I am finally considering finalizing my conversion to it, however before I do, I want to make sure I have everything down correctly on rules. I understand the noble truths and all that, but can someon…

I'm wondering if people would be interested in sharing what they know about Oḍḍiyāna (ཨུ་རྒྱན་)? Also named: Skt. uddiyana, oddiyana, and Tib., u rgyan, o rgyan: Urgyen, Orgyan.

This is a topic we have had before but I couldn't find it with search. I found a discussion on buddhism connect (a free email of question/answer with Lama Shenpen) that pertained to teacher relation…

hell is as real as anything else.

Are they real places where we may end up after death if we're not careful, or are they states of mind we may experience during life? Or both? What did the Buddha teach? What do different tradition…

Not an endorsement just my prediction after the Iowa caucus.

One of the most awesome and hilarious things I've seen. I believe there will be a documentary about it Tuesday night on Nat Geo. Looking forward to it.

Most Westerners who become fascinated with Zen Buddhism are intrigued with its reputation as an anti-authoritarian, freedom-loving, individualistic tradition. Books by excellent writers like Alan Wat…

I think ZHUAN FALUN is one of the most interesting philosophies out there. Thoughts on this?

HI all, Merry Christmas to those who are in a Christmas area/country. Otherwise happy holidays of the mid winter variety. I must admit I am not aware enough of Buddhist holidays to celebrate those bu…