As Americans evolve and endure significant environmental, economic, and societal changes we all experience feelings of fear, hope, and wonder. As a group, the Buddhist community seems poorly suited to embrace the needs of those looking for new answers. Of the many Buddhist sects, Zen Buddhism has enjoyed the largest increase in adherents, quite possibly as a result of practices which appear to be more practical to an American audience. Over the past several decades many Sangha’s have been bor... Read Full Story

I realize that my blog posting has been a bit sparse…ok, ok.. downright non-existent over the last two weeks. Much has been going on both at work and in my personal life. I have what I think is good news though; I have been building a Buddhist Forum/resources/blog for Independent/Solo Buddhists. It’s not completely ready still; I have to put up some threads and figure out how the forum works better, but it’s up. Seems like this may be a real benefit for many who can’t or don’t wish to attend ... Read Full Story

Geesh, I wish that the article said something about Obama’s response to China. Basically, China is Asking Obama to keep the Dalai Lama out of the U.S. now. You have to wonder how much leverage we will give China because we owe them Billions. I certainly hope that Obama told them to go to Hell. Read Full Story

In life there are many paths, whether we are speaking about our career, religion, or a walk in the woods. Each path has its own beauty; some inspire, some challenge, and some let us find much needed relaxation or comfort. Read Full Story

Buddhist Study The Four Noble Truths The Eightfold Path(PDF - Jack Kornfield) Ambud on Reincarnation Buddhist Books and reviews Coming Soon Dalai Lama Pema Chodron Sharon Salzberg Dalai Lama on Four Noble Truths - Part I Unfortuneately, This video had to be removed If you have netflix online I know you can find it there. Search dalai lama or four noble truths. Links Archives About Buddhism Buddhist News Buddhist Quotes Budding Buddhist Critics of Buddhism - Propagating Misunderstan... Read Full Story

- Silly Pill And our silly pill of the week award goes to the folks at http://openenlightenment.org, where you can find constant conversation about the amazing March 2009 enlightenment of both Bloggers; Duncan and Alan. The site back links to another site: http://www.thebaptistshead.co.uk, which is also authored by both men, There you can read an actual account of there false enlightenment, complete with flash-Bang white lights and everything. The writing on the site is actually quite... Read Full Story

As Shiva danced the sages realized that Shiva had flayed the tiger of their ambition, tamed the serpent of their passion and crushed the goblin of their ego. His dance captured the rhythm of life, the cosmic cycle of generation, organization and destruction. I am aware that Shiva is basically considered a Hindu god; there are also references to Shiva in Buddhism where he is recognized as a Bodhisattva. I thought I would have a little fun with Halloween. Read Full Story

Dalai Lama to Visit Indian Region Claimed by China I found this news article today it mentions several developments with regard to Tibet and The Dalai Lama. The article focuses primarily on H.H visit to an area in India that is largely Tibetan Buddhists, which China is now claiming as part of its territory. Every time I read an article like this I am struck by two things: China has changed very little in its human rights and desire to take whatever it likes by what ever means necessary. One m... Read Full Story

If you asked me 4 years ago, “What is Buddhism?” I would have given you some very incorrect answer like, “Oh, Buddhism is the same as Christianity; only found in Asian countries.” Read Full Story

The Unemployed Buddhist There isn’t much Buddhism in this blog post, but I wanted to give an update. It’s been a while since I’ve written a new article for this series. The reason that I haven’t written is that with the exception of our normal ups and downs, there has been very little to write about. One of the best/worst things about a small business is that things can change very rapidly. Lately, it seemed like our company was beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel, and in so... Read Full Story