Mahayana Scripture
What are the Holy Scriptures of the Mahayana Tradition? How to Access the 18 Mahayana Treasures Online For those exploring Mahayana Buddhism, understanding the foundational scriptures—the 18 Mahayana Treasures—offers a pathway into the heart of the tradition’s teachings. These sacred sutras provide insights into the central tenets of Mahayana, encompassing wisdom, compassion, and the pursuit […]
Confidence According to Buddhism
Welcome to our Virtual Sangha’s sutta study series! In this episode, we explore “The Best Kinds of Confidence,” a powerful Buddhist discourse that reveals the four highest places where we can put our trust to live a life of true fulfillment and peace. Whether you are new to Buddhism or deep in your practice, this […]
The Four Types of Deeds: Understanding Karma and Its Effects
Listen to the Podcast Episode. Our actions shape our experiences, influencing the way we perceive the world and our place in it. In today’s blog post, we take a deeper look at one of the Buddha’s teachings from the Numbered Discourses: the four types of deeds. These four types help us understand karma—the law of […]
Introduction to the Abhidharma
Preface In part four of The Tree of Enlightenment, by Peter Della Santina, the author goes to great lengths to make sure the reader sees the the Abhidharma, and Buddhism in general, as something that is practical, with real world applications. Santina references psychology and psychotherapy 109 times, and uses the words practice or practical […]