A mystical-themed evening blending Himalayan folk sounds with new wave rock, inspired by the legend of Shambhala
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In Praise of Magnolia: Scents of Life
The magnolias are in season, and Papillon offers a reflection on why they’ve always been revered and beloved
The Buddhist Layman of Perfect Brightness: Dharma at Yuanming yuan
The Hong Kong Palace Museum’s new temporary exhibit showcases profound Buddhist dimensions of the Yongzheng Emperor’s thought and self-understanding
Recognizing the future in a greater self
It is commonly understood that the final goal of Buddhist practice involves a realization of not-self, or no-self; the direct “seeing” that there is no substantial and lasting essence in “me” (or in “you” or in anyone else). In American society, this can conflict with our desire to have a “healthy self-image” or adequate self-esteem. […]