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Why is the special wish-fulfilling practice of Windhorse Tara so treasured among Tara practitioners in Tibetan Buddhism? Why is it so well-known for helping us fulfill our wishes and overcome our obstacles. Why are all Taras associated...Friday, July 11, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
One of the most profoundly powerful protections, directly transmitted by Buddha, with Dharanis directly from Bodhisattvas and the Heavenly Kings, is Chapter 14 of the Golden Light Sutra. In this Sutra are four Dharanis of protection, one...Friday, July 11, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
The psychiatrist Mark Epstein shares his insights about the mind after decades of working with patients and practicing Buddhism.Friday, July 11, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
Why is the special wish-fulfilling practice of Windhorse Tārā so treasured among Tara practitioners in Tibetan Buddhism? Why is it so well-known for helping us fulfill our wishes and overcome our obstacles. Why are all Taras associated...Thursday, July 10, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
“The Dakini Yeshe Tsogyal had a vision in which she saw a manifestation of Guru Rinpoche called Immense Vajra Ocean in the direction to the east. Each of the pores in his body held one billion realms and in each realm there were...Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Inspired by club culture and reincarnation, Tianzhuo Chen and Asian Dope Boys have devised a mesmerising show that unfolds in six two-hour chapters. Prepare to enter hell and then be healed Naked performers covered in paint roll around...Sunday, July 6, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
Supreme Protection Vajra Armor Mantra is a powerful and profound practice of protection. In Sanskrit this is the Vajrakavaca mantra. In Tibetan it is called Dorje Go-drab. The sacred sounds of the mantra manifests an impenetrable...Sunday, July 6, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
In Buddhism, why is the Vajrapani Vajra Armor Mantra, the kavacha or armor of Padmasambhava, famous for helping remedy 404 types of diseases? In what way can it provide protection from violence, sicknesses, bad omens, curses, and bad...Sunday, July 6, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
The exile government that was built by the Dalai Lama to preserve Tibetans’ cultural identity will be put to the test by his eventual succession.Sunday, July 6, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
Just before the Dalai Lama turned 90, he announced that his successor would be selected through the traditional process of reincarnation. Mujib Mashal, The New York Times’s South Asia bureau chief, explains why this process could...Sunday, July 6, 2025 from Lion's Roar
For the sake of future generations, the Dalai Lama tells journalist and activist Franz Alt, we must develop a sense of universal responsibility — for the earth and all humanity. The post The Dalai Lama on Surviving the Climate Crisis...Sunday, July 6, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche tells us what His Holiness the Dalai Lama means to the Tibetan people. The post The Dalai Lama, a Beacon of Hope appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Saturday, July 5, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
The spiritual leader has said his inner circle of monks will find an heir, but China believes the choice is in its hands Few celebrations have the hills of Dharamshala abuzz like the birthday of the Dalai Lama. But this year, as monks...Saturday, July 5, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
Ms. Vega, best known for her 1987 hit “Luka,” slips around New York City mostly unnoticed as she goes from Buddhist meetings to Central Park and cozy dinners with her husband.Saturday, July 5, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Lilly Greenblatt on the life and legacy of one of the most beloved spiritual leaders of our time. The post The Heart of the Dalai Lama appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Friday, July 4, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
“Visualize the drop moving up the channel,” a Buddhist Guru coaches to a room full of retreat participants. These are participants in a Tsa Lung Trulkor practice retreat. The drop is an essence drop moving up one of the...Friday, July 4, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Jeanne Kumagai reflects on the emotional complexities of caring for a loved one with dementia—and the life lessons that endure. The post Mom’s Final Lesson for Me appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Friday, July 4, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Art for art’s sake was her goal, then art became her tool for a larger purpose. Nancy Hom profiles the renowned artist and philanthropist Rima Fujita. The post Rima Fujita Has a Dream appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Friday, July 4, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Gullu Singh shares how walking meditation serves as a powerful complement to sitting meditation. The post How to Step Into the Present Moment appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Friday, July 4, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
I spent 90 minutes attempting to empty my mind and slow my heartbeat at a “space out” competition. It was harder — and weirder — than I expected.Friday, July 4, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Anu Gupta explains how faith, wisdom, and compassion can help us heal from internalized discrimination. The post Find Freedom from Bias appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Friday, July 4, 2025 from Lion's Roar
When we feel powerless in the face of politics, we overlook the positive change we are capable of creating. Kaira Jewel Lingo on how to find our inner—and collective—strength. The post We Must Have Courage appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Thursday, July 3, 2025 from Lion's Roar
The 19th Sakyadhita conference held in Malaysia in June brought together hundreds of Buddhist women to share practice, scholarship, and sisterhood. Pamela Ayo Yetunde reflects on the gathering. The post Sisterly Support for Our Becoming:...Thursday, July 3, 2025 from Lion's Roar
Richard Gere reflects on how His Holiness the Dalai Lama has impacted him. The post The Inspiration of the Dalai Lama appeared first on Lion’s Roar .Thursday, July 3, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
The Dalai Lama, the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhists, announced that the lineage would go on despite Chinese efforts to control the institution.Thursday, July 3, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
The aging spiritual leader is looking to prevent Beijing from taking advantage of a power vacuum. But there is pressure to preserve a core element of Tibetan Buddhism.Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Spiritual leader challenges Beijing in video statement released in run-up to 90th birthday celebrations The Dalai Lama has declared in a direct challenge to China that the centuries-old spiritual institution bearing his name will...Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from NYT > Buddhism
The Tibetan spiritual leader said that his lineage would continue, and that China would have no say about his successor.Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
The Dalai Lama has said the centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist institution will continue after his death, ending years of speculation after he previously suggested he might be the last person to hold the role. In a video broadcast before his...Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
In Buddhism, why is the word Yidam often misunderstood to mean deity? If Yidam is not deity, what does it mean and why is it important? Why do we normally only have one Yidam and how often does it change? Before we begin, please like and...Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
In Buddhism, why is the word Yidam often misunderstood to mean deity? If Yidam is not deity, what does it mean and why is it important? Why do we normally only have one Yidam and how often does it change? Before we begin, please like and...Monday, June 23, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
Heavenly King of the South, Virūḍhaka, is one of the Four Heavenly Kings, sworn to uphold the Buddha Dharma. He is also the protector most often turned to by business people, farmers, and even country rulers to request growth and...Friday, June 20, 2025 from Buddha Weekly: Buddhist Practices, Mindfulness, Meditation and Views
Today, with war, sickness, and economic devastation — and the inevitable hunger and suffering that follow such disasters — we take refuge in the 8 compassionate Bodhisattva saviors. Video: ...Sunday, May 18, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
British Museum, London A lovable elephant deity and a floating serpent goddess are just two of the highlights in this sensual show about three of the country’s great religions About 2,000 years ago, Indian art went through a stunning...My sister was diagnosed with cancer – and it taught me the meaning of surrender | Making sense of it
Sunday, May 18, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Spiritual practices can induce a sense of being part of something that is bigger than oneself Making sense of it is a column about spirituality and how it can be used to navigate everyday life When I was a kid, my sister’s favourite...Thursday, May 15, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
A show full of deities, snakes and shrines puts three ancient faiths in the spotlight. Our writer seeks out its inspiration in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai It’s the eyes that stay with you – piercing black discs that seem to vibrate...Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Vesak is the most sacred day for Buddhists, commemorating the birth, enlightenment and death of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, all traditionally believed to have occurred on the full moon day of the Vesakha month in the ancient Indian...Monday, May 12, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
A Japanese prayer scroll dating back more than 1,250 years has been acquired by the State Library of Victoria and will feature alongside other rare books items in an exhibition later this month Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email...Wednesday, May 7, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Ministry of culture tells Sotheby’s it would be ‘participating in continued colonial exploitation’ if sale of gems goes ahead The Indian government is seeking to repatriate ancient gem relics linked to the Buddha’s remains after halting...Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Ministers claim sale in Hong Kong is unlawful and are demanding repatriation of sacred relics buried in third-century BC The Indian government has issued a legal notice to halt the “unethical” auction of ancient gem relics, which it said...Sunday, May 4, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Beyond self-help mantras like ‘Let them’, radical acceptance shows us the value in learning how to truly accept life just the way it is Have you ever been in the middle of difficult life circumstances to be told “let it go” or “don’t...Friday, May 2, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Sotheby’s sale of Piprahwa gems, excavated after burial with Buddha’s remains, denounced as perpetuating colonial violence Buddhist academics and monastic leaders have condemned an auction of ancient Indian gem relics which they said...Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
In Long Beach, city with the largest diaspora of Cambodians in the US, people dance, eat and reflect on the 1975 killings “Sousdey chnam thmey!” a rider shouted in Khmer into a megaphone while sitting atop a float swaddled in US and...Sunday, April 20, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Worshippers are frisked on entering temple in Kandy where relic is held and photography is strictly prohibited Sri Lankan police have launched an investigation into a photo circulated on social media claiming to show a Buddha tooth...Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Despite Thai advisers, the series failed to escape the western lens of its rich protagonists and the history of the country’s representation Contains spoilers for the finale of The White Lotus series 3 One of the first things I noticed...Friday, March 28, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
City is close to Sagaing faultline and monuments were significantly damaged after the last earthquake in 2016 Myanmar and Thailand earthquake – latest updates Rising through the mist of the forest at dawn, with spires reaching more than...Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Percussionist best known for his work with King Crimson and his delight in exploring the boundaries of improvisation None of the many former art students who enlivened the British rock scene in the 1960s and 70s brought with them a...Sunday, January 19, 2025 from Buddhism | The Guardian
Fifty years after his death, On the Road author’s spiritual reflections show him in a whole new light He made his name as the thrill-seeking author of the cult novel On the Road , an anti-establishment icon of the beat generation. But...Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from Buddhism News
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