ongoing protests demand greater control of Bodh Gaya, Buddhism’s most important pilgrimage site
Rebecca Wong’s interview with Prof. Georgios Halkias reveals striking mutual influences between Buddhism and the Hellenistic legacy
Despite challenges, Bangladesh’s Buddhist lineages continue to thrive through their devotional offerings, festivals, and community support
Officials believe that the discovery could spark greater interest in the area from Buddhist scholars as well as pilgrims and tourists
The British Library’s exhibition on Dunhuang is an exemplar of storytelling to learn from our shared and interconnected human history
