Buddhist Views on Religion, Race and Tolerance
Why did humans create various religions? Human beings are at the highest level on the tree of evolution and are the only living beings in...
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Buddhism: The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Religion
Unlike some other religions, salvation in Buddhism is an individual affair. That’s why Buddhism is considered a DYI or “do it yourself” religion. No external...
Are You Ready to Meditate for the First Time?
As we discussed in Step 10: The Importance of Meditation, learning how to concentrate the mind is crucial to building the mental strength necessary to...
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...
What is True Charity and How Can We Give it?
What is true charity? True charity means to give something without expecting a material benefit in return. If you expect something in return, whether now...
Waking Up From the Dream of Ignorance
What does ignorance mean? Ignorance means not knowing or understanding the true nature of our existence. It may come as a surprise to you, but...
The Law of Karma – Intentional Actions and Their Consequences
What is Karma? Simply stated, Karma means to do good and good will come to you both now and later. Do bad and bad will...
Impermanence: The Only Thing Constant is Change
What is the Buddhist concept of impermanence? As we discussed in Step 4: The Universal Truths of Existence, understanding the concept of impermanence is critical...
When it Comes to Old Age, Sickness and Death – We are All in the Same Boat
Wisdom can make death not so scary Most people don’t even like to hear the word ‘death.’ They prefer to forget that death will eventually...
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,...