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10 Tips for Sitting Meditation

1. Gradual Beginnings Commence your meditation practice with brevity. Initiate with short sessions, gradually extending their duration as...

How is One Called A Buddha, Bodhisattva, Wisdom King, and Arhat?

The terms Buddha, Bodhisattva, Wisdom King, and Arhat refer to distinct spiritual beings or stages of attainment within Buddhism. Here's...

What Is an Asura?

In Hinduism and Buddhism, an Asura refers to a group of beings or deities that are often depicted as powerful, supernatural beings. The...

The Symbolic Meanings of Pagoda in Buddhism

A pagoda is a type of architectural structure that is deeply ingrained in Buddhist history and tradition, especially in east Asia. It is...

Shuni Mudra

Shuni Mudra, also known as the Gesture of Patience, is a hand gesture commonly used in yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices. This...

A Time of Reverence, Reflection, and Renewal — Celebrating Bhaiṣajyarāja’s Birthday

28th Day of the 4th Lunar Month Celebrating the birthday of the Medicine Buddha holds great significance in Buddhist tradition. The...

Twelve Kinds of Karma

In Buddhism, the concept of karma refers to the law of cause and effect, where one's actions, thoughts, and intentions have consequences....

Buddha Day

On May 27, Saturday, we celebrate Buddha Day to think of Buddha as an infinite source of inspiration and spiritual strength. We welcome...