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Listening Deeply for Peace

by Thich Nhat Hanh| January 5, 2021

Listening Deeply for Peace

Peace will only become a reality when world leaders come to negotiations with the ability to hear the suffering at the root of all conflicts.

In Times of Trouble

by Norman Fischer| September 11, 2020

In Times of Trouble

In the wake of 9/11, Norman Fischer wrote this essay about bearing witness to tragedy. His message remains relevant in all times of trouble.

Amida Buddha Welcomes All Refugees

by Jeff Wilson| November 22, 2019

Amida Buddha Welcomes All Refugees

Jeff Wilson explains how the Jodo Shinshu school of Pure Land Buddhism emerged from the refugee experiences of its two Japanese founders.

Finding Peace after a Lifetime of War

by Claude Anshin Thomas| November 11, 2019

Finding Peace after a Lifetime of War
Man in the rain.

Claude Anshin Thomas writes of his experiences as a Vietnam War veteran, and his discovery of Buddhism through the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh.

Is Buddhism Violent?

by Randy Rosenthal| November 1, 2019

Is Buddhism Violent?

Buddhism is a religion of peace. So why do some monks carry guns and preach hatred? In this conversation with Lion’s Roar, religious studies professor Michael Jerryson says that, if you look closely, “violence abounds” in Buddhist doctrine.

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.

The World’s Most Peaceful Religion?

by Matthew Gindin| July 31, 2019

The World’s Most Peaceful Religion?

Matthew Gindin reviews “If You Meet the Buddha On the Road: Buddhism, Politics and Violence” by Michael Jerryson.

Commentary: We must address religious nationalism to prevent Buddhism from being perverted into a force for evil

by Khin Mai Aung| July 30, 2019

Commentary: We must address religious nationalism to prevent Buddhism from being perverted into a force for evil

Is the ethnic cleansing in Myanmar rooted in religion, or is it fundamentally a manifestation of secular right-wing nationalism? Khin Mai Aung looks at the role of Buddhism in Myanmar’s ongoing genocide.

To Know the Suffering of War

by Sister Chan Khong| May 9, 2019

To Know the Suffering of War

Sister Chan Khong remembers the suffering of the years of war in Vietnam and what they taught her about human nature.

UN accuses Myanmar military leaders of genocide

by Haleigh Atwood| August 28, 2018

UN accuses Myanmar military leaders of genocide

After interviewing more than 850 witnesses, the UN says the Myanmar military is “killing indiscriminately.”

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