Buddha advised that we should contemplate the following five things every day: I am aging and will continue to age.…
Buddhist Views on Marriage and Divorce
The Buddhist view on marriage is very liberal. In Buddhism, there are no religious laws compelling a person to be…
The Three Universal Characteristics of Existence
Understanding the three universal characteristics is an essential element of Buddhism. The teaching of the three characteristics (like the four…
How to Handle Praise and Criticism with Wisdom
As Buddhists, we should be aware of the potential pitfalls associated with receiving praise or criticism. We must be mindful…
The Five Aggregates of Experience
In Buddhism, the five aggregates of experience are physical and mental factors that work together to produce each of our personal experiences in…
A Healthy Body Supports the Path to Inner Peace
If nothing is permanent then why bother taking care of our bodies? As we discussed in our post on Impermanence…
Music May Not Be for the Wise
Music fans will likely be skeptical, but the sounds that people make, including speech and music, are generally not peaceful. As…
Is Nirvana a Band, Eternal Paradise or Something Else?
Nirvana is the final, ultimate goal of Buddhism. It is the highest state of bliss and inner peace you can…
Can Buddhists Eat Meat?
As we discussed in the Step 4: Code of Ethics, one of the five moral precepts instructs us not to…
Can Buddhists Thrive in the Modern World?
It’s a fact of life that we are all physically and mentally working harder in today’s global economy. Populations continue…
Do Buddhists Believe in God?
To be labeled an atheist or godless often has an insulting and derogatory connotation. It implies that one denies worship,…
Is Your Religion Keeping You in the Dark?
Why do we have religion and how did it evolve? Human beings are at the highest level on the tree…
Buddhism: The DIY Religion
Unlike some other religions, salvation in Buddhism is an individual affair. You have to save yourself just as you eat,…
Are You Ready to Meditate for the First Time?
Meditation should be something that is naturally appealing to us because it fills us with joy and inspiration. Meditation shouldn’t…
Can Buddhists Acquire Wealth and Material Possessions?
Buddhists can work hard and improve their material quality of life Many people incorrectly believe that to be a good…
What is True Charity and How Can We Give it?
What is True Charity? True charity means to give something without expecting a material benefit in return. If you expect…
Waking Up From the Dream of Ignorance
Ignorance means not knowing or understanding the true nature of our existence. The path to inner peace is simply a…
The Law of Karma – Intentional Actions and Their Consequences
What is Karma? Simply stated, Karma means to do good and good will come to you both now and later.…
Impermanence: The Only Thing Constant is Change
What is Impermanence and how does it relate to Buddhism? You’ve probably heard the expression that the only thing constant…
When it Comes to Old Age, Sickness and Death – We are All in the Same Boat
Most people don’t even like to hear the word ‘death.’ They prefer to forget that death will eventually come. As…
The Middle Way: Happiness Isn’t for the Wise
The Middle Way is an alternative name that Buddha give his Noble Eightfold path. However, the term Middle Way has…
Can Buddhists Drink Alcohol?
One of the five moral precepts is to not consume intoxicating alcohol. If you currently drink alcohol, you should try…
How Long Should Enlightenment Take?
Not everyone will reach spiritual maturity at once but it has nothing to do with intellect or aptitude. Buddha understood…
Buddha Didn’t Invent Enlightenment
If you think about it, there really are no inventors, only explorers and discoverers. If a method or idea is…
