Category Archives: buddhism

How to do a Reading

Posted on July 28, 2020 by webmaven

Listed below are some simple steps to help you in doing a prayer or reading. We don’t presume to tell anyone how to perform his or her spiritual practice. That is a personal matter left to the individual. What we present … Continue reading →

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Advice for the Moment of Death Tibetan Buddhism

Posted on April 29, 2020 by webmaven

This may well be the most important post I have ever shared. Very clear explanation of the Buddhist teachings which are relevant to our times. If you can listen to just the first 30 minutes you will get the gist … Continue reading →

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Some good Buddhist jokes

Posted on April 17, 2020 by webmaven

Right about now we all need a good laugh! Thanks to our friend Mark R for posting this… These jokes about Buddhist monks and Buddhism are a pretty accurate reflection. In fact, Buddhist jokes can help us have a better … Continue reading →

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How Can You Go Back to Normal?

Posted on April 13, 2020 by webmaven

The YouTube talk below featuring the brilliant scholar and translator Robert Thurman is about The Teaching of Vimalakirti, text also available as a free ebook. Toward the beginning of this very extensive sutra, the Buddha has shared an experience of … Continue reading →

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Glenn Mullin: Bardo – The Tibetan Book of the Dead

Posted on February 6, 2020 by webmaven

The Tibetan Book of the Dead (Bardo Thodol) is traditionally believed to be the work of the legendary Padma Sambhava in the 8th century A.D. The Bardo Thodol teaches that once awareness is freed from the body, it creates its … Continue reading →

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Are you Concerned for Someone who has Died?

Posted on July 28, 2019 by webmaven

Is it possible to help someone who is dead? The Buddhist view is that not only can we help those who have died, but we must do something to benefit them! The between lives state, which generally lasts about 7 … Continue reading →

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