Within You Without You
WITHIN YOU WITHOUT YOU Lyrics; George Harrison, 1967 We were talking – about the space between us all And the people – who hide themselves behind a wall of illusion…
Previous Lives
Previous Lives (Jataka Stories) Once upon a time, many thousands of years ago, there was a Brahmin ascetic named Sumedha living in the Himalayan foothills. He was well advanced in…
Lay People
Lay People Birth, Marriage and Death Lay people have a close relationship with the ordained Sangha, and provide the material and economic support to the temples and monasteries. Some…
The Way of The Buddha
The Way of The Buddha Gautama was born in Northern India about 2,500 years ago. The exact place of his birth is understood to be the Lumbini garden, which nowadays…
The Buddha
The Buddha The word Buddha is derived from the Pali word ‘budh’ meaning to wake up, perceive, become aware. The Buddha is one who has transcended attachment, ill will,…
Quotes on Truth
” I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. This is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant.” – Martin…
Guilt and Forgiveness
The Buddha By three things the wise person may be known. What three? He sees a shortcoming as it is. When he sees it, he tries to correct it. And…
Buddhist Stories
THE WORM Ajahn Brahmavamso There is a wonderful little story about two monks who lived together in a monastery for many years; they were great friends. Then they died within…
Better
From the Dhammapada Better than a thousand Hollow words Is one word that brings peace. Better than a thousand Hollow verses Is one verse that brings peace. Better than a…
Peace is Every Step
Peace is Every Step by Thich Nhat-Hanh Peace is every step. The shining red sun is my heart. Each flower smiles with me. How green, how fresh all that grows.…
