Give Peace a Chance
Jungto Society
20 May 2024
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim discusses the growing threat of war in East Asia and how to adopt a healthier perspective on work and play
Anti-War Performance, Part One
Joseph Houseal
11 May 2024
Joseph Houseal explores anti-war activism and ritual suicide as a performative expression of nonviolence and compassion
Ahead of Vesak, Catholic Leadership Urges Buddhists to Continue Interfaith Work for Peace
Justin Whitaker
7 May 2024
The Vatican urges Buddhists to continue to work for peace in a world that is seeing several areas of growing conflict
Buddhistdoor View: Israel and Iran – Pursuing Peace Amid Conflict
Buddhistdoor Global
20 April 2024
In contemplating a possible war between Israel and Iran, the Buddhist plea is for cool heads to prevail
Buddhistdoor View: Navigating the Modern Polycrisis Through Interfaith Unity
Buddhistdoor Global
16 March 2024
As the many crisis around the world continue to grow, interfaith workers offer a unique perspective to help us all connect more meaningfully both to one another and to our own religious tradition
Buddhists Join Interfaith Journey to the DMZ for Peace in Korea
Justin Whitaker
14 March 2024
Religious leaders continue to advocate for a peaceful future on the Korean peninsula
Honoring the Legacy of Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh
Maia Duerr
16 February 2024
Thich Nhat Hanh’s unique ability to reach people where they are and his emphasis on Buddhism as an always-engaged practice live on as two among many of his greatest accomplishments
“Homeless” Kodo Sawaki: From Brothel Worker to Buddhist Monk
Victor M. Parachin
31 January 2024
Exploring the life, teachings, and sayings of one of the important and insightful 20th century Zen masters in Japan
Buddhist Global Relief Approves Emergency Donation to Help Those Suffering in Gaza
Justin Whitaker
26 January 2024
The leading US-based engaged Buddhist organization is seeking to alleviate suffering caused by the recent violence in Israel and Palestine
Rising Above the Blame Game
John Harvey Negru
10 January 2024
BDG columnist John Harvey Negru reflects on the recent rise of violence and us-vs-them views in the world, contrasting them to the wisdom of the Buddhadharma
Stewarding the American Academy of Religion: An Interview with Prof. Jin Y. Park
Raymond Lam
8 January 2024
The new president of the American Academy of Religion discusses her plans for the West’s largest religious studies organization
The Koan of Gaza: Not Turning Away
Maia Duerr
21 December 2023
Acknowledging the complexity of the current war, columnist Maia Duerr invites us to look back at our own minds as we think about and discuss this and similar situations