Buddhism
In ‘The Salvage Crew,’ a Buddhist AI poet seeks aliens and enlightenment
(RNS) — Yudhanjaya Wijeratne’s new novel was created with the help of an AI poet and a few computer programs — and explores his love of poetry and his Buddhist background.
California legislator wants religious services deemed essential during state of emergency
Buddhist temple food pantry a lifeline for Nepalese students
Democratic values compete with Buddhist ones in Myanmar
(RNS) — Democracy is making inroads, but the tradition of karmic kingship persists.
The military coup in Myanmar presents opportunities to Buddhist nationalists
(RNS) — The Buddhist nationalist MaBaTha movement has become an important social force in Myanmar.
Online forum helps Asian Americans find their way in Americanized Buddhism
(RNS) — Young Buddhist Editorial gives millennial and Gen Z Asian Americans a place to engage with their religion, culture and identity on their own terms.
New e-course teaches: Copy cats and achieve purrvana
(RNS) — ‘I’ve gone looking for wisdom, beauty, and truth wherever it can be found. And this past year I‘ve found myself learning most of all from my cats,’ said author Jon M. Sweeney about his new e-course called ‘The Spirituality of Cats.’
Advancing religious freedom abroad starts at home
(RNS) — On this Religious Freedom Day, we are concerned about the rising threats around the world, but we are hopeful for progress in the years ahead.
How the Dalai Lama’s reincarnation got included in Congress’ $900 billion relief bill
(RNS) — The bill’s concern with reincarnation is aimed at reining in China’s meddling in Tibet’s religious affairs.
Buddhist temple attacks rise as COVID-19 amplifies anti-Asian American bias
(RNS) — Incidents have included vandalism of temples and Buddhist statues outside private homes, as well as verbal harassment of Asian Americans at their houses of worship.
Pandemic’s suffering opens way for Buddhist chaplains
(RNS) — The Buddhist contemplative approach to chaplaincy has spurred a new interest in Buddhism in the medical environment.
RNS holiday gift guide 2020: Puzzles, prayer cards and more gifts for staying in
(RNS) — Religion News Service is bringing back our holiday gift guide, full of ideas for all the people of faith — or no faith — on your list.
Dying ‘the Buddhist way’ gains in hospice centers in the West
(RNS) — The emergence of Buddhist-oriented hospices in the U.S. and elsewhere is said to show a dissatisfaction with conventional Western views of life and death.
Stressed by COVID, online seekers discover Buddhism’s calming practice
(RNS) — Buddhist teachings about suffering and the impermanence of all things, many find, have particular relevance in this moment.
Why ‘namaste’ has become the perfect pandemic greeting
(The Conversation) — As people the world over are choosing to ditch the handshakes and hugs for fear of contracting the coronavirus, namaste is becoming the perfect pandemic greeting.