The Many Faces of Hope
Ratnadevi
20 March 2026
In this piece, Ratnadevi explores how Buddhist shraddha and the Latin fiducia offer a deeper alternative to fragile, outcome-dependent hope in uncertain times
In this piece, Ratnadevi explores how Buddhist shraddha and the Latin fiducia offer a deeper alternative to fragile, outcome-dependent hope in uncertain times
Dharma-informed advice for uprooting the destructive thought-habits and tendencies shaping American turbulence and chaos
Tiffani Gyatso offers a joyful meditation on flowing with life, ecstasy, and mindfulness
Joseph Houseal explores expressions of impermanence in the classic Noh performance of Yuya.
Laurence Brahm traces the origins of Vajrayana to a melting pot of spiritual influences in Pakistan – and unveils a hidden heritage
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim gives a teaching on desire and attachment in relationships.
Dr. Richard Dixey is on a mission to revive Buddhism in India with a slew of ambitious projects connecting all schools of Dharma
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When being soft and tender is an act of strength, character and resistance. . . especially in the face of the venal powerful
Margaret Meloni shares a meditation on the difference between pain and suffering, and the path of acceptance..
It’s easy to interpret the Buddha’s teaching on desires as prohibitive, but in fact we must find balance in our competing interests, spiritual and otherwise