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J.K. Rowling reveals Buddhist mythology in Harry Potter backstory

by Sam Littlefair| November 2, 2018

J.K. Rowling reveals Buddhist mythology in Harry Potter backstory

Keen observers might have noticed this Sanskrit reference many years ago, but recently J.K. Rowling made public that a key character is related to Buddhist deities.

Pema Chödrön on Waking Up — and Benefiting Others

by Pema Chödrön| February 25, 2017

Pema Chödrön on Waking Up — and Benefiting Others

Pema Chödrön offers her unique perspective on The Way of the Bodhisattva, and addresses how we free ourselves from powerful emotional spells.

Pema Chödrön’s reading go-to? Harry Potter

by Sam Littlefair| July 14, 2016

Pema Chödrön’s reading go-to? Harry Potter

What does America’s most beloved Buddhist nun do when her nerves get fried?

Emma Watson talks love of meditation, yoga, Buddhism

by Sam Littlefair| December 3, 2015

Emma Watson talks love of meditation, yoga, Buddhism

Watson says her interest in meditation is born of an interest in Buddhism.

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