John Tarrant discovered that not knowing is the best—and maybe the only possible—response to suffering.
Daisaku Ikeda, President of Soka Gakkai International, dies at 95
Daisaku Ikeda, the president of Soka Gakkai International, a global Buddhist association that practices the teachings of Nichiren Buddhism, died November 15 at the age of 95.
Meet a Teacher: Dr. Anouk Aimée Shambrook
Dr. Anouk Aimée Shambrook gets personal with the Lion’s Roar readership.
On the Spectrum, On the Path
Meditation can help with navigating challenges, cultivating calm, and connecting with others. Four Buddhists with autism on how the practice has changed their lives.
The Zen of Jane Hirshfield
When we live in the liminal state, the place of listening, of not-knowing, then everything draws near to us, becomes kin. Noelle Oxenhandler on the words and wordlessness of the renowned American poet Jane Hirshfield.
Dharma Relief announces “Healing Racial Trauma Through Buddhist Communities” Fellowship recipients
The fellowship aims to provide Black dharma teachers and leaders with resources to “carry on their profound work of offering healing and support through a Buddhist lens for African-descendant communities in the U.S.”
Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii launches Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund
The Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund created will support the Lahaina Hongwanji Mission and other relief efforts on Maui following devastating wildfires.
Celebrating Robert A. F. Thurman on his 82nd birthday
Today, we celebrate renowned Buddhist activist and scholar Robert Thurman’s 82nd birthday.
Study reveals experiences of Asian American Buddhists practicing in non-Asian dominant spaces
A new study conducted by the Asian American Buddhist Working Group looks at how Asian American Buddhists shape identity and create community while practicing in non-Asian dominant spaces.
Meet Four Inspiring Buddhist Women of Wisdom
These four women Buddhist teachers are shaping Buddhism in America. Meet Doshin Mako Voelkel, Bonnie Duran, Lama Tsomo, and Myokei Caine-Barrett, Shonin.