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What Are the Three Devadutas?

by Mu Soeng| October 4, 2019

What Are the Three Devadutas?

Devaduta is pali for “divine messengers.” It is said that the Buddha embarked on his quest for enlightenment after encountering three devadutas: a sick person, an old man, and a corpse.

The Lessons of Life’s Vital Moments

by Adyashanti| March 26, 2019

The Lessons of Life’s Vital Moments

Transformation happens in life’s “vital moments,” says Adyashanti — the moments when something changes, and we must redefine our whole identity.

Nibbana Is Giving Up, Letting Go, and Being Free

by Ajahn Chah| October 30, 2018

Nibbana Is Giving Up, Letting Go, and Being Free

Ajahn Chah explains some of Buddhisms most important principles, including nirvana, samadhi, and why it’s important to “Be really careful!”

What Are the Three Kinds of Suffering?

by Lion's Roar Staff| June 4, 2017

What Are the Three Kinds of Suffering?

Suffering is the central problem that Buddhism addresses, and recognizing our suffering is the first step to its solution.

Knowing This Truth is Noble

by Traleg Rinpoche| January 20, 2017

Knowing This Truth is Noble

When we accept dukkha or suffering in all its forms we stop denying it. A person is noble when one understands dukkha and how to work with it.

Ask the Teachers: How can we practice when dealing with dementia?

by Lion's Roar Staff| July 13, 2016

Ask the Teachers: How can we practice when dealing with dementia?
abortion, buddhadharma, lion's roar, buddhism, narayan helen liebenson, blanche hartman, tenzin wangyal rinpochePictured: Zenkei Blanche Hartman, Narayan Helen Liebenson, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Photos by Barbara Wenger, Janine Guldener, Mary Lang.

The teachers are asked “What happens to our right effort if we lose the ability to practice or to work with our mind?”

Now the Bad News: Birth, Old Age, Sickness, and Death

by Rachel Neumann, Stan Goldberg, Lewis Richmond and Brenda Feuerstein| July 1, 2013

Now the Bad News: Birth, Old Age, Sickness, and Death

A prince was so shocked that he went off to seek enlightenment. Now, birth, old age, sickness, and death is still the impetus for awakening.

When I’m 64

by Lion's Roar Staff| February 15, 2013

When I’m 64
Photo by Barbara Wenger.

How Buddhist communities can help their aging members. Introduction by Lewis Richmond.

Living and Dying With Dignity

by David Berman and Sheng-yen| June 1, 2009

Living and Dying With Dignity

With the death of Master Sheng Yen, Chan Buddhism lost a great teacher and its most prominent voice in the West.

Forum: You Mean I’m Going to Die Too?

by Judy Lief, Jan Chozen Bays, Ajahn Amaro, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche and Frank Ostaseski| March 1, 2009

Forum: You Mean I’m Going to Die Too?

Jan Chozen Bays, Ajahn Amaro, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, and Frank Ostaseski explore how to face aging and death with an open and fearless mind.

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