I was introduced to the Chan Meditation Center in New York in 1997, when I came to work as a volunteer for almost a month.
An interview with Venerable Shi Zhiru, professor of…
Recent years have seen a steady increase in scientific research into Buddhist beliefs and practices, in particular, research on mindfulness, which was pioneered more than 30
My previous article focused on the Great Sage Monastery of Bamboo Grove on Mount Wutai and its abbot, Venerable Master Miaojiang, director of the Buddhist
Exploring an ancient symbol of Buddhism in China
Kunze Chimed is a Mongolian yogini with a divine voice and considerable experience practicing and teaching Vajrayana Buddhism. In June, I was fortunate to have
I knew very little about Buddhism in Malaysia before I landed in that lush green country. My visit was the result of some last-minute changes
I have practiced visualizing and making mandala offerings for years, but when I entered the main temple at Ankor Wat, I found myself stepping onto
A life combating philosophical errors and spreading the…
As Buddhism has grown in popularity in North America, one aspect that has come to increasing prominence is its potential affinity for secularism. Books such
The story of Metta garden in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Awakening through compassion and…
