Dharma & Society

Seeking Buddha in Gaza

As a Buddhist and a Jew, Linda Hess considers how to respond with wisdom and compassion to the violence inflicted on the people of Gaza and the rage she feels about it. Paintings by Malak Mattar.

Linda Hess



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The Dalai Lama on Surviving the Climate Crisis Together

For the sake of future generations, the Dalai Lama tells journalist and activist Franz Alt, we must develop a sense of universal responsibility — for the earth and all humanity.

Find Freedom from Bias

Anu Gupta explains how faith, wisdom, and compassion can help us heal from internalized discrimination.

Sisterly Support for Our Becoming: The 19th Sakyadhita International Conference in Malaysia

The 19th Sakyadhita conference held in Malaysia in June brought together hundreds of Buddhist women to share practice, scholarship, and sisterhood. Pamela Ayo Yetunde reflects on the gathering.

The Single Life 

Why do so many people believe the key to feeling fulfilled is having a partner? Nhi Yến Đỗ Trần on how she finds fulfillment in simplicity, solitude, and self-discovery.

Commentary: Protecting Human Dignity from the Threat of Moral Nihilism

​In Vietnam for the UN International Day of Vesak in Ho Chi Minh City from May 5-8.​, Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi​ gave the ​May 6th keynote address​. ​H​is topic​: “Protecting Human Dignity from the Threat of Moral Nihilism.” In his concluding remarks he focuses on Gaza as “the epicenter of the contest between the forces of moral nihilism and our obligation to protect human dignity.” An adaptation of the address follows here.

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The Convergence of Catholicism and Zen

In this Q&A, Ruben Habito explains why he is both Catholic and Zen Buddhist. In both traditions, he says, there’s a stillness where no words are needed.

How to Free Yourself from the 7 Obsessions

To free ourselves from habitual patterns, says Valerie Mason-John, we need to see how they have become part of our identity.

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Buddhist Wisdom for Working with Political Division with Tania Israel

Buddhist Wisdom for Working with Political Division with Tania Israel

Dr. Tania Israel, Professor of Counseling Psychology and Associate Dean for DEI at the University of California, Santa Barbara, offers invaluable insights on bridging political divides with compassion.

The Secret Lives of Buddhist Scholars with Pierce Salguero

The Secret Lives of Buddhist Scholars with Pierce Salguero

Dr. Pierce Salguero speaks about a survey he conducted among Buddhist studies scholars, providing an insightful look into the changing landscape of Buddhist scholarship.

Melvin McLeod and The Complete Path of Mindfulness

The Complete Path of Mindfulness with Melvin McLeod

In this conversation, Lion’s Roar associate publisher Beth Wallace speaks with editor-in-chief Melvin McLeod about the Complete Path of Mindfulness, which presents mindfulness as a way of life that integrates meditation with insight, ethics, compassion, and community.

A Zen Priest's Journey in Unitarian Universalism with James Ishmael Ford

A Zen Priest’s Journey in Unitarian Universalism with James Ishmael Ford

In this episode, Lion's Roar Assistant Editor Sandi Rankaduwa speaks with James Ishmael Ford, a Zen priest and Unitarian Universalist minister.

Designing the Modern Contemplative’s Toolkit with David Germano

Designing the Modern Contemplative’s Toolkit with David Germano

Tibetologist David Germano discusses his work on the Generative Contemplation Initiative, a suite of projects that explore in depth the research on contemplative practices.

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