Ancient scriptures of Theravada Buddhism are one of the best ways to learn more about the Buddha’s teachings. And the most prolific writer in this field is Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi. A kindly man has observed that Buddhist monk Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi presents to the Western world the intellectual equivalent of the Hubble Space Telescope: Peering … Read more
Bhikkhu Analayo (b. 1962) was ordained as a Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka in 1995 and completed his PhD on satipatthana at the University of Peradeniya in 2000. Currently, he is primarily focused on meditation practice and contributes to the Encyclopaedia of Buddhism, among other scholarly projects. His work continues to bridge the teachings of … 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 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
Stephen Batchelor (b. April 7, 1953) is a contemporary Buddhist teacher and writer, best known for his secular approach to Buddhism. He considers Buddhism to be a constantly evolving culture of awakening rather than a religious system based on immutable dogmas and beliefs. Buddhism has survived for the past 2,500 years because of its capacity … Read more