On Desire
Maia Duerr
18 December 2024
The Buddhist relationship with desire is complex and changes over time and across different historical, practical, and scholarly contexts
The Spirit of Buddhist Truth: Conversations Beyond Sectarianism with Ven. Bhikkhuni Dhammadinna
Raymond Lam
21 November 2024
Theravada bhikkhuni and scholar Ven. Dhammadinna presents a historical case for moving beyond sectarian boundaries
How to Generate Limitless Generosity: Giving Is Never Unaffordable
Kassidy Evans
19 November 2024
Kassidy Evans examines the power of generosity and how doubling down on altruism will lead to more fulfilment and self-growth
Buddhistdoor View: The 2024 US Election – Politics, Power, and Compassion
Buddhistdoor Global
16 November 2024
Trump’s political rise raises profound questions about how Buddhists can respond with ethical clarity, compassion, and a commitment to justice in today’s polarized world
Dharma Drum Mountain and the Legacy of Chan Master Sheng Yen: A Conversation with Ven. Guo Huei
Craig C Lewis
15 November 2024
BDG speaks with Ven. Guo Huei about the engaged Buddhist activities of Dharma Drum Mountain, and sustaining the Buddhadharma in a changing world
Book Review: Buddhism & Political Theory
Johan Nilsson
31 October 2024
Matthew J. Moore’s analysis of Buddhist political theory remains an informative work that requires new input on multiple fronts
The Gore and the Good of the Jataka Tales
Noa Jones
30 October 2024
Reinterpreting ancient Buddhist literature for modern children
IBC Celebrates International Abhidhamma Day in New Delhi
Justin Whitaker
22 October 2024
Narendra Modi addressed the celebration in person as he and others praised the recent Indian moves to promote the Pali language
Upcoming Conference to Explore “Buddhism, Consciousness, and AI”
Justin Whitaker
11 June 2024
The conference will host leading scholars, practitioners, and experts from around the world to bring a Buddhist perspective to bear on Artificial Intelligence, a new technology that is rapidly changing everything around us
Buddhist Studies: Dr. Oren Hanner to Give Online Talk on Buddhist Ethics and Shared Agency
Craig C Lewis
16 February 2024
Dr. Oren Hanner will give a live-streamed talk on the theme “Towards a Buddhist Theory of Shared Agency” at the BDCHK on 12 March.
Buddhistdoor View: Navigating Immigration through Ethical Lenses
Buddhistdoor Global
16 December 2023
Can contemporary leaders see the humanity of asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants in a world in great need of compassion and wisdom?
Clearing the Path to Compassion: A Conversation with Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche
Craig C Lewis
25 November 2023
Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche lays out the foundation of the Buddhist path for modern practitioners