‘Unlike greed or hatred, which are relatively easy to notice once they arise, delusion works in the shadows of the mind.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘In the end, the Buddha’s reluctance to speak of his own awakening is a teaching in itself. It reminds us that the true depth of wisdom cannot be captured in words, that the experiences we have along the path are less important than the process that brings them...

In this inspiring conversation, Lion’s Roar editor-in-chief Melvin McLeod speaks with Buddhist monk, humanitarian, and author Matthieu Ricard about the transformative power of compassion. Ricard delves into its foundational role in Buddhism and human society,...

‘Do not be like those sophists who have studied rhetoric and judge a person's wisdom only by his eloquence. As it is said, "A snake drinks water and produces poison; a cow drinks water and produces milk." If you train wisely, bodhi is produced; if you train.’ Master...

‘May those caught in the fire of time realise the coolness of awakening.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘May those caught in the guru business realise that everyone has the Buddha Nature.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘If you are willing to do whatever it takes to find your way out of suffering — and it means confronting the roots of resistance and craving right here, right now — you can reach complete success.’ Bhante Henepola Gunaratana

Dharma practitioners are taught the critical importance of developing nonattachment (noticing without holding on as phenomena arise, abide, and dissolve), understanding the only route to happiness is to think of others before ourselves, and accepting the truth of...

‘The problem is the relationship between the mind and its objects, between the senses and their objects. And this relationship is charged with attachment, aversion and ignorance.’ Corrado Pensa

‘This is the Buddha’s firm and unshakeable awareness that watches over and protects the mind.’ Ajahn Chah