Introduction Buddhism has many unique assets as a religious tradition. It has been received well in many Western countries. It places humankind at the center
“The mind is everything. What you think, you become.” – The Buddha Introduction So many are living stressful lives filled with hatred, greed, anger and other
1. Introduction Through intellectual, moral and spiritual perfection, the Noble Eightfold path leads to happiness, peace and freedom. It is the path that begins with
Zhen Ru Chan MonasteryCloud Abode MountainJiangsi ProvinceChina 2012 Thursday, 8th November I woke up in a cold, simple but clean room to the sound of
Editor’s note: Eric Johns (Dharma name: Hin Lic) is a lay Buddhist who chronicled his retreats and visits to masters in China throughout the latter months
Editor’s note: This feature was first published in the now-retired Bodhi Journal, Issue 7, March 2008. “Monks, the ending of the fermentations [?savas] is for one
Editor’s note: This feature was first published in the now-retired Bodhi Journal, Issue 4, June 2007. Introduction Once, Gotama Buddha recited a recital in brief
Editor’s note: This feature was first published in the now-retired Bodhi Journal, Issue 4, June 2007. Introduction The Greater Discourse on the Foundations of Mindfulness
Editor’s note: This feature was first published in the now-retired Bodhi Journal, Issue 4, June 2007. A: I’ve a lot of worries and stress. I try
Some time ago at a cocktail, a gentleman came up to me and told me that he had heard about my Vipassana experience and he
Jacqueline Kramer, author of Buddha Mom-the Path of Mindful Mothering and 10 Spiritual Practices for Busy parents, has been studying and practicing Buddhism for over 30 years in the
Are mindfulness and meditation more than modern buzzwords for relaxation? Could these practises really improve your wellbeing? Mindfulness and meditation have been important in Buddhism for centuries,
