Buddhism is a religion that is often associated with moderation and temperance. So, what happens when you’re in the presence of alcohol? In this post I will be touching on a question that has been on my mind for a while. Do Buddhists drink alcohol? Do Buddhists Drink Alcohol? Alcohol is not endorsed or encouraged … Read more
Manjushri, a deity of metaphysical knowledge, played a very important role among Buddhist monks in the 4th-5th centuries AD. Mahayana practitioners believe that he is one of the great Bodhisattvas. In fact, he has been identified as the most important bodhisattva in Mahāyāna literature, with the Prajñāpāramitā sūtras being some of the earliest references to … Read more
Buddhist monks are often known as those who have turned their back on the world to explore and find peace. In this blog post I will discuss some of the things that Buddhist monks study on a daily basis so you can learn more about them. Buddhist monks are one of the most well-known and … Read more
Buddhist monks are some of the most serene and revered people in our society. They spend their lives dedicated to teaching others how to live with love, compassion, and peace. What is the life of a Buddhist monk like? How do they spend their time and what do they do for fun? This blog post … Read more
For centuries, Buddhist monks have been living an ascetic life. What is the effect of this lifestyle on their health? Let’s examine the life expectancy of monks, which are thought to be longer than those of laypeople. Buddhist monks are people who devote their lives to the practice of Buddhism. They live in monasteries and … Read more
Is there anything more comforting than the feeling of cool, crisp air as you walk past a row of colorful prayer flags? Prayer flags are probably something many of us have seen flying in the wind at some point in our lives, so it’s a good idea to know their meanings. Even if you don’t … Read more
Buddhist temples serve as a place for Buddhist community to learn and practice spirituality. It’s a place of worship and prayer for followers of Buddhism. The people entering these temples recite various mantras and suttas as a sign of respect and reverence for the Buddha and the ‘dhamma’ he founded. People remain barefoot during this … Read more
A zafu is a small round (sometimes rectangular, too) cushion used in Zen meditation. It is used to sit on top of a zabuton meditation mat. Sometimes it is referred to as a knee pillow as well. In some styles of meditation, you sit on a zafu and rest your buttocks on the zabuton. In … Read more