Personal Reflections Environment
Environment
In Buddhism, trees have long been recognized as living things worthy of recognition and protection.
The Buddha as a Farmer
How the farming culture of the Buddha’s day may have shaped his ideas on patience
No Time To Lose
We have to accept the reality that climate change is already here and learn to live in our new world—a world on fire.
Zen Mind, Vegetal Mind
Reflections on Buddhist practice and plant science
The Sacred Polyester of Tibetan Khata
Once made from wool, these highly symbolic textiles are now frequently made of polyester—and quickly polluting the planet. Tricycle speaks with anthropologist Huatse Gyal about their various meanings, history, and the conundrum of religious waste.
A Practice for Connecting with the Four Elements That Can Be Done Anywhere
Wherever we look in the dharma, the natural world is a resource for our own awakening.
Personal Reflections Reflections
Three Jack Pine Stories
When the forest fire comes, let the flames free your seeds.
The First Plow
In Ladakh, traditional plowing rituals connect villagers with their heritage and show how Buddhism exists beyond temples and texts.
An Ecodharma Retreat for Buddhist Teachers
A gathering of teachers looks at ways the Buddhist community can respond to the climate crisis.
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