Buddhist Monks’ Walk for Peace in India Reaches Hyderabad
Justin Whitaker
24 February 2026
The third Dhamma Padayatra emphasizes interfaith harmony and renewed engagement with Buddhist teachings in India
The Prospect of Buddhist Complicity in Genocide, Part Two
Brian Daizen Victoria
29 September 2025
Brian Victoria delves deeper into the difficult conundrum of Buddhist chaplains active on the frontlines of military ideology and warfare
Thai Monk Arrested for Alleged Embezzlement Linked to AIDS Hospice
Justin Whitaker
28 August 2025
The arrest comes amid broader scandals involving misconduct among Thai monks, prompting calls for stricter oversight
Thai Survey Reveals Deep Concern About Buddhist Clergy Misconduct
Justin Whitaker
22 July 2025
New poll gives insights into Thai Buddhists’ feelings about current problems in the monastic community
Buddhistdoor View: From Scandal to Reform, When Buddhism Reaches a Turning Point
Buddhistdoor Global
19 July 2025
As Thai Buddhism reels from misconduct scandals, history offers perspective from Sri Lanka’s late 19th-century reform movement
Thai Minister Proposes Creation of “Buddhist Bank” to Reform Temple Asset Management
Buddhistdoor Global
8 July 2025
A proposed “Buddhist Bank” aims to separate personal and temple funds, ensuring transparent oversight of Thailand’s 40,000+ temples.
Monastic Ordination of Thai King’s Estranged Son Draws Attention Amid Royal Succession Uncertainty
Justin Whitaker
29 May 2025
In a highly public Vesak Day ordination as a Buddhist monk, Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse reemerges in Thai public life amid growing royal succession concerns
Buddhistdoor View: In Times of Chaos, Countries Should Unite in Dharma Solidarity
Buddhistdoor Global
3 May 2025
Buddhism offers the historic and contemporary values that ground Asian countries in multilateral harmony and balance
India’s Narendra Modi Pledges Loan of Buddha Relics During Visit to Thailand
Justin Whitaker
8 April 2025
Prime Minister Modi announces that ancient Buddhist relics discovered in Gujarat’s Aravalli will travel from India to Thailand where millions of devotees are expected to pay respects.
Buddhism and Activism: Sulak Sivaraksa’s Teachings on Social Change
Dipen Barua
28 February 2025
Dipen Barua pays tribute to the activist philosophy of the INEB founder, who has become one of Engaged Buddhism’s standard-bearers
Two Dead After Fire at New York City Buddhist Temple
Justin Whitaker
13 February 2025
The blaze likely started due to a space heater used during recent cold conditions
Buddhist Temple Building in Southern Thailand Collapses After Heavy Rains and Flooding
Justin Whitaker
19 December 2024
No one was injured as the Buddhist temple building fell into flood waters