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Why Meditation isn’t Enough

by Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche| February 1, 2021

Why Meditation isn’t Enough

We can’t just blindly meditate, says Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche. Our practice must be illuminated by deep, critical study of the Buddhist teachings.

Wayne Shorter, Rogue Philosopher

by Rod Meade Sperry| August 11, 2020

Wayne Shorter, Rogue Philosopher

Rod Meade Sperry looks at the life, art, and Buddhism of the jazz great Wayne Shorter.

Swimming Upstream

by Koshin Paley Ellison| November 12, 2019

Swimming Upstream

Chinese legend has it that if a carp swims up a waterfall, it transforms into a dragon. Be like that carp, says Koshin Paley Ellison. Throw your whole self into waking up.

Big Shout, Big Echo

by Barbara Rhodes| September 30, 2019

Big Shout, Big Echo

It takes intensive meditation practice to wear away your habitual patterns and discover the enlightened nature underneath, says Barbara Rhodes.

Buddhism’s Next 40 Years: Deepening Our Practice and Study

by Melvin McLeod| September 20, 2019

Buddhism’s Next 40 Years: Deepening Our Practice and Study

In the third issue in our 40th anniversary series, Melvin McLeod looks at how Western Buddhists can deepen their practice and study of Buddhism.

Dharma U

by Daijaku Judith Kinst| September 20, 2019

Dharma U

University courses can help even committed practitioners expand their knowledge of Buddhism’s history and context, says Daijaku Judith Kinst. Academia is making a valuable contribution to the dharma, and vice versa.

To Go Beyond Words

by Judy Lief| September 20, 2019

To Go Beyond Words

Study and practice work together, says Judy Lief, to undermine ego. They’re the great disrupters.

Deep Dharma for a Complex Time

by Nisha Shah| September 20, 2019

Deep Dharma for a Complex Time

Nisha R. Shah of Spirit Rock Meditation Center looks at how to support the development of the seasoned, knowledgeable practitioners that Buddhism needs. Our best guide is the three jewels.

The Fierce Love of Eve Ensler

by Lindsay Kyte| August 16, 2019

The Fierce Love of Eve Ensler

As creator of The “Vagina Monologues,” Eve Ensler changed the way the world regards women’s bodies. Lindsay Kyte tells her story.

He’s Playing His Cards Right

by Haleigh Atwood| June 27, 2019

He’s Playing His Cards Right

Buddhist translator Scott Wellenbach won more than $650,000 playing poker. He’s giving it all away to charity.

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