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The Doctrine of Emptiness in Buddhism

In: Buddhist Beliefs

By: Matthew Bingley

Central to Mahayana Buddhist thought is the concept of emptiness. It stands for a way of perceiving the world leading to freedom, clarity, and ultimately, nirvana. more...

Use Buddhism Teachings for Better Relationships

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Prerna Malik

Learn how to apply simple principles of Nichiren Buddhism to enjoy fruitful relationships and positive interactions with everyone around you. more...

The Difference Between Hinduism and Buddhism

In: Buddhist Beliefs

By: Matthew Bingley

Hinduism and Buddhism both originated on the Indian subcontinent and so have a long shared history. Yet Buddhism originated as a reaction against the Vedic worldview. more...

Buddhist Journey in Seven Years in Tibet

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Sandra Causey

In this film, Heinrich Harrer learns how to break free of the Buddhist concept of the Wheel of Life and reach a level of Enlightenment more...

Buddhist Themes in Seven Years in Tibet

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Sandra Causey

In the 1997 film Seven Years in Tibet, Heinrich Harrer's journey leads him to take on a Buddhist mindset, incorporating Buddhist doctrine into his personality. more...

An Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Prerna Malik

A closer look at a dynamic faith that encourages bringing about a positive change in oneself, in order to experience peace, happiness and a better tomorrow. more...

Sri Lanka Celebrates Buddha's Life With Vesak 2009

In: Buddhist History

By: Greca Durant

Sri Lanka, a predominantly Buddhist country, welcomed a multitude of Buddhist devotees who attended Vesak 2009, to commemorate the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death more...

Zhang DaoLing, Ancient Daoist Exorcist

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Christina Barea

Examining the legend of Zhang DaoLing, famous Daoist exorcist, as a possible cause of China's massive earthquake. more...

Buddhism and Daoism, Yin & Yang

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Christina Barea

Over the course of 3000 years, Buddhism has greatly influenced the evolution of Daoism and vice-versa, yet the two faiths remain distinctly independent from each other. more...

Lao Tzu, Legend or History?

In: Taoist History

By: Christina Barea

Several legends shroud the facts surrounding this famous author portraying him both as man and immortal. more...

Buddhist Amulets and Jatukham in South-East Asia

In: Buddhism/Taoism (general)

By: Richard Mankiewicz

Buddhist amulets are particularly popular on the Asian mainland around Thailand. This article explores why they are made and why so many people wear them. more...

Life of Buddha, Film by Martin Meissonnier

In: Buddhist History

By: V. Wayne Hughes

In the film Life of Buddha, Martin Meissonnier presents what is thought of as the historical Buddha's life. more...

Buddhism and the Four Limitless Qualities

In: Buddhist Beliefs

By: R.H. Sheldon

Pema Chödrön stresses the importance of the four limitless qualities to help dissolve the barriers that perpetuate the suffering of all living creatures. more...

Buddhism and the Message of Impermanence

In: Buddhist Beliefs

By: R.H. Sheldon

The Buddha's message of impermanence can reveal many truths and lead to a fundamental understanding of the nature of the universe. more...

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