Category: Blog
Buddhism in Europe: A Rich and Fascinating History
Buddhism has a rich and fascinating history in Europe, with the religion establishing itself firmly in the region over the past five decades. Today, there are numerous temples, monasteries, and centre... Read More
Differentiating between Experience and Interpretation: Gaining Clarity and Emotional Control
Being able to differentiate between your experience and the way you perceive it is a vital skill that can help you reduce emotional turbulence and maintain mental clarity in your life. In Buddhism, th... Read More
How does Kamma really work?
Kamma is a concept that has been around for centuries and is still relevant today. The idea is that every action we take has a consequence, and those consequences can come back to us in this life or t... Read More
Keys aspects of Theravada Buddhism
Theravada Buddhism, also known as ‘Southern Buddhism’, is a prevalent school of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar. This tradition is named after the ‘elder... Read More
Is Buddhism a Philosophy or a Religion?
When viewed through a Western lens, Buddhism may seem more like a philosophical system than a religion. With no faith in a higher power, no liturgical prayer, and no weekly worship services, its teach... Read More
What’s the difference between a Buddha and a bodhisattva?
When it comes to Buddhism, two of the most commonly used terms are Buddha and bodhisattva. While these terms may seem similar, they actually refer to two different concepts in Buddhism. In this blog p... Read More
The Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta: The First Teaching of the Buddha
According to Buddhist tradition, the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta (pronounced as Dhamma-chakkap-pavat-tana) was the first teaching given by the Buddha after he attained enlightenment. The Buddha had ac... Read More
Does life begin at conception?
In the teachings of Abhidhamma, the moment of conception is seen as a complex and intricate process that goes beyond the physical realm. Three conditions must be fulfilled for conception to occur: the... Read More