Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
Are Buddhists required to be celibate? No, abstaining from sex is absolutely not a requirement for practicing Buddhism. For us regular, lay Buddhists, sex is...
Ethics
Can Buddhists Eat Meat?
As we discussed in the Step 3: Code of Ethics, one of the five moral precepts instructs us not to kill living creatures. As beginner...
Can Buddhists Acquire Wealth and Material Possessions?
Buddhists can work hard and improve their material quality of life. Many people incorrectly believe that to be a good Buddhist, you have to have...
Can Buddhists Drink Alcohol?
The path to inner peace doesn’t include alcohol One of the five moral precepts is to not consume intoxicating alcohol. If you currently drink alcohol,...