Joan Duncan Oliver
Joan Duncan Oliver is a Tricycle contributing editor and the author most recently of Buddhism: An Introduction to the Buddha’s Life, Teachings, and Practices (the Essential Wisdom Library).
In bringing contemporary design to a Tibetan Buddhist center, an architect finds a foundation for his own practice.
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Dharma For All
Bhumisparsha, a virtual sangha started by Lama Rod Owens and Justin von Bujdoss, aims to create a new kind of Buddhist community.
Kathok Getse Rinpoche, Head of the Nyingma School, Is Dead at 64
The distinguished lama led one of the oldest branches of Tibetan Buddhism.
Remembering Lodi Gyaltsen Gyari, Envoy to the Dalai Lama
The late activist, journalist, politician, humanitarian, and negotiator changed American-Tibetan relations.
Triratna Buddhism founder Sangharakshita dies at 93
One of the first Westerners ordained as a Theravada monk established an international non-sectarian Buddhist movement.
The Death of Eido Roshi, Problematic Pioneer
The passing of a Rinzai Zen leader, marred by sexual misconduct allegations, ends the generation of Japanese-born Zen masters who introduced Americans to Zen. A former student reflects on part of this cohort’s legacy in the…
Review: The Last Dalai Lama
Much has changed for the Tibetan Buddhist leader over the past 25 years, but as Mickey Lemle’s latest film reveals, His Holiness is still the world’s greatest exemplar of compassion in action.
Documentary Film About Zen Buddhist Priest Now in Theaters
Ittetsu Nemoto has saved thousands from suicide, but can he save himself?
Raising Lettuce, Buddhist Style
Gotham Greens lettuce is infused with beneficial Buddhist vibes thanks to the 40 or so Tibetans employed by the Brooklyn-based growers.
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