Buddha Statues: History, Use & Meaning
The EditorsWhen did the use of statues in Buddhism begin? What did the Buddha himself advise on their use? And wat do the various Buddha statues mean? In this text we…
Anapanasati Sutta: Mindfulness of Breathing
Bhikkhu BodhiThus have I heard. On one occasion the Blessed One was living at Sāvatthī in the Eastern Park, in the Palace of Migāra’s Mother, together with many very well…
Frequently Asked Questions
The EditorsBy now you can find a lot of information on our website. That in itself is very nice, but if you came to our website with a specific question it can be quite…
Samaññaphala Sutta: The Fruits of the Contemplative Life
Thānissaro BhikkhuThis discourse is one of the masterpieces of the Pali canon. At heart, it is a comprehensive portrait of the Buddhist path of training…
Ahba’s Paritta Chant in Wat Ratanawan
The EditorsAt the invitation of Ajahn Sumedho and Ajahn Nyanadhammo (also pictured) Ahba gave his blessing by means of an extensive paritta chant (in Burmese style) during…
Vijjāmagga Dīpanī: Manual of the Path to Higher Knowledge
Ledi SayadawWhat is written in this text by the Ledi Sayadaw might almost read like a fairy tale, something far away from what is held to be possible and true in our…