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Who Was the Buddha?

by Barbara O'Brien| July 7, 2020

Who Was the Buddha?

“Buddha” means “one who is awake.” The Buddha who lived 2,600 years ago was not a god. He was an ordinary person, named Siddhartha Gautama.

Women in Buddhism: Profiles, Conversations, and Teachings

by Lion's Roar Staff| March 6, 2020

Women in Buddhism: Profiles, Conversations, and Teachings

For International Women’s Day, here’s a collection of our best teachings from, profiles on, and conversations with women in Buddhism.

Buddhist Glossary

by Lion's Roar Staff| January 31, 2020

Buddhist Glossary

Definitions of key Buddhist terms, from Abhidharma to Zen.

Buddhism by the Numbers

by Lion's Roar Staff| November 22, 2019

Buddhism by the Numbers

Buddhism is full of lists and numbers. Find explanations of some of the most important of these, how they connect, and why they’re important.

How to Meditate: The Buddhist Guide

by Lion's Roar Staff| October 4, 2019

How to Meditate: The Buddhist Guide

Meditation isn’t very hard. In fact: if you can breathe, you can meditate. Learn how to meditate, as taught by the Buddha, with our easy-to-follow guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about Buddhism

by Lion's Roar Staff| July 26, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions about Buddhism

Find short answers to the most common questions about Buddhism.

The Best of the Dalai Lama: Life, Quotes, Teachings, and Books

by Lion's Roar Staff| July 6, 2019

The Best of the Dalai Lama: Life, Quotes, Teachings, and Books

An introduction to the life and teachings of the Dalai Lama, teacher, educator, science enthusiast, and political leader.

LGBTQ Buddhists: Teachings, Profiles, and Conversations

by Haleigh Atwood| June 13, 2019

LGBTQ Buddhists: Teachings, Profiles, and Conversations

A collection of teachings from, profiles on, and conversations with LGBTQ folks in Buddhism.

The Best of Sharon Salzberg: Life, Teachings, Quotes, and Books

by Lion's Roar Staff| April 29, 2019

The Best of Sharon Salzberg: Life, Teachings, Quotes, and Books

An introduction to the life, books, and teachings of Sharon Salzberg, one of today’s best-known Buddhist teachers.

10 Great Buddhist Books, Recommended by 10 Buddhist Teachers

by Lion's Roar Staff| April 7, 2019

10 Great Buddhist Books, Recommended by 10 Buddhist Teachers

In this archive article from the Fall 2007 issue of Buddhadharma, ten Buddhist teachers, scholars, and writers recommend great Buddhist books.

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