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Dr. King’s Refrigerator

by Charles R. Johnson| January 18, 2021

Dr. King’s Refrigerator

Looking for a late-night snack, the young Martin Luther King, Jr., discovers instead the truth of interdependence. A short story by Charles Johnson.

India creates its first Buddhist-majority state, provoking diplomatic conflicts

by Sam Littlefair| August 8, 2019

India creates its first Buddhist-majority state, provoking diplomatic conflicts

On Tuesday, Indian lawmakers made significant administrative changes to the contested region of Kashmir, India.

What do Americans know about Buddhism? “Not much,” say most.

by Martine Panzica| July 26, 2019

What do Americans know about Buddhism? “Not much,” say most.

One-fifth of survey respondents incorrectly said that Buddhists believe in an “immortal soul,” and most said they don’t personally know a Buddhist.

Alabama judge blocks new Buddhist center in lawsuit over whether the center is religious

by Sam Littlefair| April 3, 2019

Alabama judge blocks new Buddhist center in lawsuit over whether the center is religious

The case hinged on the question of whether or not the center qualified as a religious facility, given that the center advertised it’s programs as open to members of all religions.

Is Buddhism a Religion?

by Charles Prebish, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche and Joan Sutherland| January 4, 2019

Is Buddhism a Religion?

Is Buddhism a religion, psychology, or way of life? Our three experts, Charles Prebish, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, and Joan Sutherland, join the debate.

Is Buddhism a religion, philosophy, way of life, or science of mind?

by Lion's Roar Staff| December 26, 2018

Is Buddhism a religion, philosophy, way of life, or science of mind?

“I’m confused. Buddhism is considered one of the world’s five great religions, but some people say it’s not a religion at all, but a philosophy, way of life, or science of mind. Which is it?” We answer your questions on Buddhism and meditation.

Watch: Religious Leaders and Scientists Discuss Life’s Big Questions

by Sam Littlefair| December 19, 2018

Watch: Religious Leaders and Scientists Discuss Life’s Big Questions

In a new video, a Christian pastor, a Jewish rabbi, and a Buddhist priest sit down with a chemist, a paleontologist, and a volcanologist to discuss life’s big questions.

Love Doesn’t Have to Mean Agreeing

by Susan J. Stabile| December 3, 2018

Love Doesn’t Have to Mean Agreeing

Susan J. Stabile on how to live with — or even support — your partner’s differing religious beliefs.

Religious leaders condemn “anti-Buddhist” vandalism at Tacoma temple

by Ava Coulter| June 29, 2018

Religious leaders condemn “anti-Buddhist” vandalism at Tacoma temple

“It’s just a visceral feeling, like a punch to the stomach,” said a local community member, about the vandalism.

How Will I Explain Extremist Buddhism to My Children?

by Khin Mai Aung| January 24, 2018

How Will I Explain Extremist Buddhism to My Children?

As a Buddhist, how do you teach your children religious tolerance while members of your faith preach hatred?

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