Rebirth vs Reincarnation: “If it isn’t ‘We’ who is reborn — if it is merely a continuum of us, but not us — then how does Karma work in the next life?” — A Reader Asks
[ad_1] In case you are wondering why we have an adorable picture of a happy baby as our feature image, its not a cheap trick (well, maybe it is, but there’s a reason!) In Buddhist belief, we are taught that we are born without memories of previous lives — and although...
Rubin Museum debuts new exhibit, “Healing Practices: Stories from Himalayan Americans”
[ad_1] The new exhibition highlights “how Tibetan Buddhist art practices serve as roadmaps to well-being in times of crisis.” Hua Khar Jaintsa (active 1990s), “Course of the Lifespan Principle (chapter 4 cont.)” (1995–96), Rebgong, Amdo Province, Northeastern Tibet...
Obsessed with Healthy Eating? 9 Things I’ve Learned About Orthorexia
[ad_1] “Sending love to everyone who’s doing their best to heal from things they don’t discuss.” ~Unknown I used to obsess over healthy eating, and I mean OB-SESSSSS. I spent virtually every waking moment thinking about food. What should I eat today? Is there too much...
How does Buddhist mantra actually work? Ten ways Mantra can tangibly transform our lives and our practice.
[ad_1] Buddhist Mantras are vital, powerful and transformative — but how do they actually work? In what ways can they help. Buddha Weekly’s editors try to answer the most common questions we receive on our contact forms, starting with: “Do Buddhist mantras actually...
Welcome Back to the FNCC! – Soka Gakkai International
[ad_1] by John PlummerSpecial to the Tribune WESTON, Fla., March 21—“I really cannot express how wonderful it is to see all of you.” With these words, SGI-USA General Director Adin Strauss opened the first conference at the Florida Nature and Culture Center (FNCC)...
Tsog dates 2022: Happy Dakini Day — Introducing the Wisdom of the Female Enlightened Dakinis
[ad_1] Dakini Day, celebrated on the 25th day of each lunar month in Vajrayana Buddhist traditions, celebrates the feminine energy of wisdom. (DATES FOR 2022 Tsog updated below.) Devoted Buddhists will celebrate with a Tsok (Tsog), a feast including food, singing, a...
The Two Sides of Gratitude: When It Helps Us and When It Hurts Us
[ad_1] “When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. When life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” ~Shauna Niequist Imagine if you had a tool that, with no effort or change on your part, could cast a glow around you, exposing hidden gems within your everyday life....
Buddhism has Nothing to do with Nihilism and everything to do with Experiencing; Why “Emptiness” and “Nothingness” are poor translations of Shunyata
[ad_1] Emptiness, Nothingness or Voidness, as English translations for Shunyata are unfortunate — and entirely misleading. To paraphrase the Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh: “Emptiness means empty of self — but in the fullness of everything else… it is because of emptiness...
Emptiness and Shunyata: What the Teachers Say About Emptiness: Removing “Lazy Nihilism” and “How Deep the Rabbit Hole goes”
[ad_1] What do big moons, lazy nihilists and rabbit holes have to do with Shunyata? Yesterday I read a feature on Space.com which became the inspiration of this feature: “The ‘Big Moon’ Illusion May All Be in Your Head,” by Joe Rao. This led to rabbit holes and lazy...
The Magic Moment in Meditation
[ad_1] Sharon Salzberg explains how to practice basic breath meditation. “Rest your attention lightly—as lightly as a butterfly rests on a flower.” Photo by Aaron Burden. This classic meditation practice is designed to deepen concentration by teaching us to focus on...