Introducing a new column on the teachings of Theravada Buddhism

The difficulty of naming the nameless

Tracing the roots of Chan Buddhist thought

How to understand the arising of faith in Amitabha Buddha

Understanding why Pure Land Buddhism teaches faith through devotion

Alan Kwan details the path to samadhi

Addressing the question of merit-dedication

Rebirth is assured by practicing with “right mindfulness”   When interpreting the Third Contemplation in his Commentary on the Contemplation Sutra, Master Shandao wrote: “If

Tibetan Vajrayana imagery, for the most part, illustrates fantastical literary texts by reflecting metaphor and symbolism. Notions of aesthetic achievement and the sense of beauty within this traditio

The title of my article was posed as a question in the Commentary of the Contemplation Sutra, written by Master Shandao, the de facto founder of the Pure Land school in China. The answer is stated as

Many within Buddhism itself criticize the concept of ‘other-power’ (他力) or Buddha power, asserting that it is over-emphasized in Pure Land Buddhism. They might say, “How can one be reborn in the Pure

Our conversation with Ven. Hin Hung on the future of Buddhism.

Editor's note: “Teachings of Amitabha Buddha” is an inspiring column about the vital spiritual matters of Pure Land Buddhism – from its history, philosophy, and practice to its scriptures and their ex

In the Commentary on the Contemplation Sutra, Master Shandao opened the door to Amitabha’s Pure Land based on two teachings of two Buddhas. One is known as the Path of Importance expounded by Shakyamu