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
Our loving-kindness practitioner must summon all of her resources as she encounters a young woman on the edge of a bridge in London
Lam Yuen Ching examines some of the foundational differences between Buddhist mindfulness practices and their secular counterparts
Sarah C. Beasley offers a meditation on the power of time in nature to remind us of our deep interconnections with the land and all she offers
A reminder that the greatest of humanity’s achievements can spur our own energy toward the cultivation of compassion and wisdom for the sake of all beings
Mindfulness teacher and artist Ratnadevi guides us through her latest art project, blending a Tibetan gong, sticks, Buddhist wisdom, and an openness to viewer-participation
Sensei Alex Kakuyo offers a lesson on recognizing interconnectedness in everyday life
As Buddhists around the world honored the birth, enlightenment, and mahaparanirvana of the Buddha during Vesak, the White House hosted its own observance.
In a world of light-speed “progress” and enflamed ecology, Gregory Pettys invites us to reconnect with our bodies and joyfully abandon all hope of fruition
An interview with Ven. Pomnyun Sunim on his recent pilgrimage to India, engaged Buddhism, and impermanence.
As the many crisis around the world continue to grow, interfaith workers offer a unique perspective to help us all connect more meaningfully both to one another and to our own religious tradition
As we enter into a new lunar year, Sarah C. Beasley invites us to take joy in all four parts of the Buddha’s community
