Articles related to "What Is Buddhism"
Is Buddhism A Religion?
It is often argued that Buddhism is not a religion at all but a philosophy, a set of ethics or even an applied psychology.
is buddhism a religion • buddhism and metaphysics • buddhist metaphysics • metaphysical aspects of buddhism • buddhism and god
It is often argued that Buddhism is not a religion at all but a philosophy, a set of ethics or even an applied psychology.
is buddhism a religion • buddhism and metaphysics • buddhist metaphysics • metaphysical aspects of buddhism • buddhism and god
The Buddhist Society
The Buddhist Society was founded by Christmas Humphreys in 1924 and remains true to its original aim to publish and encourage the study of Buddhist principles.
the buddhist society • theosophical society • christmas humphreys • dalai lama • oldest buddhist society in europe
The Buddhist Society was founded by Christmas Humphreys in 1924 and remains true to its original aim to publish and encourage the study of Buddhist principles.
the buddhist society • theosophical society • christmas humphreys • dalai lama • oldest buddhist society in europe
Japanese Buddhism
An overview of Japanese religious history, with a focus on the Tendai and Shingon Buddhist sects of the Heian period.
tendai • shingon • heian • buddhist • buddhism
An overview of Japanese religious history, with a focus on the Tendai and Shingon Buddhist sects of the Heian period.
tendai • shingon • heian • buddhist • buddhism
Taoism vs. Buddhism and Shinto
Understanding Buddhism and Shinto is important for Taoists, because many people across Asia practice Shinto, Taoism and Buddhism side by side.
taoism • tao • dao • daoism • taoist beliefs
Understanding Buddhism and Shinto is important for Taoists, because many people across Asia practice Shinto, Taoism and Buddhism side by side.
taoism • tao • dao • daoism • taoist beliefs
Impermanence Revisited
Further thoughts on impermanence and quotations from Buddhist teachers.
buddhism • impermanence • dalai lama • lama zopa rinpoche • lama zopa
Further thoughts on impermanence and quotations from Buddhist teachers.
buddhism • impermanence • dalai lama • lama zopa rinpoche • lama zopa
Requiem: Melba 1984-2002
Author's dog dies.
buddhism • death • dog • dog dying • rituals around death
Author's dog dies.
buddhism • death • dog • dog dying • rituals around death
Windblown, Sun-Faded Fragments in the Desert
Desert walks are the catalyst for philosophizing. Frequently these days the preoccupation is with death, death as an opportunity. Impermanence is the constant theme.
impermanence • death • desert • photographs • found items
Desert walks are the catalyst for philosophizing. Frequently these days the preoccupation is with death, death as an opportunity. Impermanence is the constant theme.
impermanence • death • desert • photographs • found items
Buddhism and Hell
Deeper questions: Is there a Buddhist hell? Can one avoid it, or work one's way out of it?
buddhism • hell • dharma • sogyal rinpoche • chugdud tulku rinpoche
Deeper questions: Is there a Buddhist hell? Can one avoid it, or work one's way out of it?
buddhism • hell • dharma • sogyal rinpoche • chugdud tulku rinpoche
Buddhism: A Life Of Peace
Buddhism offers a pathway to peace and happiness that can be followed by all. Buddhists vow to find their true selves and gain wisdom to help both self and others escape suffering.
buddhism • suffering • knowledge • mind • actions
Buddhism offers a pathway to peace and happiness that can be followed by all. Buddhists vow to find their true selves and gain wisdom to help both self and others escape suffering.
buddhism • suffering • knowledge • mind • actions
The Spread of Buddhism to East Asia, Part I
The first part of a short series of articles on the spread of Buddhism to East Asia, this article deals with the early emergence of Buddhist thought in China.
buddhism • china • india • pilgrim monks • silk road
The first part of a short series of articles on the spread of Buddhism to East Asia, this article deals with the early emergence of Buddhist thought in China.
buddhism • china • india • pilgrim monks • silk road
The Spread of Buddhism to East Asia: Fa Hsien's Journey
An introduction to the journey of the Chinese monk Fa Hsien's journey to India in 402 and his importance in spreading Buddhism in China.
china • india • lumbini • buddhism • java
An introduction to the journey of the Chinese monk Fa Hsien's journey to India in 402 and his importance in spreading Buddhism in China.
china • india • lumbini • buddhism • java
A Basis for a Buddhist Ethic
This article looks at the basis for Buddhist ethics found in the desire to end the suffering experienced by all sentient beings.
buddha • buddhism • ethics • suffering • five precepts
This article looks at the basis for Buddhist ethics found in the desire to end the suffering experienced by all sentient beings.
buddha • buddhism • ethics • suffering • five precepts
All Men Are My Children
The life and importance of the Emperor Asoka, who helped create Buddhism as a faith of international standing.
india • sri lanka • buddhism • dharma • kalinga
The life and importance of the Emperor Asoka, who helped create Buddhism as a faith of international standing.
india • sri lanka • buddhism • dharma • kalinga
An American Buddhist Pilgrimage
A brief portrait of an American Buddhist holy site near Fort Collins, Colorado.
shambhala • stupa • chogyam trungpa • sakyong mipham rinpoche • dharmakaya
A brief portrait of an American Buddhist holy site near Fort Collins, Colorado.
shambhala • stupa • chogyam trungpa • sakyong mipham rinpoche • dharmakaya
Bengal
Bengal is the ancient land that is now Bangladesh. This article looks at its history and people.
bangladesh • india • steppes • hindu • buddhism
Bengal is the ancient land that is now Bangladesh. This article looks at its history and people.
bangladesh • india • steppes • hindu • buddhism
Bonsai Trees
Bonsai trees embody the profound Zen philosophy. This article first explains this embodiment and then gives an outline of the types of bonsai and how to cultivate them.
bonsai • bonsai trees • zen • zen buddhism • horticulture
Bonsai trees embody the profound Zen philosophy. This article first explains this embodiment and then gives an outline of the types of bonsai and how to cultivate them.
bonsai • bonsai trees • zen • zen buddhism • horticulture
Cannibals in the South Seas
Cannibalism continued until the early twentieth century in parts of Indonesia. In Sumatra, Malacca and elsewhere, religion, punishment and hunger led people to eat others
cannibalism • indonesia • sumatra • malaysia • vajrayana buddhism
Cannibalism continued until the early twentieth century in parts of Indonesia. In Sumatra, Malacca and elsewhere, religion, punishment and hunger led people to eat others
cannibalism • indonesia • sumatra • malaysia • vajrayana buddhism
Dakini
Dakinis are depicted as naked, beautfiul goddesses flying gracefully through the sky. What is their purpose and their real nature?
buddhism • vajrayana • apsara • shakti • enlightenment
Dakinis are depicted as naked, beautfiul goddesses flying gracefully through the sky. What is their purpose and their real nature?
buddhism • vajrayana • apsara • shakti • enlightenment
Japanese Tea Ceremony
The Japanese tea ceremony began during the Medieval Age and has continued with few changes since the formalized rules were created.
tea ceremony • samurai • japanese medieval age • zen buddhism • teahouses
The Japanese tea ceremony began during the Medieval Age and has continued with few changes since the formalized rules were created.
tea ceremony • samurai • japanese medieval age • zen buddhism • teahouses
Journeying to the Cave Temple Seokguram Grotto
Elaborate Buddhist carvings decorate the man made granite cavern of Seokguram Grotto. This historic cave temple is still an architectural mystery today.
seokguram grotto • cave temples • silla buddhism • korean temples • kim daesong
Elaborate Buddhist carvings decorate the man made granite cavern of Seokguram Grotto. This historic cave temple is still an architectural mystery today.
seokguram grotto • cave temples • silla buddhism • korean temples • kim daesong
Kaiseki: Boston-style
Kaiseki - a traditional Kyoto cuisine developed along with the evolution of cha-do or tea ceremony. Kyoto is the birthplace of cha-do, kaiseki, and more.
kyoto • kaiseki • tea ceremony • cha-do • kamakura
Kaiseki - a traditional Kyoto cuisine developed along with the evolution of cha-do or tea ceremony. Kyoto is the birthplace of cha-do, kaiseki, and more.
kyoto • kaiseki • tea ceremony • cha-do • kamakura
Physics Through the Ages: Part 1
Understanding how physics developed in the past helps us understand where it may be going in the future, but it also sheds insight on how we perceive the natural world.
physics ancient india • physics buddhism • mo tzu • aristotle • natural philosophy
Understanding how physics developed in the past helps us understand where it may be going in the future, but it also sheds insight on how we perceive the natural world.
physics ancient india • physics buddhism • mo tzu • aristotle • natural philosophy
Religious Metaphors Misinterpreted
According to Paramahansa Yogananda, all religions serve the same purpose: to reunite one's soul with the Supreme Soul or God.
religious metaphors misinterpreted • all relligions have same purpose • hinduism • buddhism • judaism
According to Paramahansa Yogananda, all religions serve the same purpose: to reunite one's soul with the Supreme Soul or God.
religious metaphors misinterpreted • all relligions have same purpose • hinduism • buddhism • judaism
Superstition
Why is superstition so prevalent in Thailand and what does it mean for decision-making by leading figures?
black magic in thailand • superstition in thailand • syncretism and buddhism • lamaist buddhism in thailand • nakhon sri thammarat
Why is superstition so prevalent in Thailand and what does it mean for decision-making by leading figures?
black magic in thailand • superstition in thailand • syncretism and buddhism • lamaist buddhism in thailand • nakhon sri thammarat
Thai Culture
An Introduction to Thai culture and being culturally sensitive in the country. As more and more people visit this country, the importance of responsible travel increases.
thai • thailand • culture • dos and don'ts • sensitivity
An Introduction to Thai culture and being culturally sensitive in the country. As more and more people visit this country, the importance of responsible travel increases.
thai • thailand • culture • dos and don'ts • sensitivity
The Dream of Red Mansions
Cao Xueqin's epic novel The Dream of Red Mansions is the greatest and most influential work of literature in the history of China.
chinese literature • buddhism • confucianism • foot binding • women in society
Cao Xueqin's epic novel The Dream of Red Mansions is the greatest and most influential work of literature in the history of China.
chinese literature • buddhism • confucianism • foot binding • women in society
The Gandhara Art
The Invasions of Alexander led to the spread of Greek cultural and artistic influences. The Gandhara Art form was born as Buddhism encountered Greek ideas and techniques
gandhara • buddhism • greek • kushans • alexander
The Invasions of Alexander led to the spread of Greek cultural and artistic influences. The Gandhara Art form was born as Buddhism encountered Greek ideas and techniques
gandhara • buddhism • greek • kushans • alexander
The Jatakas
Has your child read Aesop's fables? Does he want to read more stories involving clever animals and wise people? Are you searching for stories that teach important life lessons every child should learn? If you've answered yes to any one of these questions, then it is time you looked into the Jatakas.
jataka • buddhism • etext • books • kids
Has your child read Aesop's fables? Does he want to read more stories involving clever animals and wise people? Are you searching for stories that teach important life lessons every child should learn? If you've answered yes to any one of these questions, then it is time you looked into the Jatakas.
jataka • buddhism • etext • books • kids
The Zen of....
Mystical and mysterious Zen has seen a growth in American pop culture. What is Zen and what makes it so useful for the art of motorcycle maintenance?
zen • religion • zazen • buddhism • koan
Mystical and mysterious Zen has seen a growth in American pop culture. What is Zen and what makes it so useful for the art of motorcycle maintenance?
zen • religion • zazen • buddhism • koan
Tibetan Prayer Wheel, Sun Valley
Commemorating the Dalai Lama's "Healing Address" on the 4th anniversary of 9/11 in the United States, the Tibetan Prayer Wheel is a remembrance of His Holiness.
tibetan prayer wheel • sun valley • idaho • the dalai lama • buddhism
Commemorating the Dalai Lama's "Healing Address" on the 4th anniversary of 9/11 in the United States, the Tibetan Prayer Wheel is a remembrance of His Holiness.
tibetan prayer wheel • sun valley • idaho • the dalai lama • buddhism
Are You in a Cult? Probably. . .
There have always been what we call cults. But did you know that if you are a member of literally anything, it just might be you belong to a cult. No? Don't be too certain. . .
new thought • science of mind • unity • cults • religion
There have always been what we call cults. But did you know that if you are a member of literally anything, it just might be you belong to a cult. No? Don't be too certain. . .
new thought • science of mind • unity • cults • religion
But Why A Pig?
What is Feng Shui? How is it connected to Chinese Astrology? Why am I a pig? Find out here!
buddhist • buddhism • feng shui • chinese astrology • pig
What is Feng Shui? How is it connected to Chinese Astrology? Why am I a pig? Find out here!
buddhist • buddhism • feng shui • chinese astrology • pig
Dealing with emotions (II)
In this second part, I examine the concrete means we can use to live rationally with our emotions.
judgment • compassion • spirituality • spiritual • religion
In this second part, I examine the concrete means we can use to live rationally with our emotions.
judgment • compassion • spirituality • spiritual • religion
Doubts and Obstacles
Some common obstacles to practice: attachment to bliss; sluggishness; doubt; other obstacles.
buddhism • obstacles • doubt • sogyal rinpoche • neutral mind.
Some common obstacles to practice: attachment to bliss; sluggishness; doubt; other obstacles.
buddhism • obstacles • doubt • sogyal rinpoche • neutral mind.
Mara, the Buddhist Manifestation of Evil
Mara, the Buddhist personification of evil, is often called the Buddhist "devil". Find out why this title is misleading, and learn about one of the more sinister figures of Buddhist tradition.
buddhism • mara • buddha • evil • buddhist
Mara, the Buddhist personification of evil, is often called the Buddhist "devil". Find out why this title is misleading, and learn about one of the more sinister figures of Buddhist tradition.
buddhism • mara • buddha • evil • buddhist
Moments
Finding the basis of Metta, awareness, in everyday life.
buddhism • metta • awareness • moments • five hindrances
Finding the basis of Metta, awareness, in everyday life.
buddhism • metta • awareness • moments • five hindrances
Pilgrimage to India: Chapter One : Setting the Scene in Bodhgaya
Descriptions of Bodhgaya, setting for teachings by the Dalai Lama, December, 1999.
dalai lama • bodhgaya • teachings • december • shantideva
Descriptions of Bodhgaya, setting for teachings by the Dalai Lama, December, 1999.
dalai lama • bodhgaya • teachings • december • shantideva
Religion in the Martial Arts
In the West, many religious fanatics preach that the martial arts are a pagan practice that forces heathen beliefs on its students. They use this ignorant belief to argue that the arts should not be studied by the righteous. Others have countered by starting clubs that teach "Christian martial arts" -- organizations that make it safe for students to learn the arts without fear of being corrupted by blasphemy. Both groups show their ignorance that arises from an ignorance of what religion means in Asian culture.
"martial arts" • religion • buddhism • taoism • christian
In the West, many religious fanatics preach that the martial arts are a pagan practice that forces heathen beliefs on its students. They use this ignorant belief to argue that the arts should not be studied by the righteous. Others have countered by starting clubs that teach "Christian martial arts" -- organizations that make it safe for students to learn the arts without fear of being corrupted by blasphemy. Both groups show their ignorance that arises from an ignorance of what religion means in Asian culture.
"martial arts" • religion • buddhism • taoism • christian
Srivijaya: The First Indonesian State
The ancient state of Srivijaya in the islands of Indonesia is described and placed in historical context.
indonesia • thalassocracy • maritime trade • islamisation • buddhism
The ancient state of Srivijaya in the islands of Indonesia is described and placed in historical context.
indonesia • thalassocracy • maritime trade • islamisation • buddhism
Teachers and Teachings
Recent Teachers and Teachings
tibet • buddhism • drepung loseling • lhamo nuns • windhorse
Recent Teachers and Teachings
tibet • buddhism • drepung loseling • lhamo nuns • windhorse
The British Conquest of Burma: The Process of Empire
The third part of the series on the British conquest of Burma concentrates on the mechanics of creating a colonised state.
burma • colonisation • empire • buddhism
The third part of the series on the British conquest of Burma concentrates on the mechanics of creating a colonised state.
burma • colonisation • empire • buddhism
The Haiku of Basho
An introduction to the haiku verse form of Japan and the life and work of Matsuo Basho, its greatest practitioner.
haiku • basho • japanese poetry • nature • zen buddhism
An introduction to the haiku verse form of Japan and the life and work of Matsuo Basho, its greatest practitioner.
haiku • basho • japanese poetry • nature • zen buddhism
The Individual and the Collective
Between myopic categorizations of the individual and the collective lies the dynamic nature of Existence.
spirituality • spiritual • religion • reason • objectivism
Between myopic categorizations of the individual and the collective lies the dynamic nature of Existence.
spirituality • spiritual • religion • reason • objectivism
The Reiki Bliss by Linda Vaughan,RMT
This article is about the popular Japanese Healing Technique known as Reiki and the little discussed state of Satori that is associated with it at advanced levels.
reiki • satori • enlightenment • healing • usui
This article is about the popular Japanese Healing Technique known as Reiki and the little discussed state of Satori that is associated with it at advanced levels.
reiki • satori • enlightenment • healing • usui
VIETNAM: On Death and Dying .
Vietnamese view the soul as indestructible and that their actions while living will be compensated after their death and subsequent rebirth according to the different laws of karma in the doctrine of reincarnation. The Vietnamese Buddhists carry out the funeral rituals in accordance to these beliefs.
death • dying • terrorism • vietnamese • funeral
Vietnamese view the soul as indestructible and that their actions while living will be compensated after their death and subsequent rebirth according to the different laws of karma in the doctrine of reincarnation. The Vietnamese Buddhists carry out the funeral rituals in accordance to these beliefs.
death • dying • terrorism • vietnamese • funeral
Winter Solstice
Sam Wormley talks about the true meaning of the Solstice.
solstice • death • history • rituals • spirituality
Sam Wormley talks about the true meaning of the Solstice.
solstice • death • history • rituals • spirituality
Buddha and the Four Noble Truths
This article provides an overview of the main concepts of Buddhism and their meanings.
buddhism • biddhist beliefs • main concepts of buddhism • nirvana • buddha
This article provides an overview of the main concepts of Buddhism and their meanings.
buddhism • biddhist beliefs • main concepts of buddhism • nirvana • buddha
Michio Takeyama's Harp of Burma
An analysis of religion in Michio Takeyama's post-World War II novel, Harp of Burma.
michio takeyama • harp of burma • japan • japanese literature • books
An analysis of religion in Michio Takeyama's post-World War II novel, Harp of Burma.
michio takeyama • harp of burma • japan • japanese literature • books
Ancient Shinto Shrines
What were the shrines that the Japanese people erected to support their animist Shinto beliefs in the ancient past?
animist beliefs • japanese ancient religious thought • japan before buddhism • japanese shrines • miya ancient shrines
What were the shrines that the Japanese people erected to support their animist Shinto beliefs in the ancient past?
animist beliefs • japanese ancient religious thought • japan before buddhism • japanese shrines • miya ancient shrines