Where Buddhism Born – Birthplace of Buddhism
Birthplace of Buddhism: Where Buddhism started was Lumbini, India. Here the Buddha sat down beneath the Bodhi tree, vowing not to arise until he had…
BuddhaDharma of Tibet
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Buddhist Holy Books
Sacred texts form a collection of Buddhist Holy Books: from the Tripitika to the Heart Sutra. I slipped in my favorite! What’s yours? Post in…
Buddhism Books and Buddhist Authors
A curated selection of 44 books including the top 10 Buddhism books and authors. I have included my favorite Buddhism Books. Drop yours in the…
Buddhism in Japan
Buddhism in Japan Buddhism took root in Japan around the 5th century CE, blending seamlessly with the existing Shinto beliefs to create a unique and…
Buddhism in China
The Buddhism of China is primarily Ch’an, very similar to Zen Buddhism. The practice focuses on extreme simplicity and seeing reality directly in meditation. Have…
Vajrayana vs Mahayana Buddhism
Vajrayana vs Mahayana Buddhism: Vajrayana is typically regarded as a specialized and advanced form of Mahayana. It uses luminosity as path, rather than emptiness. Buddhism…
Zen Vs Tibetan buddhism
Zen vs Tibetan Buddhism: Tibetan dharma focuses on the Vajrayana and a rich set of skillful means. Zen uses direct meditation on Shikantaza, or the…
Buddhist Flag
The Buddhist flag was designed in 1885 in Ceylon (Sri Lanka). The symbolism is agnostic to national identity and focuses on core Buddhist principles. I…
Vajrasana Pose
Vajrasana Pose (vajrasana yoga) is a meditation posture with both legs folded underneath. Buttocks rest on the heels. I find vajrasana very difficult for more…
