Buddha's profound teaching emphasizes self-mastery over external victories. Conquering one's own mind, desires, and inner weaknesses is presented as the ultimate triumph, far surpassing any ...

As many of you know, I write about Buddhism, not as a religion, but as a practical path for finding a measure of peace and contentment in life. Historically, the word “Buddhism” is a fairly recent ...

One result of Buddhism's inherent flexibility is a bewildering array of religious rituals and traditions—"cultural trappings" that Howley believes often obscure the Buddha's original teachings.

This report originally appeared on Oct. 8, 2007 in The Ithaca Journal. It provides background on the Namgyal Monastery and the Buddhist philosophy. The Namgyal Monastery on Aurora Street was ...

Strangely enough, some of the most profound discussions about Buddhist teachings I've had over the years didn't happen in a temple or a monastery. No, these impromptu discussions were usually held ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the people of the nation well in regard to the celebration of Buddha Purnima. He shared how the government has worked tirelessly, for the past ten years, to live ...