Tag: buddhism

The short answer: nirvana is the state of having eliminated all our disturbing emotions and distorted attitudes so that they can never arise in us again. The long answer...

Since Nov. 2013 the ringing of bells and chants of “Nam Myoho Renge Kyo” have rung out from the Soka Gakkai International (SGI) Spokane Buddhist Center, located at 1717 W 6th Ave in Spokane.

The question of taking any life, even one’s own, is taken very seriously in Buddhism.

Although in her book "In Search of Buddha's Daughters: A Modern Journey Down Ancient Roads," Toomey focuses on the role of nuns in various Buddhist traditions, she also offers a useful history of that religion, as well as insight into its teachings.

Young adults ages 18-29 interested in learning more about Buddhism are invited to Sravasti Abbey June 20-27.

Ironically, your question about beginning resources is one of the most challenging to address.

Beginning this month the Spokane Buddhist Temple will offer a six-week Introduction to Buddhism class, which will be taught be Sensei Paul Vielle, one of the temple's volunteer ministers.