Gathering Blackberries: End of Season Reflections on Loss and Belonging
BDG columnist Ratnadevi takes us blackberry picking as she contemplates the ecological and societal changes underway around and within us
BDG columnist Ratnadevi takes us blackberry picking as she contemplates the ecological and societal changes underway around and within us
Most people with even some tangential knowledge of Buddhism have heard about the concept of “nirvāṇa.” But what is its significance for the pilgrims after weeks of solitary hiking ready to rejoin the society?
Joseph Houseal concludes his series on Faeries, dakinis, nuns, and mikos with writing from elemental faery magician, Althea Northage-Orr.
BDG columnist Asa Hershoff on the fact that Buddhism offers a radical departure from the many ways we remain asleep in the world
A reminder of Buddhism’s close relationship with the natural world and our need to recognize this in our daily lives and practice
Pema Wangyal Rinpoche’s new book can serve as a central practice manual for newcomers and experienced Buddhists alike as they traverse the Vajrayana path
Prof. Gereon Kopf continues his Shikoku pilgrimage in Japan, examining themes of awakening, loss, and connection
Won Buddhist teacher Grace Song describes the brave work of a Black student to turn a disturbing incident into personal growth and teaching moment.
Prof. David Holmes examines the seven steps to awakening in the Pali Canon
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim shares a Buddhist perspective on attachment and aversion, and living with equanimity.
Karen Greenspan visits Nepal, where she engages with a contemporary manifestation of an ancient tradition of Buddhist dance
With our Buddhist practice, we can perfume the world with goodness