Marijuana and Nirvana: Buddhism and Pop Music, Part One
Oscar Carrera
31 December 2024
Oscar Carrera begins a deep dive into the Dharma-influenced discographies, lyrics, and performances of modern pop artists
A Wet Blanket Mantra for Modernity: In Conversation with Gregory Pettys
Dexter Cohen Bohn
9 May 2024
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
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
Guanyin in the Desert: Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Director Manuel Rabaté on Universal Faith and Beauty
Raymond Lam
12 September 2023
Louvre director Manuel Rabaté discusses his museum’s philosophy, favorite artworks, and more in an exclusive interview with BDG
Meaning, Part Two
Ratnadevi
11 November 2022
A meditation on Buddhist practice as a source of meaning and relevance in a society saturated with consumerism
Book Review: Portraits of Tibet
Raymond Lam
25 October 2022
An extraordinary new photo book documenting the daily lives and activities of Tibet’s nomadic families and their home in China
Book Review: Monks in Motion: Buddhism and Modernity Across the South China Sea
Raymond Lam
20 October 2021
A study of maritime Buddhism along the littoral hubs of Asia
Film Review: Khyentse Norbu’s Looking for a Lady with Fangs and a Moustache
Nina Müller
3 May 2021
Khyentse Norbu’s new film sets viewers on a hero’s…
Apocalypse 2020
Tilly Campbell-Allen
29 April 2020
Inviting us to see what truths the coronavirus pandemic…
On Being Brave: Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche on Technology and the Dissemination of the Dharma
Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche
23 April 2020
The beneficial potential of today’s evolving technology
Buddhism and Tech
Buddhistdoor Global
15 March 2019
Buddhistdoor Global Special Issue for 2019
Acer to Enter Buddhist Tech Market with “Smart” Prayer Beads
Anne Wisman
13 February 2018
Digital mala keep track of mantra recitations and…