Western Buddhism

Shaolin Temple’s real kick is inner peace

Closely aligned with the temple in China, the shrine in Sherman Oaks focuses on philosophy and meditation. China's world-famous Shaolin…

June 20, 2010

Buddhist shrine unveiled at Ynys Graianog, Criccieth

A Buddhist teacher travelled from Criccieth to Kathmandu to find sacred figures for her shrine room. Now Lama Shenpen Hookham…

May 26, 2010

Buddhist tradition thrives in Austin

Area's diverse Buddhist scene is home to dozens of temples, meditation groups and centers One of the most popular ambassadors…

March 29, 2010

“Living Ethically: Advice from Nagarjuna’s Precious Garland,” by Sangharakshita

Buddhism's ethical code was formulated in Iron-Age India. How relevant is it for people living today? Pam Dodd, our guest…

March 22, 2010

Self-centred Buddhism

Mark Vernon: Guardian Western Buddhism can be a serious business. If you travel to Newton Abbot in Devon, and then…

January 17, 2010

Buddhism is fastest-growing religion in English jails over past decade

Telegraph: Buddhism is the fastest-growing religion in England's jails, with the number of followers rising eightfold over the past decade.…

August 6, 2009

A Texas starting place on Buddhism’s path

Houston Chronicle: Teryl Pittman labored to settle cross-legged on a cushion on the floor. Slowly, she tucked one foot under…

August 3, 2009

“The Essential Sangharakshita” by Urgyen Sangharakshita, edited by Karen Stout

Buddhism has always adapted its presentation as it has taken root in new cultures, finding new idioms and new forms…

April 16, 2009

The Best of Inquiring Mind: 25 Years of Dharma, Drama, and Uncommon Insight

Title: "The Best of Inquiring Mind: 25 Years of Dharma, Drama, and Uncommon Insight" Author: edited by Barbara Gates and…

March 23, 2009

“Never Turn Away: The Buddhist Path Beyond Hope and Fear” by Rigdzin Shikpo

Tejananda, Buddhist practitioner, meditation teacher, and author of The Buddhist Path to Awakening, gives an overview of a new, fresh…

February 27, 2009