21st Century Buddhists
Engaging with modern education and science while remaining rooted in the Buddha's teachings.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Developing our inner moral compass
The value of turning inwards and calming the mind before engaging in social action.
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Morality in a modern world
In the modern age, technology enables more ways to engage in the ten paths of…
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Reversing selfishness
Thoughts on David Brooks' "The Power of Altruism," emphasizing how we can get in touch…
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Survival of the most cooperative
Reflections on David Brooks' "New York Times" article on the power of altruism.
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Learning to be ethical
Being honest with ourselves is an important part of keeping good ethical conduct.
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Going beyond self-centeredness
When we listen to the Buddha's teachings it should push our buttons a little bit,…
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How to be a 21st Century Buddhist
The qualities and attitudes that will benefit us as we practice the Buddha's ancient teachings…
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A Buddhist response to religious fundamentalism
A reflection on the similarities shared by fundamentalists and techniques for working with our judgmental…
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A long obedience
Exodus isn't just about liberation from slavery, it's also about rebinding. Just laws, or taking…
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Cultivating compassion in a violent world
Applying the ancient wisdom of a Buddhist philosophical text to bring compassion to situations of…
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Maria Hartiningsih - May 16, 2012
Maria Hartiningsih Ethical principles cannot be compromised
An interview on materialism and consumption in the modern world that disregard long term happiness.
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Ethical conduct in modern times
Applying the Buddha´s teaching to modern times. Answers to some of the daily issues of…
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