Category: Buddhist Wisdom
Inside the Spring 2015 Buddhadharma magazine
The spring issue of Buddhadharma explore our evolving communities, from mindfulness to activism, and looks at our roles as practitioners.
Buddhist-Muslim peace called for in Yogyakarta Statement
“If we want peace and justice, it is very important for Buddhists and Muslims to come together because these are two major world religions.”
Searching for the Ox: The Path to Enlightenment in 10 Pictures
A contemporary take on the oxherding pictures by artist Mark T. Morse, with commentary by Josh Bartok and Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
Review: Pico Iyer explores slowing down
At age twenty-nine, Pico Iyer had an apartment on Park Avenue, a fascinating job, and the freedom to take long vacations in any corner of the globe.
James Myoun Ford and Ejo McMullen discuss obstacles on the path to ordination
James Myoun Ford and Ejo McMullen discuss why it's becoming harder and harder to get young people to ordain.
Share and Share Alike
Without money, what is an economy? For Syra Smith it’s a chance for sincere connection.
An Olive Branch to host Buddhist ethics webinar
Starting January 27, An Olive Branch will host a free series of webinars, titled “Ethics in American Buddhist Groups.”
Watch: Matthieu Ricard says altruism is the solution
In a TED Talk published yesterday, Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard offers his simple solution to climate change, biodiversity loss and global inequality.
4’33”
<span style="color: windowtext;"><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="/storage/4'33'_Aris-Vrakas.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1343685703368" alt=" /></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 430px;">Photo by Aris Vrakas</span></span></span>In 1952 composer John Cage shook the music world with his most radical composition to date: 4'33", known unofficially as “the silent piece.” <strong>Kay Larson </strong>explores its Zen-inspired lessons in her new book, <em>Where the Heart Beats</em>.
Zen teachers issue open letter confronting abuse
As Zen teachers, we would like to express our gratitude to Buddhadharma's recent issue on abuse in Buddhist commiunities.