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Spiritual writer and teacher Stephen Levine dies
The American spiritual writer and teacher Stephen Levine has died at age 78. A brief announcement on the Facebook page shared between Stephen and wife Ondrea Levine states: Dear Friends, Stephen passed away at home in his bed this afternoon after a long illness. He was 78 years old. His heart has gone to God. His…
What Is Lion’s Roar?
Our editor-in-chief explains how our magazine's new name reflects shifts in the vast and varied world of American Buddhism.
Watch Lama Chime Rinpoche’s tribute to David Bowie
In response to the loss of David Bowie, his friend and onetime teacher Lama Chime Rinpoche has issued a video tribute.
Shambhala Sun has changed its name to “Lion’s Roar”
Our new name, recognized by Buddhists of all traditions, expresses our long-standing mission to support genuine Buddhism in the West.
Mitsu Suzuki, widow of Zen pioneer Shunryu Suzuki, dies at age 101
Mitsu Suzuki, a fixture of American Zen, is ailing.
A New Year’s Resolution for the Planet
Nadia Colburn looks at how Buddhists and environmental activists can keep moving forward after the Paris Climate Conference.
Practicing Loving-Kindness in the Face of Danger
When “Luis” came in, something about his movements put everyone in my classroom on high alert.
Restlessness, Contentment, and “Kindfulness”
The Buddhist monk known as Ajahn Brahm talks about developing a sense of contentment, and not finding fault in your meditation practice.
The Most Frequently Asked Question
Does spiritual practice mean we can never get angry? No, says Sylvia Boorstein, it’s all how you work with it.
Neurotribes: The New Diversity
Steve Silberman’s book, "Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity," is changing the way we think about cognitive differences.
The More You Give, the Richer You Feel
Judy Lief looks at why generosity is the starting place for virtue.
Watch the trailer for “My Buddha is Punk”
My Buddha is Punk is a new documentary about a 25-year-old punk rocker in Burma, named Kyaw Kyaw, who uses his music to raise awareness of social issues.
How are Buddhists responding to the refugee crisis?
The refugee crisis: there's lots of quibbling (and worse) going on around it. But the reality is, only action can help.
How does concentration develop? [Video]
Michael Stone outlines the difference between mindfulness and concentration.
If Siddhartha Didn’t Leave Home
As A. Jesse Jiryu Davis meditates on the anniversary of the Buddha's enlightenment, he finds a tender connection to the young man who said goodbye to everything.
Emma Watson talks love of meditation, yoga, Buddhism
Watson says her interest in meditation is born of an interest in Buddhism.
Heart of the Dalai Lama
In this exclusive and heartfelt essay, Pico Iyer reveals the simple human secret that makes the Dalai Lama the most beloved spiritual figure in the world.
What is your favorite music lyric that reminds you of a Buddhist teaching?
In each issue of our magazine, we ask you, our readers, to "Share Your Wisdom" by answering a question we've put to you.
Book Briefs for Winter, 2015
Rory Lindsay reviews "A Historical Atlas of Tibet," "The Buddha on Wall Street," "Buddhisms: An Introduction," "The Chan Whip Anthology," and more.