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Buddhist monk raises awareness about the swastika’s original meaning

by Haleigh Atwood| February 18, 2019

Buddhist monk raises awareness about the swastika’s original meaning

Rev. Kenjitsu Nakagaki wants to educate the West about the history of the manji, a counterclockwise swastika that means “good fortune” in Japanese.

What is the Meaning of the Lotus in Buddhism?

by Lion's Roar Staff| January 17, 2018

What is the Meaning of the Lotus in Buddhism?
Lotus.Photo by Ahmed Saffu.

The lotus is one of Buddhism’s most recognizable symbols of enlightenment and is important in many Buddhist traditions.

Should the swastika be banned, or reclaimed?

by Lion's Roar Staff| April 17, 2015

Should the swastika be banned, or reclaimed?
swastika athens germany india buddhism hindusim George Washington University religion freedom of speech nazi nazism fascism Lion's Roar newsA graffiti stencil shows a popular anti-Nazi icon, "Thank you for dumping Nazism." In 2007, the icon was allowed in Germany despite anti-swastika laws, on the grounds that it is a clear symbol of fascist resistance. Photo by Denis Bocquet.

The swastika — known to many as a symbol of peace, and many more as a symbol of Nazi fascism — will be hotly debated at George Washington University.

Science and the sacred lotus

by Andrea Miller| May 14, 2013

Science and the sacred lotus

Andrea Miller looks into the scientific phenomena of “the lotus effect” and how it relates to the Buddhist symbol.

Flags that carry prayers

by Claire Heisler| June 30, 2009

Flags that carry prayers

A look into Prayer Flags, a symbolic Buddhist artifact with an ancient and manifold history, and how they represent impermanence.

Ensô meets artist Eric Manigian

by Claire Heisler| May 5, 2009

Ensô meets artist Eric Manigian

“Through uniting Zen concepts with furniture, Eric Manigian unites spirituality, art, and practical objects.”

What is an Enso?

by John Stevens| June 1, 2007

What is an Enso?

“Enso” as defined by John Stevens, author of “Sacred Calligraphy of the East.”

What the Buddha Taught

by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche| May 1, 2006

What the Buddha Taught

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche outlines the Buddha’s teachings, broken down by the three turnings of the wheel of dharma.

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