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Dharmic insights for urban Buddhists

Recognizing our capacity for change

Sharing the season of giving

Charting changing attitudes towards animal rights in a Buddhist nation

When I read news about Gaza and Burma, among other places, I sometimes feel I might lose hope in humanity. Is there any space for peace and trust? Is there any place where tolerance can be a fact of l

Jacqueline Kramer, author of Buddha Mom-the Path of Mindful Mothering and 10 Spiritual Practices for Busy parents, has been studying and practicing Buddhism for over 30 years in th

Behind the tinkle of white cups is my aunt’s loud and confident voice, declaring that while gay marriage should be allowed, it shouldn’t be permissible for homosexuals to adopt children. Lest, of cour

Review of Gesar Mukpo's Tulku

A Forest Monk - An Interview with Ajahn Brahmavamso This interview is an excerpt from:  A Forest Monk and a Zen Roshi Radio National (ABC) – The Spirit of Things, with Dr. Rachael Kohn  

In one’s life, there are certain kinds of transitional events that are considered distinct turning points: the attainment of a qualification, the conferral of a degree, the awarding of an honor or mil

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Dr. Bill. M. Mak graduated from Peking University and is currently based in the Department of Indological Studies at Kyoto University.   My Journey as a Buddhist, from Diamond Sutra to Diamond Sutra

Dr. Bill. M. Mak graduated from Peking University and is currently based in the Department of Indological Studies at Kyoto University.   My Journey as a Buddhist, from Diamond Sutra to Diamond Sutra