Judy Lief, Meditation, Vajrayana / Tibetan Buddhism, Shambhala Sun, Lion's Roar, Buddhism

Journey to Awakening

The spiritual path is like any journey we take into uncharted territory—we need a map, a vehicle, and a guide to reach our destination. Judy Lief takes us on the three-yana journey of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Understanding Emptiness & Interdependence

Emptiness and interdependence—they’re more than concepts; they’re key to realizing real-world benefits in our lives. His Holiness The Karmapa helps us put our wisdom into practice.

Bear Witness to All of Life

Bernie Glassman on the three pure precepts—cease from evil, do good, and do good for others—and why they all come down to a single point.

My Father’s Gift — A story of loss and renewal

A guest post by Miriam Boleyn-Fitzgerald, author of Pictures of the Mind: What the New Neuroscience Tells Us About Who We Are.

Buddhadharma Book Reviews May 2013: From the Editor’s Desk

In this instalment of From the Editor's Desk, Review Editor Michael Sheehy looks at two pilgrimage travelogues, and a Nyingma master's work.

From The Under 35 Project: “A Lesson in Mindfulness on a Lazy Summer’s Day”

Christopher Willard's father’s magic trick taught him his first lesson on mindful awareness and the power of concentration at the age of seven

Remembering Richie Havens

A reflection on the legendary folk singer and guitarist Richie Havens after his passing. 

We transform evil into good.

A teaching from Norman Fischer to help in these troubled times, as a semblance of peace seems to be returning to Boston.

We are all buddhas

From The Under 35 Project: “Getting With the Four Noble Truths”

In an essay from the Under 35 Project, Nick Walser explains how he sees and attempts to "do" the Four Noble Truths.

Why are Buddha heads springing up around Chicago?

Alongside the flowers, Chicago residents may notice something unusual popping up this spring — Buddha heads are appearing on grassy areas.