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40 More Years of Benefit
In the opening editorial of the March 2019 issue of Lion’s Roar, our publisher Ben Moore reflects on Lion's Roar's last 40 years, and what's ahead.
How Do Theravada Buddhists View Extremism Within Theravada?
In media reports on religious violence in Sri Lanka and Myanmar, the perspectives of moderate and progressive Buddhists are often invisible. Khin Mai Aung talks to six Theravada Buddhists about Theravada extremism.
Share Your Wisdom: Do you practice Buddhism alongside another religion?
We 've got a question for you. Do you practice Buddhism alongside another religion? If so, how does that work?
Is Buddhism a religion, philosophy, way of life, or science of mind?
I’m confused. Buddhism is considered one of the world’s five great religions, but some people say it’s not a religion at all, but a philosophy, way of life, or science of mind. Which is it? We answer your questions on Buddhism and meditation.
Buddhist teachers respond to American Zen pioneer Bernie Glassman’s death
The prolific Zen teacher Bernie Glassman died Sunday morning in Massachusetts. A number of Buddhist teachers have taken to social media to share their appreciation for and memories of Glassman, a vibrant character who had a significant influence on American dharma.
Bernie Glassman, pioneer of American Zen, dies at 79
The Zen master, spaceship engineer, social entrepreneur, interfaith activist, and clown devoted his life to “penetrating mysteries” and immersing himself in the unknown.
On his 92nd birthday, a Thich Nhat Hanh post-stroke update
Thich Nhat Hanh's Plum Village community in France has issued an update on the current state of the Vietnamese Buddhist teacher's life and health after suffering a stroke in late 2014.
Pema Chödrön apologizes for dismissing allegation of sexual assault from young woman
On Saturday, famed Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön released a statement responding to an allegation that she once dismissed a woman’s report that she was raped by a Shambhala Center director.
Tsadra Foundation launches online library of translation and transmission conference recordings
The Tsadra Foundation has launched a new multimedia resource library on their website "Translation & Transmission."
Bhikkhu Bodhi: Solidarity as Compassion
Sam Littlefair caught up with Bhikkhu Bodhi to discuss how Buddhists can take action on issues of public concern together.