IdeasMagazine | Books, Reviews
The Richest Vein in All of Buddhism
Meditation teacher Leigh Brasington discusses his recent book on dependent origination.
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The New Tradition of Early Buddhism
A recent trend of life-affirming dharma reconsiders some key teachings about suffering.
Life Is Tolerable
A portrait of modern anxiety
TeachingsMagazine | Teachings, What's in a Word?
What’s in a Word? Dukkha
Our expert explains the meaning of dukkha.
An Appropriate Response
When we practice compassion, we embody an impossible vow.
Personal Reflections The Four Noble Truths
The Denial of Dis-ease
We are subject to a chronic malaise that infects everything we experience—even what passes for happiness. Seeing this is the crucial first step toward a cure.
Personal ReflectionsMagazine | Feature
A Life in Her Hands
Without clear moral guidelines, the author struggles with her pet's failing health.
The Far Shore
Want to free yourself from suffering? Make sure to put the four noble truths first, says a Theravada monk.
Retreat or Fight? Both are Right.
In times of remarkable injustice, the "hands-off" Buddhist approach is not enough—we need to get off the cushion and fight.
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