Category: Teachings
Ask the Teachers: How do we retain passion while accepting all of life equally?
The teachers are asked "How do we retain passion while accepting all of life with equanimity?"
The Science of the Mind and the Science of the Brain
While scientific methods are useful, says the Dalai Lama, mind should also be studied through rigorous observation of our own subjective experience.
Remembering Shunryu Suzuki
Lewis Richmond remembers the great teacher who founded the San Francisco Zen Center and played a historic role in the establishment of Buddhism in the West.
Buddhism Includes Everything — Even Comic Books
Comic artist John Porcellino tells Lauria Galbraith how Zen has inspired his comics and helped him through hard times.
Yes, Buddhism is a Religion
Buddhism shouldn’t be stereotyped as a New Age fad or reduced to a technique, says Scott Mitchell. We miss so much by not acknowledging what it is.
Creating a Good Ground for Meditation
Thanissaro Bhikkhu outlines five principles of the ethical, restrained life conducive to meditation practice.
Is It All My Karma?
When something bad happens to you, it isn’t necessarily the result of your own actions. Judy Lief offers a nuanced understanding of karma.
The Deep River of Dharma
Buddhadharma editor-in-chief Melvin McLeod takes a look at the journal’s relaunch, and its mission to support committed Buddhists.
The Real Meaning of Original Sin
Buddhists misrepresent the Christian view of human nature, says theologian Steven Shippee. It’s a lot closer to Buddhism than you think.
Just Do It
Whether you’re learning to meditate or ride a bike, says Ajahn Jayasaro, it’s not about how good you are or how far you get. The point is simply to practice with a sincere and consistent effort.