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Buddhism/Taoism Feature Writer: Prerna Malik

Welcome! Whether you want an introduction to Buddhism or learn more about theDalai Lama, you’ll find it all here. Looking for the history of Taoism? Seeking enlightenment or wanting to use Buddhism teachings? Wonder what the difference is between Theravada and Nichiren Buddhism? The answer lies within. We will discuss Buddhist practices, learn about Taoist teachings and gain a deeper understanding of both Buddhism and Taoism.

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Feature Writer Articles in Buddhism/Taoism

 		Understanding Meditation in Buddhism
Meditation is an important Buddhist practice. Nearly all Buddhist schools practice some form of meditation. Learn more about Buddhist meditation, its types and benefits.
An Introduction to the Three Treasures in Taoism
The Three Treasures are a Taoist concept, which describes the three types of energies, or substances that practitioners cultivate. Learn more about Jing, Qi and Shen.
What is Bodhicitta? – Definition,Types, Benefits
The desire to achieve enlightenment to help others is known as bodhicitta or bodhichitta. Learn more about this Buddhist belief, how to attain it and its benefits.
What is the Soka Gakkai International
The Soka Gakkai International is a lay Buddhist organization that believes in working for peace and happiness. Learn more about this Nichiren Buddhist organization.
Be a Bodhisattva to Spread Happiness and Peace
A bodhisattva in Buddhism is an enlightened or awakened being. Learn more about using Buddhist beliefs and practices to become a bodhisattva in today's world.
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Contributing Articles in Buddhism/Taoism

 		Reason for Life
The Dalai Lama, a man with more than enough reason to despair, once said that "happiness is our natural heritage as human beings."
Revealing the Symbolism of The Lotus in the East
The lotus is an unrivaled symbol of creation, spiritual growth, and the divine within each person. Studying it brings the seeker closer to the mysteries of the self.
Buddhism's Three Characteristics of Existence
The three characteristics of existence are that life is suffering, no-self is a reality for humans and all things, and all things are impermanent.
Buddha's First Sermon
The four noble truths of Buddhism are: life is suffering, the causes of suffering, suffering can be stopped, and the eightfold path is the way to stop suffering.
The Patron Compassion Buddha of Tibet, Chenrezig
In Mahayana Buddhism, Chenrezig is found in diverse iconographic forms as the emanation of the Buddha's most powerful transformational aspect, compassion.
Buddha Amitayus, Bestower of Longevity
In Buddhist beliefs, to be born human is an extremely rare occurrence. Buddha Amitayus is revered for his power to prolong this precious existential condition.
The Blue Buddha of Spiritual Healing
This powerful Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru (Medicine Buddha), fittingly exemplifies the Buddhist philosophical creed of mind over matter and finds a revered place in most homes.
The Adi Buddha and his Five Celestial Buddhas
In Tibetan Buddhism, the Dhyani Buddhas are considered to be emanations of five different attributes of the Adi (Primordial) Buddha, regarded as "pure consciousness."
Review of Hardcore Zen
In his autobiographical book Hardcore Zen, Brad Warner gives a very comical view of his life and the nature of reality through Soto Zen Buddhism.
Can Sex Lead to Enlightenment?
An examination of tantric and Buddhist views on the connection between sex and enlightenment
Buddha Statues, Bodhisattvas and Artifacts
Although Buddhism is broadly seen to be more of a philosophy than a religion, its practice seems overtly replete with religious statues, artifacts and rituals. Why?
The Nature of the Tao
A central tenet of Taoism is the belief in the Tao ("the Way.") According to the official book of Taoism, the Tao is intangible, omnipresent, and a model for life.
The Buddhist Idea of No-Self
Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) proposes the idea of no-self (anatta) as a critique of the soul (atman) of Classical Hinduism.
Mid-America Buddhist Association (MABA)
Traditional Buddhism practiced in Missouri just an hour from St. Louis. Beautiful scenery and the compassionate teachings of the Buddha for a peaceful mind.
Nature Spirits and Early Buddhism
Nature spirits were incorporated into the art of early Buddhist monuments in India. This raises the question of why non-Buddhist divinities appear in Buddhist contexts.
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