Wisdom and insight in unexpected places

Revelation and contemplation

Addressing animal poaching and trafficking in South Africa

Appreciating one of the most intimate tools of Buddhist practice

Approaching relationships with equanimity and loving-kindness

A tribute to a respected master

How your perspective changes after long retreat

Re-experiencing the childlike joy inherent in meditative concentration

Laura Santi discusses her intriguing thangka painting

How disappointed are we in old age when joints just don’t move as easily as they used to? How about when the body refuses to obey us when we are ill or bedridden? How often have we vented, &ldqu

The sun has barely touched the green hill of Druk Amitabha to the west of Kathmandu, Nepal, and already the paths to the nunnery resound with the deep reverberation of a drum, pervading the entire spa

Nepal is one of the most sought after destinations whether for pilgrimage or tourism. In February 2012, when I was studying at the University of Pune in India, staff from the Department of Pali arrang

As summer begins, many of us are planning for pleasant events such as BBQs, beach clean-ups, and special Vassa preparations with our sanghas. Others may find the warmer days bring up unpleasant emotio

Editor's note: Sister Ocean is a Canadian nun ordained in the Vietnamese Zen tradition. She practices in France and blogs about mindfulness practice in daily life on Buddhistdoor International.