Where the Dalai Lama’s Reincarnation Will (and Won’t) Be Found
Matteo Pistono on Voice for the Voiceless: Over Seven Decades of Struggle With China, the new book by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. The book, he writes, is the Dalai Lama’s response — not just to Beijing, but to history itself.
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Women of Wisdom
Throughout history, women have played a vital role in the unfolding of the dharma. This collection brings together teachings, stories, and perspectives celebrating the resilience, wisdom, and dedication of women who have paved their own way in Buddhist traditions.
Tara, the First Feminist
Since becoming ordained four decades ago, Lama Tsultrim Allione has faced her share of challenges and sexism.
Enlightenment Is a Male Fantasy
Gesshin Greenwood offers an alternative to the “male fantasy” of striving for enlightenment.
Making Our Way: On Women and Buddhism
Grace Schireson, Christina Feldman, Rita Gross, and Lama Palden Drolma discuss how women are defining new roles as Buddhist leaders, teachers, and practitioners.
The Teacher & The Student
All about this most crucial of dharma relationships — what a teacher (ideally) is, how to know when one is right (or wrong) for you, how to be a student, understanding the guru-disciple bond in Vajrayana Buddhism, and more.
The Treasure of the Teacher
“You do the practice, you realize the way,” writes Norman Fischer. “And yet you must begin by finding a teacher you can have faith in.”
A Meeting of Minds
Anne C. Klein on the importance of listening, relating, and actively engaging with our teachers as the foundation for a genuine, transformative connection with them.
When You Are Ready…
Willa Blythe Baker on the many forms in which our teachers might manifest, including even our body and our community.
On Taking Refuge
Lama Hun Lye explores the importance of the Three Refuges to Buddhists, and what it really means to “take refuge.”
Does No-Thought Mean No Thought?
Working with thoughts is a central practice in Buddhism. But what does that mean exactly? Are we truing to stop thoughts or not? A Chan Buddhist view.
Exploring AI and Buddhism: A Conversation with Khyentse Vision Project
Buddhadharma’s Mariana Restrepo interviewed KVP’s Dolma Gunther, Casey Forgues, and Zack Beer about AI’s impact on Buddhism and its significance for translators and practitioners.
Dancing the Dakini Chöd Cham of Machig Labdrön
Dancer and journalist Karen Greenspan takes us on her journey to learn the traditional dance of the Tibetan Buddhist Chöd practice of Machig Labdrön. The practice empowers female practitioners in Bhutan, sustains the tradition in both the Himalayas and the West, and showcases how we can preserve cultural and spiritual traditions.
Sacred Places, Sacred Teachings: Following the Footsteps of the Buddha
Read a review of Sacred Places, Sacred Teachings: Following the Footsteps of the Buddha by Khenchen Konchog Gyaltsen, plus an excerpt courtesy of its publisher, Wisdom Publications.
The Roots of Goodness: Zen Master Dogen’s Teaching on the Eight Qualities of a Good Person
Read a review of The Roots of Goodness: Zen Master Dogen’s Teaching on the Eight Qualities of a Good Person by y Eihei Dogen Zenji, commentary by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, translated with an introduction by Daitsu Tom Wright, plus an excerpt courtesy of its publisher, Shambhala Publications.
Dharma Books: Excerpts
Buddhism A–Z
Learn all about key Buddhist terms, concepts, and traditions in our in-depth glossary — perfect for beginners and committed dharma practitioners alike.