The Sri Lankan writer expresses her country’s shadow and ongoing struggle with itself through a new acclaimed play
Theravada bhikkhuni and scholar Ven. Dhammadinna presents a historical case for moving beyond sectarian boundaries
British Library curator Mélodie Doumy reveals the secrets of real, lived stories of people from the desert town of Dunhuang
ACLS director of International Programs Dr. Deena Ragavan discusses a long partnership supporting Buddhist Studies scholars
Stephanie Balkwill’s new book shines a light on the women-led system of monastic influence on medieval Chinese royal affairs
Celebrated one month earlier than in Japan, the Obon festival commemorates the deceased and the bodhisattva Jizo’s compassion
Filling a critical void in the scholarly literature, Elverskog offers a fascinating and wide ranging account of Buddhism’s impact on Uyghur culture as well as the Uyghur contribution to Buddhism
A series with sociologist and ethnographer Dr. Caroline Starkey about the past and present of British Buddhist converts
Celebrations of the Buddha’s birthday were held at the Buddhist Association of China’s headquarters of Guangji Temple
A Vesak commemoration in Washington DC to celebrate diversity, foster unity and understanding, and embrace unity, peace, and hope
This little-known institution has on display some of the most iconic marvels of the esoteric empire of the Western Xia
Acclaimed Bhutanese filmmaker’s unconventional approach to new film explores the post-death experience through rich magical realism
