Music and Spirituality
Raymond Lam
5 July 2010
Humanity has invested awesome amounts of energy and emotion into music. Many will relate playing or listening to music as something akin to a spiritual
Energy and Inner Renewal in Modern Spirituality
Raymond Lam
1 July 2010
“What are the characteristics of energy? They are dynamism in action, competence in initiative, firmness of intention, a zestful mind, and perseverance in action.” – Mah?prajñ?p?ramit???stra,
The Morality of Buddhist Precepts
Alastair Gornall
1 March 2010
Buddhist precepts are often discussed in moral terms. The five precepts of a layperson in particular provide a firm foundation in ethical conduct. For instance,
Gender and Buddhism: An Early Nun’s Perspective
Alastair Gornall
1 September 2009
The role of women in Buddhism, especially in Buddhist monasticism, has been a controversial topic of late. Ajahn Brahm’s recent ordination of nun’s into his
Is There a Limit to Patience?
Alastair Gornall
1 July 2009
The emphasis on patience in Buddhism can often be problematic in a world full of injustice and cruelty. There are many tales in the Buddhist
The Importance of Reliable Authority and Guidance
Mariusz Popieluch
1 February 2009
The title seems obvious enough. That’s why a closer look at the phenomenon of potential misidentification of authoritative figures will be treated here, the mechanisms
Perspectives: The Buddha’s Law Among the Birds
Buddhistdoor Global
1 September 2008
Author: UnknownTranslation and Commentary by Edward Conze, 2002 edition No matter how frustrating or hopeless certain points in life may feel, two statements of faith