Category: Dharma & Society
A Challenge to Buddhists
Bhikkhu Bodhi looks at how Buddhist practice can be applied to the modern world in a way that provides aid to various problems of the age.
Politics of a Still Mind
Perry Garfinkel offers an appreciation of the deep personal realization behind Thich Nhat Hanh's philosophy of Engaged Buddhism.
Suffering Too Insignificant for the Majority to See
Alice Walker describes the great toll, both personal and societal, of racism in America, and how Buddhism has helped her heal its wounds.
Profile: Karma Triyana Dharmachakra
Andrea Miller profiles Karma Triyana Dharmachakra near Woodstock, New York.
Profile: Inquiring Mind
Barry Boyce discusses the history of the first Buddhist journal in the West, the Inquiring Mind, having reached its 25 year anniversary.
Thanks for the Dance: Pico Iyer considers Leonard Cohen
Pico Iyer considers Leonard Cohen—the ladies’ man, the balladeer, the Zen poet, and the essence of cool with a new love giving voice to his songs of parting and old age.
Profile: Unitarian Universalist Buddhist Fellowship
Barry Boyce reports on the growing community of Unitarian Universalists adopting Buddhist practices.
Who Does God Vote For?
Seeking an Alternative to the Christian Right: Barry Boyce reports on the movement to develop a political platform that is both progressive and spiritual.
Dharma for a Dangerous Time
The world may seem particularly dangerous and uncertain, but it’s wise to remember that the ways of history—and the dharma’s response—haven’t changed.
All in the Family
Katie Zdybel grew up on the music of James Taylor and Carly Simon. Their son Ben Taylor discusses how the love of music brings the generations together.
Forum: How Should I Help?
Forum with Paul Haller, Robina Courtin, and Bernie Glassman on the relationship between social engagement and Buddhist practice.
Profile: Snow Lion Publications
To the surprise of the publishing world, the Dalai Lama and his translator Jeffrey Hopkins decided to give the project to Snow Lion Publications.
Profile: Death of a Pioneer
The famous Buddhist scholar Herbert Guenther passed away on March 11, in Saskatchewan, at the age of 88. "Engagement with what matters" was his motto.
Robert Coles and the Moral Life
When so much talk of morality is marked by aggression and self-righteousness, Robert Coles, child psychiatrist, is a gentler and deeper moral voice.
Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo talks meditation
Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo speaks to Jeff Pardy about his introduction to meditative practice, and it’s impact on both his music and the band.
Creative Conflict
Barry Boyce reminisces on a September 11th tribute played at a Jazz club by Toshiko Akiyoshi.
Spring Comes, the Grass Grows by Itself: Remembering Zen Master Seung Sahn (1927-2004)
Stanley Lombardo remembers Zen Master Seung Sahn, founder of the Kwan Um School of Zen, who died in November.
The Future of Ice
Novelist Gretel Ehrlich spent a year travelling the world's coldest places, meditating on the experience of winter and exploring the polar regions.
Elaine Pagels’ Search for Christ the Mystic
Who was Christ, really? Barry Boyce profiles Elaine Pagels, the leading authority on Christianity's suppressed gospels.