Ritual as an Opening to Love
In a recent episode of Tricycle Talks, scholar Anne C. Klein discusses how rituals can help us get out of our heads and tap into bodhicitta, or the awakened mind.
Religion
Goodbye God
Buddhism is a nontheistic system, which means that a belief in God is not part of the teachings. However, it can be a habit, as it was in my case.
Ask Whether It Works, Not Whether It’s True
The ability of religious social practices to serve their purposes does not depend on their myths being literally true, or even believed.
Why the Doctrine of No-Self Is Not Nihilistic
Professor Roger Jackson explains how Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna reconciles the concepts of no-self and reincarnation
The “Problem” of Religious Diversity
We need a less theological—and more spiritual—defense of religious diversity.
Seeing God in What Is
Zen priest Norman Fischer explains how his concept of the Jewish God informs his Buddhist practice.
Does Buddhism Need a Blasphemy “Army”?
An organization that combats “profane” depictions of the Buddha raises questions about disrespect, appropriation, and policing others’ behavior.
The Meditation Mitzvah
Jewish congregations are incorporating mindfulness into their religious practices.
Bible Belt Buddhism
An Evangelical Christian reveals how Buddhism has helped him weather a crisis of conscience and faith.
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