The Duties of a Wise Ruler
The founding abbot of Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in South East England on the ideal qualities of a perfect leader.
Ajahn Sumedho
Ajahn Sumedho is a senior monk of the Thai forest tradition and was abbot of Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, UK, from its consecration in 1984 until his retirement in 2010.
Nothing Is More Joyless than Selfishness
An American Buddhist monk on kindness, mindfulness, and the suffering born of self-concern
Trusting in Simplicity
A teaching on conviviality and moving toward awakened awareness
Confronting Corpses
In some Thai hospitals, Buddhists can observe autopsies to contemplate death. A Thai Forest monk explains the power of this practice.
A Contemplation
I contemplated my greed for peace. And I did not seek tranquillity anymore. ♦ From Teachings of a Buddhist Monk, © 1990/2001 Ajahn Sumedho. Reprinted by permission of Buddhist Publishing Group. www.buddhistpublishing.com.
The Gift of Gratitude
Ajahn Sumedho recounts the joyful unfolding of a deep appreciation for his teacher and parents.
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