A strong belief that enlightenment, a state known as Nirvana, comes from knowing true compassion for others is the basic tenet of the teachings of Buddha. The religion of Buddhism ...

There are several Buddhist rituals to balance energy that are easy to learn and appreciate, even for those who have little experience with such things. These are uncomplicated, and can ...

Why do so many Buddhists do yoga? Such a question may not have been asked a century ago. However, as the Western world continues to embrace both Buddhist and Yogic ...

The definition of right action runs thus: Abstaining from taking life, abstaining from stealing, abstaining from unchastity. This is right action.

A key principle to understanding the financial crisis through the lens of Buddhism will require letting go of attachment to material existence and achieving liberation and freedom from suffering.

So why, after last Friday's earthquake, did the Japanese people remain with their families, help their neighbors and wait six hours in line at food banks for food that they ...