The simple act of washing your hands helps you to take care of yourself and the world around you. Trudy Goodman shares her instructions.
How Buddhist Centers are Responding to Coronavirus
Due to the current outbreak of coronavirus affecting over 100 countries, many Buddhist centers are taking precautions to protect against the virus and its spread.
Soka Gakkai International’s president issues 38th annual peace proposal
Daisaku Ikeda, president of the Buddhist organization Soka Gakkai International (SGI), which describes itself as a “worldwide Buddhist network promoting peace, culture, and education,” has issued “Toward Our Shared Future: Constructing an Era of Human Solidarity,” his 38th annual peace proposal. The proposal centers on tackling climate change, offering three commitments toward action against global warming. […]
Buddhist author and translator Sherab Chödzin Kohn dies
Sherab Chödzin Kohn. Photo via The Chronicle.Buddhist author and translator Sherab Chödzin Kohn died during the night of January 22 at his home in Boulder, Colorado.
Ram Dass lives on in collaborative album with East Forest
Musician East Forest’s collaborative album with the late Ram Dass encompasses his lifetime of wisdom in 14 tracks, bringing his teachings to life.
Chapman University suspends travel course to Shambhala Mountain Center
The Great Stupa at Shambhala Mountain Center. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.Chapman University has suspended its January travel course to Shambhala Mountain Center in Colorado following allegations reported in a Chapman News student journalism story about events that occurred during last years’ course.
Thich Nhat Hanh returns to Vietnam after health check-up in Thailand
Thich Nhat Hanh in Vietnam in October.Thich Nhat Hanh traveled back to Huế, Vietnam to Từ Hiếu Root Temple on January 4th following medical checkups in Thailand.
Ram Dass, spiritual pioneer, dies at 88
The spiritual teacher and psychologist, Ram Dass, and author of “Be Here Now,” died on December 22, 2019 in Maui, Hawaii. He was 88.
These Days of Less Sunlight
Each Friday, we share three topical longreads in our Weekend Reader newsletter. This week, LionsRoar.com’s associate editor Lilly Greenblatt looks at the bittersweet lessons of winter.
Iggy Pop, Patti Smith, and Laurie Anderson to perform at 2020 Tibet House benefit
Iggy Pop, Patti Smith, and Laurie Anderson will perform at the Tibet House US 33rd Anniversary Benefit Concert on February 26, 2020.