15 leading African American Buddhist teachers will hold public dialogue in New York City.
Who Was Prajnatara?
Geoffrey Shugen Arnold tells the story of Prajnatara, the 27th “patriarch” of Indian Buddhism — who is believed to have been a woman.
Largest collection of Tibetan Buddhist literature now available on Internet Archive
The exposition on the graduated path by Kadam Master Sharawa Yontan Drak (1070-1141). Photo via the Internet Archive.The world’s largest collection of Tibetan Buddhist literature is now available on the Internet Archive.
The Hundred Thousand Songs of Milarepa: A New Translation
Tibetan translator Christopher Stagg died in a car accident on October 1, 2018. In tribute, we are republishing this excerpt from his recent translation of The Hundred Thousands Songs of Milarepa, which was featured in the Winter 2017 issue of Buddhadharma.
What is the Pali Canon?
The Pali Canon is the body of scriptures central to the Theravada school of Buddhism containing a large collection of teachings (suttas) attributed to the historical Buddha
Our Opportunity to Include All Genders in Buddhist Communities
As a trans practitioner, Ray Buckner has struggled to find a sense of belonging in Buddhist spaces. They offer suggestions for how we can better support sangha members of all genders.
The Town of Peace and Kindness
When hundreds of Taiwanese Buddhist monastics moved to a small farming town in Canada, they learned they had more in common with the locals than anyone expected.
Wayne Shorter’s Musical Masterwork, Emanon, Is a Big Mind Adventure
Wayne Shorter is one of jazz’s great geniuses, and at 85 remains an inspired, inspiring workhorse. His new three-disc album — which comes matched with a graphic novel — showcases his innovation, recalls his storied career, and reflects his Buddhist practice.
What’s the difference between a Buddhist church, temple, and center?
What’s the difference between a Buddhist church, temple, and center? We answer your questions on Buddhism and meditation.
Pema Chödrön apologizes for dismissing allegation of sexual assault from young woman
Pema Chödrön. Photo by Liza Matthews.On Saturday, famed Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön released a statement responding to an allegation that she once dismissed a woman’s report that she was raped by a Shambhala Center director.









