Scholar-monk Bhikkhu Analayo shared intimate details of his daily practice, emphasizing the importance of death meditation and the realization of impermanence as an anchor of Buddhist spirituality. Seated alongside Daniel T. Aitken, CEO of Wisdom Publications, and Charles Hallisey, senior lecturer on Buddhist literatures at Harvard Divinity School, at a special live event, Analayo shocked … Read more
Jeff Wilson is a professor of religious studies and East Asian studies at Renison University College, part of the University of Waterloo. Wilson has authored several books and numerous articles exploring the intersection of Buddhism and North American culture. He teaches courses on Buddhism, religion in North America, East Asian religion, and religious studies methodology. … Read more
Bhante Henepola Gunaratana (b. December 7, 1927) is an internationally recognized author and Buddhist meditation teacher. He arrived in the United States in 1968 and later founded the Bhavana Society in West Virginia, a community of monastics and laypeople dedicated to the practice of Theravada Buddhism. Affectionately known as “Bhante G” by his students, he … Read more
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more
I would like to share one of my favorite photos. I spend a lot of time choosing featured images for my articles. In the process, I also find photos related to different aspects of Eastern countries and their culture. That’s why I’ve decided to share these hidden gems on my blog and highlight talented photographers … Read more