Buddhist Temple Building in Southern Thailand Collapses After Heavy Rains and Flooding
Justin Whitaker
19 December 2024
No one was injured as the Buddhist temple building fell into flood waters
Ramya Jirasinghe’s Water for Kings: A Sri Lankan Writer’s Poetic Vision and Caution
Raymond Lam
13 December 2024
The Sri Lankan writer expresses her country’s shadow and ongoing struggle with itself through a new acclaimed play
Buddha Statue in Rural New Jersey Draws Buddhists from Around the World
Justin Whitaker
10 December 2024
The rural Buddha statue has drawn Buddhists and curious neighbors to visit and learn from one another over the years
Seven Steps of Breath Meditation
Prof. David Dale Holmes
9 December 2024
Prof. David Dale Holmes examines one of many methods expounded by the great Thai Buddhist master Ajahn Lee Dhammadharo
19th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony Begins in Bodh Gaya
Justin Whitaker
5 December 2024
The annual ceremony draws practitioners from around the world to hear the Buddha’s words and reflect upon his message
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
Engaged Buddhism Special Report: Jungto Society Hosts INEB Study Tour in South Korea for Female Monastics and Social Activists
Craig C Lewis
18 November 2024
Jungto Society, founded by Ven. Pomnyun Sunim, hosted a study tour for female monastics and activists from the International Network of Engaged Buddhists.
Beyond Attachment: Understanding Clinging Versus Caring
Margaret Meloni, PhD
18 November 2024
Margaret Meloni explores how the Buddhist teachings can help us to develop healthy relationships with our loved ones
Gradual Development on the Path
Prof. David Dale Holmes
11 November 2024
The core truth of the Dhamma can be uncovered only gradually, through patient attention and persistent endurance. The Buddha taught that realization of the truth
Shan State Buddhist University in Myanmar Hosts International Conference to Mark 60th Birthday of Founder Ven. K. Dhammasami
Dipen Barua
11 November 2024
Myanmar’s Shan State Buddhist University hosted a two-day international conference at its campus in the city of Taunggyi, in Shan State, from 7–8 November.
The Sixth World Buddhist Forum: A Gathering of Harmony, a Promise of Coexistence
Sanjoy Barua Chowdhury
1 November 2024
The sixth iteration of China’s largest international Buddhist symposium marks a renewed emphasis on compassionate action and enlightened joy
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