The protuberance at the top of the Buddha’s head is known as the ushnisha, which is one of the traditional thirty-two marks of the physical body of a buddha.
Investigación independiente confirma “abuso físico, sexual y emocional” por parte de Sogyal Rinpoche
Una investigación independiente sobre las denuncias contra el maestro budista tibetano Sogyal Lakar (conocido ampliamente como Sogyal Rinpoche), fundador de la comunidad Rigpa, descubrió que cometió actos de “abuso físico, sexual y emocional grave”.
What Are the Three Yanas?
In the Vajrayana Buddhist tradition, the three yanas are vehicles that carry you along the path to enlightenment.
After Noah Levine sexual misconduct investigation, Against the Stream centers to shut down; Update: Levine responds
Noah Levine. Photo by Jakob Lagerstedt.On Saturday, Noah Levine sent an open letter to the Against the Stream and Refuge Recovery communities addressing the allegations of sexual misconduct against him and the organization’s decision to shut down its centers.
Why do Buddhists bow?
In Asian traditions, bowing is a gesture of humbleness and respect, but it can seem strange in the modern West.
Report details new allegations of sexual assault in Shambhala community
Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Photo via Festival of Faiths on Flickr.Previous reports detailed nine allegations of sexual harassment and assault in Shambhala, including by the head of the organization.
Inside the Fall 2018 issue of Buddhadharma: The Practitioner’s Quarterly
The Fall 2018 issue of Buddhadharma is available now. Preview the magazine contents and sample articles and teachings.
Jezebel reports additional allegations against Noah Levine
Noah Levine. Photo by Jakob Lagerstedt.A feature article on Jezebel published Tuesday reports that multiple women have accused Buddhist teacher Noah Levine of sexual misconduct.
Who Was Jamgon Kongtrul?
Who was Jamgon Kongtrul and who are his successors?
What happens at a Buddhist funeral?
What happens at a Buddhist funeral? We answer your questions on Buddhism and meditation.








