Category: Buddhist Wisdom
Use the Alexander Technique to Meditate More Comfortably
Alexander Technique was developed in the 1800s to help actors improve their posture and coordination. Now it's gaining popularity among meditators.
What are “Conditioned Things” in Buddhism?
Reality may seem solid, says Bhikkhu Bodhi, but it is merely a reflection of unstable, conditioned processes, or sankharas, coming together with no one in charge.
Why Forms are Fundamental to Buddhist Practice
Embrace the ritual forms of Buddhist practice, says Buddhadharma deputy editor Koun Franz — you can't escape them anyway.
The Inexhaustable, Inspiring Dhammapada
Selections from Gil Fronsdal’s new translation of the Pali text that has inspired and guided countless practitioners on the Buddhist path.
The Naked Nature of Time
The late Dainin Katagiri Roshi explores Dogen’s concept of Being-Time and how to work with it in our daily lives.
Why do people chant at Buddhist centers?
I’ve been invited to a Buddhist center. I want to go, but I worry that the chanting aspect of it might weird me out.
Pema Chödrön on Waking Up — and Benefiting Others
Pema Chödrön offers her unique perspective on The Way of the Bodhisattva, and addresses how we free ourselves from powerful emotional spells.
Who Was Dipa Ma?
Dipa Ma, known as "the patron saint of householders," was a primary teacher of Joseph Goldstein and Sharon Salzberg, as well as one of Jack Kornfield’s teachers. Amy Schmidt and Sara Jenkins tell the story of this inspiring female practitioner and meditation teacher.
Buddhist Ethics in the 21st Century
Koun Franz explains what ethics has meant in his own practice.
Inside the Spring 2017 Buddhadharma magazine
The Spring 2017 issue of Buddhadharma is available now. Here is a preview of what you’ll find in the magazine.