The Value of Art in a Digital Age
Grace Song
25 March 2023
A reminder to slow down and experience the depth and beauty of great art in our increasingly fast-paced technological world
Attendees Praise India’s Role in Buddhist History at “Shared Buddhist Heritage” Conference
Justin Whitaker
21 March 2023
The “first of its kind” conference on the heritage of Buddhism in the region is aimed at deepening ties among countries that represent nearly half of the world’s people.
Maha Ghosananda: Cambodia’s Great Advocate for World Peace
Dipen Barua
24 February 2023
Exploring the life, philosophy, and legacy of Cambodia’s most prominent peace advocate
Indian Social Activist Rajagopal P. V. Selected for the 40th Niwano Peace Prize
Craig Lewis
17 February 2023
The Niwano Peace Foundation has announced that the Indian social activist Rajagopal P. V. will be the recipient of the 40th Niwano Peace Prize.
Buddhist Center Joins Tribal Advocates and Local Residents to Oppose Asphalt and Gravel Pit Development in Montana
Justin Whitaker
16 February 2023
Tibetan Buddhist group has joined local residents and tribal leaders to oppose the open-pit mine
Soka Gakkai President Issues Statement on the Ukraine Crisis and Nuclear Weapons
Justin Whitaker
12 January 2023
Ikeda continues to speak out for peace and an end to nuclear weapons
Dalai Lama Lays Foundation for “Dalai Lama Centre for Tibetan and Indian Ancient Wisdom” in Bodh Gaya
Justin Whitaker
5 January 2023
New center aimed at fostering peace through the teachings and practices of Indian and Tibetan thought
2022 in the Mirror: How Can the Light of the Dharma Illuminate our Path?
Lyudmila Klasanova
29 December 2022
Taking refuge in impermanence in an unstable world
Engaged Buddhism: Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena Announces Mahakaruna Diwas 2023 Celebration for Global Compassion
Craig Lewis
14 December 2022
The renowned spiritual leader Venerable Bhikkhu Sanghasena has announced plans to celebrate Mahakaruna Diwas 2023 (great compassion day of celebration).
Won Buddhism’s Turtle Chart
Grace Song
14 December 2022
On the development of a 20th century doctrinal chart in Won Buddhism
The Path of Engaged Buddhism in a Divided World: An Interview with Ven. Pomnyun Sunim
Craig Lewis
8 December 2022
The Korean Seon master Ven. Pomnyun Sunim shares his perspective on engaged Buddhist in the recent 20th Biennial Conference of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists
Dalai Lama Plans One-Month Visit to Bodh Gaya to Pray for Peace
Justin Whitaker
6 December 2022
The Dalai Lama’s visit is seen as both a spiritual and economic boon to the Indian pilgrimage destination