A college student in the US explores contemplative creativity founded in compassion and undertaken as an practice of resistance to an oppressive status quo.
A philosophical battle looms between Buddhists that see the first precept as essential and Buddhists who see war as acceptable in some cases
Recent surveys shed light on the role of immigration in shaping Buddhism in the United States
LAM Yuen Ching examines three facets of Thích Nhất Hạnh’s practice: expatriate Buddhist activism; teaching Engaged Buddhism; and living Engaged Buddhism.
Diana J. Mukpo, teacher, author, and a significant figure in the transmission of Buddhism to the West and prominent member of the Shambhala Buddhist community
Visitors described the abbey as a place of refuge and healing, with the Buddha Hall symbolizing the transmission of Tibetan Buddhist teachings in the West
A senior teacher in Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village tradition, Larry Ward was known for his laughter, compassion, and interfaith approach
The Peace Foundation founded by Dharma master Ven. Pomnyun Sunim hosted a commemoration ceremony for the 80th anniversary of Korea’s National Liberation Day.
A Buddhist nun has sued two Southern California abbots, alleging sexual assault, labor exploitation, and retaliation, while the abbots countersued accusing her of extortion and fraud
Buddhist leaders in Cambodia call for unity and peaceful coexistence with Thailand following recent armed conflict
Sarah C. Beasley introduces the life and work of innovative artist Ruth Asawa
Linda Leaming imparts lessons from Bhutan on managing expectations and living a life of acceptance and equanimity
