What is Nirvana in Buddhism?
Gautama Buddha explained nirvana as a state of transcendental bliss, one that may be attained...
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Category: Eastern Traditions
Eight Auspicious Tibetan Symbols of Good Fortune
Signs of good fortune have been established in Hindu mythology since ancient times. Tibetan...
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What Are Mandalas?
A mandala (in Sanskrit ,‘manda’ = core, quintessence ‘la’ = container) is typically a square or...
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Om Mani Padme Hum
Om Mani Padme Hum is the most frequently used mantra in Buddhism, recited by laymen as well as...
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The Spiritual Significance of Peacocks
Have you ever heard someone referred to as a peacock? If so, it probably wasn’t meant as a...
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Faith without God ― a Buddhist Perspective
If you ask a random sampling of people to define faith, chances are that they will mention God (or...
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Lotus Flower: Meaning and Symbolism
Because of its unique transformation, the lotus has long been regarded as a symbol of enlightenment, purity, rebirth, and triumph over obstacles. Read on to learn more about the poetic symbolism of the lotus flower.
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Would you climb two hours to reach this Buddhist monastery?
Perched on a cliff overlooking Bhutan’s vast Paro valley, Paro Taktsang is one of the most remote Buddhist monasteries in the world.
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Finding Your Spiritual Center
Your spiritual center is a mystical place within yourself where you achieve mental, physical and...
Tonglen: A Meditation of Compassion
Tonglen, which translates to “giving and taking,” is a type of meditation from Tibetan Buddhism....
Living by Yogic Principles
How far does yoga follow you off the mat? We usually leave yoga class feeling good – calm, serene,...
Cultivating Self-Compassion
“In order to have compassion for others, we have to have compassion for...
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