Buddhist nun and scholar Ven. Dhammadinna’s newest article looks at the “Book of Zambasta” and Buddhist thought in the kingdom of Khotan
Magicae Mysterium: Our World of Awe and Gratitude
Welcoming and embracing experiences of awe can strengthen our sense of gratitude, humility, and fulfilment
The meaning of religion in our time in Taitetsu Unno’s “Shin Buddhism” (excerpt)
Taitetsu Unno (1929–2014), renowned Shin Buddhist scholar, reflected comprehensively on the role of religious belief in our era
“Is This the Edit of Me?” A review of “Pig at the Crossing,” by Khyentse Norbu
Alana Siegel gives an in-depth review and thematic analysis of the newest film by Khyentse Norbu
Chengde, Mandala of Chinese Emperors
Exploring the esoteric power of the Chengde Mountain Resort and its Eight Outer Temples with Laurence Brahm
Treasure Caretaker programs running in Kathmandu this September
Treasure Caretaker Training is holding a series of events on conserving contemporary paubha, thangka, and other Nepalese artworks from 17 to 26 September
Avalokiteshvara’s Thousand-Armed Reach in Puning Temple
In both the Qianlong reign and today’s China, Puning Temple is the most important Buddhist institution in Chengde
The Sino-Tibetan Legacy of Unity at Xumi Fushou Temple, Chengde
Xumi Fushou Temple in the Mountain Resort of Chengde is the crucible of the Qing’s great project of Tibetan unity, and by extension, modern China’s
Taking Refuge in the Three Treasures: Buddhist dynamism and vibrancy in China
China’s Buddhist culture is nuanced and subtle, with formal laypeople and non-Buddhists alike making the sangha vibrant and dynamic
The Buddhist cultural complex across Asia: Virtues make a religious person
A Pew Research Center survey of Buddhists in Asia suggests that virtuous actions are an integral part of Buddhist practice