The Spirituality of Reading
Raymond Lam
27 December 2010
“I find television to be very educating. Every time somebody turns on the set, I go in the other room and read a book.” –
A Moment of Reflection!
Ven. Rahulananda
29 November 2010
Change is the very nature of the phenomenal existence. But most of the times we are not ready to face it. It becomes extremely difficult
‘Happiness’ as Explained
Ven. Nyanabodhi
17 August 2010
To the question why anybody in life does anything at all, the answer, undoubtedly, is to satisfy his or her mental and physical need/s. This
Music and Spirituality
Raymond Lam
5 July 2010
Humanity has invested awesome amounts of energy and emotion into music. Many will relate playing or listening to music as something akin to a spiritual
Energy and Inner Renewal in Modern Spirituality
Raymond Lam
1 July 2010
“What are the characteristics of energy? They are dynamism in action, competence in initiative, firmness of intention, a zestful mind, and perseverance in action.” – Mah?prajñ?p?ramit???stra,
The Morality of Buddhist Precepts
Alastair Gornall
1 March 2010
Buddhist precepts are often discussed in moral terms. The five precepts of a layperson in particular provide a firm foundation in ethical conduct. For instance,
Gender and Buddhism: An Early Nun’s Perspective
Alastair Gornall
1 September 2009
The role of women in Buddhism, especially in Buddhist monasticism, has been a controversial topic of late. Ajahn Brahm’s recent ordination of nun’s into his
Is There a Limit to Patience?
Alastair Gornall
1 July 2009
The emphasis on patience in Buddhism can often be problematic in a world full of injustice and cruelty. There are many tales in the Buddhist
The Importance of Reliable Authority and Guidance
Mariusz Popieluch
1 February 2009
The title seems obvious enough. That’s why a closer look at the phenomenon of potential misidentification of authoritative figures will be treated here, the mechanisms
Perspectives: The Buddha’s Law Among the Birds
Buddhistdoor Global
1 September 2008
Author: UnknownTranslation and Commentary by Edward Conze, 2002 edition No matter how frustrating or hopeless certain points in life may feel, two statements of faith