Indigeneity and Dharma
Maia Duerr
17 October 2023
A guide to understanding and deepening our connection to the earth and its long history of indigenous people with humility and reverence
UPDATE: Bronze Buddha Stolen from LA Gallery Recovered
Justin Whitaker
17 October 2023
A 250-pound bronze Buddha statue stolen from an art gallery in Los Angeles has been found
MIT Study: Practicing Mindfulness with an App Could Boost Children’s Mental Health
Raymond Lam
16 October 2023
MIT study reveals the benefits of children’s use of mindfulness apps, including increased pro-sociality and decreases in negative emotions
Percent of Asian American Adults Identifying as Buddhist in Decline According to New Study
Justin Whitaker
12 October 2023
A new survey shows a decline in Asian American Buddhists by percentage, but also highlights complex differences between Asian Americans of different backgrounds
Buddhism and Nature
Anam Thubten Rinpoche
10 October 2023
A reminder of Buddhism’s close relationship with the natural world and our need to recognize this in our daily lives and practice
Buddhist Peace Fellowship Announces New Hiring After Reorganization
Justin Whitaker
10 October 2023
The US-based engaged Buddhist organization is seeking to add two employees after a period of reflection and regrowth
Buddhistdoor View: Potential Directions for Western Buddhism and Global Dharma
Buddhistdoor Global
7 October 2023
Buddhism in the West faces political and philosophical challenges, but this is an opportune time for intellectual and theological renewal
Mangalam Research Center to Host Conference on the Future of Mindfulness
Justin Whitaker
5 October 2023
Leading scholars and mindfulness practitioners will address current and future concerns and hopes for the practice of mindfulness
Lessons Beyond the Meditation Hall
Grace Song
4 October 2023
Won Buddhist teacher Grace Song describes the brave work of a Black student to turn a disturbing incident into personal growth and teaching moment.
US Congressman Shri Thanedar Launches Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain American Caucus
Justin Whitaker
3 October 2023
The Indian-born congressman hopes the group can counter religious and cultural bias in the United States
Vienna in the Silicon Pure Land, Part 2: Navigating the Wild Wired West
Dexter Cohen Bohn
29 September 2023
Tracing Vienna Rae’s explorations from coast to shining coast on the techno-dharmic path
Prized Bronze Buddha Statue Stolen from LA Gallery
Justin Whitaker
28 September 2023
Unique Buddha statue is believed to date from the Edo Period of Japan