Tag: ask a buddhist

This Ask a Buddhist question explores the different branches of Buddhism, including Theravada, and what they teach, where they come from and how close they are to the Buddha's original teachings.

This Ask a Buddhist column from Ven. Thubten Chonyi from Sravasti Abbey. She talks about the "Day of Miracles," what they were for and what was their result.

Learn how Buddhism teaches us to deal with anger and find inner peace. Discover the detrimental effects of anger and ways to overcome it.

Discover the principles of Buddhism and the importance of accumulating merit through positive actions and ethical behavior.

Last March, the Dalai Lama identified a young Mongolian boy as the Bogd, the 10th incarnation of the spiritual leader of Mongolian Buddhism.

Buddhists are encouraged to protect life, including the lives of animals, which is said to create karmic causes for a long life in this and future lives, as well as good health, a pleasing appearance and a favorable rebirth.

The Buddha taught that, contrary to appearances, the source of happiness lies within our own minds.