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Obituary: Diane Hittleman, yoga teacher
Diane Hittleman was a yoga teacher and Buddhist practitioner who helped introduce and popularize hatha yoga in the U.S. in the 1960s.
Seeing Dharma
Koun Franz reviews "Icons and Iconoclasm in Japanese Buddhism: Kukai and Dogen on the Art of Enlightenment", by Pamela D. Winfield.
Reviews: Inventing the Buddha
Annabelle Pitkin reviews "From Stone to Flesh: A Brief History of the Buddha", by Donald Lopez, Jr.
Book Briefs – Summer 2013
Brief summaries of Buddhist books from the Summer 2013 issue of Buddhadharma magazine.
How to Live on Planet Earth: Poets and fans remember Nanao Sakaki
The San Francisco Poetry Center and Green Arcade Books hosted a tribute to Nanao Sakaki in a mattress factory. Report by Steve Silberman.
Rebirth – An excerpt from Chris Lemig’s The Narrow Way: A Memoir of Coming Out, Getting Clean and Finding Buddha
Even at twelve, Chris Lemig knew he was gay -- he just didn't want to believe it. Spurred on by intolerance, ignorance, and fear, he took his first steps into the closet.
From The Under 35 Project: “And then you find your essence…”
"They tell me that this is a story of courage," writes Sarah Lipton. "For me, it is a story that has been waiting to be shared for years."
The Dude and the Zen Master
In the parlance of our times, Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges and Zen teacher Bernie Glassman have a bromance.
Understanding Emptiness & Interdependence
Emptiness and interdependence—they’re more than concepts; they’re key to realizing real-world benefits in our lives. His Holiness The Karmapa helps us put our wisdom into practice.
Journey to Awakening
The spiritual path is like any journey we take into uncharted territory—we need a map, a vehicle, and a guide to reach our destination. Judy Lief takes us on the three-yana journey of Vajrayana Buddhism.
Bear Witness to All of Life
Bernie Glassman on the three pure precepts—cease from evil, do good, and do good for others—and why they all come down to a single point.
My Father’s Gift — A story of loss and renewal
A guest post by Miriam Boleyn-Fitzgerald, author of Pictures of the Mind: What the New Neuroscience Tells Us About Who We Are.
Buddhadharma Book Reviews May 2013: From the Editor’s Desk
In this instalment of From the Editor's Desk, Review Editor Michael Sheehy looks at two pilgrimage travelogues, and a Nyingma master's work.
From The Under 35 Project: “A Lesson in Mindfulness on a Lazy Summer’s Day”
Christopher Willard's father’s magic trick taught him his first lesson on mindful awareness and the power of concentration at the age of seven
Remembering Richie Havens
A reflection on the legendary folk singer and guitarist Richie Havens after his passing.
We transform evil into good.
A teaching from Norman Fischer to help in these troubled times, as a semblance of peace seems to be returning to Boston.
From The Under 35 Project: “Getting With the Four Noble Truths”
In an essay from the Under 35 Project, Nick Walser explains how he sees and attempts to "do" the Four Noble Truths.
Why are Buddha heads springing up around Chicago?
Alongside the flowers, Chicago residents may notice something unusual popping up this spring — Buddha heads are appearing on grassy areas.
Buddhadharma Book Reviews April 2013: From the Editor’s Desk
In this installment of From the Editor's Desk, Review Editor Michael Sheehy looks at some new Buddhist books.
From The Under 35 Project: “Could We Be So Brave?”
Calling all young dharma practitioners! writes Jessica Bizub. "The world needs our genuine, open hearts. Could I be so brave?"