Category: Dharma & Society
New York Times on Jack Kornfield: “one huggable ex-monk”
On Wednesday, T Magazine, the New York Times’ style magazine, ran a profile on Jack Kornfield, the co-founder of Insight Meditation Society and Sprit Rock Meditation Center.
Understanding reincarnation at the Lincoln Center
In celebration of its new play about reincarnation, Manhattan’s Lincoln Center is hosting two talks on Tibetan Buddhism. The play, by Sarah Ruhl, is called, The Oldest Boy. It tells the story of an American toddler recognized as the reincarnation of a great Buddhist teacher. On Tuesday October 28th, the Lincoln Center will host “Life…
Business’s compassionate awakening?
According to Ryan Honeyman, the world’s biggest consultants are trying to persuade corporations be more socially and environmentally mindful.
Tsewang Dorji crafting new Buddha statue for Palyul Foundation of Canada
Palyul Foundation of Canada has commissioned Toronto-based Bhutanese artist Tsewang Dorji to craft a new Buddha image, now in progress.
Mobilizing for People’s Climate March
With less than a week remaining before the People’s Climate March in NYC, Bhikkhu Bodhi speaks to the urgency of the problem and the need for us to take action.
Anonymous: Contemporary Tibetan art at Queens Museum
Anonymous, an exhibit by modern Tibetan artists exploring self-expression, attribution, and identity in contemporary Tibet, will open at the Queens Museum Sept. 21 and run through Jan. 4, 2015. An opening reception will be held on opening day, 4-7 pm. In her review in the summer issue of Buddhadharma, Kay Larson explains the exhibition’s title:…
Buddhist singing bowls: lighting the way for better solar panels?
Via Business Insider Australia: “Niraj Lal, of the Australian National University, found during his PhD at the University of Cambridge, that small nano-sized versions of Buddhist singing bowls resonate with light in the same way as they do with sound. He’s applied this shape to solar cells to increase their ability to capture more light…
Check out The Melanthium Band, featuring the piano stylings of Zen teacher Lewis Richmond
The work of Lewis Richmond has been featured a number of times here, but now we’re looking at a different kind of work from the author and Zen teacher. “I have recently become part of a new music group called The Melanthium Band,” he writes. “Many people who know my books and teaching may not…
On Track with Paul Newman
Between movies, car racing, and salad dressing, Paul Newman was one of the world’s most recognizable celebrities. But he could still still and watch the rain fall.
Muslim organization offers meals and robes to Buddhist monks
Earlier this month, the Muslim Social Welfare Group of Mandalay made a powerful gesture of peace by offering robes and meals to about fifty monks at Ma Soe Yein Monastery.
Profile: Naropa University
Michael Haederle profiles the Naropa University, and Buddhist secondary education institute in Boulder, Colorado.
Video: Imogen Heap goes to Bhutan; inspired musicmaking ensues
Musician Imogen Heap went to Bhutan for "the amazing scenery, to meet people I didn't know much about, and to discover a new culture."
Buddhists Betray the Teachings: Jack Kornfield on the anti-Muslim violence in Myanmar
A religion known for nonviolence is being used to fuel a genocidal campaign against the Muslims of Burma.
Twenty-five worldwide events to mark “Year of Dalai Lama”
The Tibetan government has proclaimed 2014 to be the “Year of the Dalai Lama” to honor the 25th anniversary of his Nobel Peace Prize.
George Takei to address “Being Gay, Being Buddhist” seminar
Update: Read "Being Gay, Being Buddhist," George Takei's keynote address at the seminar, on Lion's Roar.
Sri Lanka Buddhist rally erupts into fatal anti-Muslim riot
A Buddhist-led protest march in southwestern Sri Lanka Sunday erupted into riots targeting the local Muslim population in three towns.
Let’s Talk: Can Buddhists Come Together on Climate Change?
Bob Doppelt discusses how Buddhists can come together on climate change and make a difference for our future.
Run for Freedom
Freerunning, or parkour, isn’t merely a daredevil’s game. It’s a way to reappropriate our urban spaces as training grounds for body and mind. Vincent Thibault on how running, jumping, and climbing can beautify our cities—and our lives. With photos by Andy Day.
Openly gay Thai Buddhist monk concerns censors after TV appearance
One of Thailand’s only openly gay Buddhist monks who has been willing to discuss his life and choices publicly was censored.