Rod Meade Sperry. Photo by Megumi Yoshida, 2024

Rod Meade Sperry

Rod Meade Sperry is the editor of Buddhadharma, Lion’s Roar’s online source for committed Buddhists, and the book A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation: Practical Advice and Inspiration from Contemporary Buddhist Teachers. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with his partner and their tiny pup, Sid.

Recent Articles

Dilgo Khyentse Yangsi Rinpoche is seen at his teaching throne.

Nepal’s Shechen Monastery ends affiliation with Dilgo Khyentse Yangsi 

The monastery announced the news via a statement released January 8.

Hozan Alan Senauke is seen in his Zen priest's robes.

Hozan Alan Senauke, abbot of Berkeley Zen Center, dies

Senauke was a musician, writer, and a major contributor to the Buddhist world, involved in the work of Buddhist Peace Fellowship, the International Network of Engaged Buddhists, and the Clear View Project, focused on affecting social change in Asia. In addition to being a writer and musician, Senauke was a major contributor to the Buddhist world and the work of Buddhist Peace Fellowship, the International Network of Engaged Buddhists, and the Clear View Project, focused on affecting social change in Asia.

Alan Senauke is seen playing guitar and singing.

Zen teacher Hozan Alan Senauke enters hospice care

"It's comforting to have nurses putting eyes on him in person," writes Senauke's wife, Laurie.

How to help sanghas and individuals affected by Helene

Here are some organizations that can make the most of any funds or energy you might be able to contribute.

Amanda Atwood of Harare, Zimbabwe is seen in a Buddhist hair-cutting ceremony, part of her ordination.

Pema Chödrön confers novice nun’s vows — for the first time

The subject of the ceremony was longtime Vajra Vidya Retreat Center resident, Amanda Atwood of Harare, Zimbabwe.