Buddhism
UU Sangha Newsletter
Online version of the newsletter covering topic about Unitarian Universalist Buddhism. www.uua.org
Rosenthal, Gary - Point Bonita Books
Selections from poetry and essays on archetypal psychology, Buddhism, and the poetic tradition. www.pointbonitabooks.com
Did Buddhism influence early Christianity?
Essay on the possibility that Jesus was taught Buddhism by the Therapeutae, a community of Buddhist teachers that had been sent by the Indian emperor Ashoka on an embassy to Ptolemy II, king of Egypt, in 250 CE. www.omhros.gr
Zen, Women, and Buddhism
Articles and links to other pages about female Buddhists and Buddhism from the female perspective. www.geocities.com
The Parable of the Prodigal Son in Christianity and Buddhism
An analysis of this parable which appears in the scriptures of both religions. www.comparativereligion.com
Buddhist-Christian Studies
A scholarly journal devoted to Buddhism and Christianity, their historical and contemporary interrelationships. muse.jhu.edu
Wyse, Steve
Midwestern musician, Buddhism from the heartland. Biography, album information, and show dates. www.SteveWyse.com
Synopsis of Nichiren and His Teachings
Thumbnail sketch of Nichiren and his creation of a new sect of Buddhism. www.wsu.edu:8080
Buddhism and Unitarian-Universalism
A significant portion of Unitarian Universalists think of themselves as Western Buddists. An essay by Jeff Wilson. www.tc.umn.edu
Buddhism and Meditation in Olympia
Offers Buddhism and meditation classes in Olympia for both beginners and people with experience of meditation. www.meditateinolympia.org
The City on the Edge of Forever
Brief description of Mount Meru and Shambhala in Tibetan Buddhism, by Aaron Ross. www.dr-yo.com
Buddhist-Christian Studies
A scholarly journal devoted to Buddhism and Christianity and their historical and contemporary interrelationships. www2.hawaii.edu
A Buddhist Christian Dialog
Promotes interaction between Christians and Buddhists in dialog form. It is not the goal to blend the distinct spiritual gems of Christianity and Buddhism and compromise our individual religions, but to promote mutual understanding between the parts in sober confrontation, when necessary. www.abcdnet.org
The Enneagram and Buddhism: Finding Your Unique Satori
Essay on which Buddhist paramitas (perfections) which are most important to cultivate as a function of one's Enneagram type. www.breakoutofthebox.com
Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism
Official site for Nichiren Shoshu information in the United States. Provides introductory information and pertinent articles and lectures, in addition to temple locations and contacts. www.nst.org
Endo and Johnston talk of Buddhism and Christianity
Novelist Shusaku Endo interviews Jesuit theologian William Johnston (translator of "Silence"). [America] ccbs.ntu.edu.tw
Postmodern Jungian Perspectives on Art and Archetypes
Contains art and writings of John Heuser, a California Institute of Integral Studies scholar of Jung, Buddhism,feminism, expressive arts, and Goddess-consciousness. heuserj.00space.com
PHILTAR Encyclopedia Entry: Nichiren Buddhism
St Martin's College Department of Religion and Ethics synopsis of Nichiren Buddhism. philtar.ucsm.ac.uk
Cosmopolitan Buddhist Assembly
Pure Land Buddhist Tradition, oriented to Shin Buddhism. The CBA is for Gay/Queer/Tran/Bisex Men Aged 18+. www.geocities.com
Dharma Center of Oklahoma
Offers overviews of Buddhism and basic tenents along with schedule of meditation classes. www.rkok-dharmacenter.org
Sky Dancer - Buddhism for feminists
This is a web site dedicated to feminist interpretations of Buddhist philosophy and practice. Includes articles, essays and a bibliography. www.loudzen.com
The Place of Women in Buddhism
Covers: "The Pre-Buddhist Position of Women", "Women and the Buddha's Path", "The Secular Position of Women", "The Order of Bhikkhunis" and "Role of Women in Early Buddhism". www.enabling.org
Crewe: Amitayus Kadampa Buddhist Centre
The Centre provides a peaceful and inspiring environment in which anyone can learn about meditation and Buddhism, how to meditate and how this can help in daily life. Meditation is a method anyone can learn to reduce depression, stress, anger, and other negative states of mind, and increase peaceful and happy minds through training in love, compassion and wisdom. www.amitayus.org
Orality to literacy: Transition in Early Tamil Society
Brahmi script reached Upper South India and the Tamil country at about the same time during the 3rd century B.C.E. in the wake of the southern spread of Jainism and Buddhism. www.frontlineonnet.com
Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism in Malaysia
Offers a personal experience, explanation of the fundamentals of Buddhism, and overview of the history Soka Gakkai. www.angelfire.com
Order of Nazorean Essenes - A Buddhist Branch of Original Christianity
An effort to show the connections between Eastern Christianity, Gnosticism, Manichaeanism, and Buddhism. essenes.crosswinds.net
Hanmi Buddhism: Mystery School of Amoghavajra
A Chinese Esoteric Budhhist school. Headed by Dharma King Dechan Jueren Master Yu Tian Jian, the 49th Great Acharya. At Da Ri Rulai Temple, California. www.hanmischool.org
My Faith
Offers unofficial views and explanations of fundamental concepts and practices of Nichiren Buddhism. www.tonidunlap.com
Springett, Ulli
Books and services on self awareness, gleaned from a background of gestalt therapy and Tibetan Buddhism. authorpages.co.uk
UU Buddhist Fellowship
Since the introduction of the first Buddhist texts to America in the mid-nineteenth century, Buddhism has been as extremely influential force among Unitarians and, over the last thirty years, Unitarian Universalists. In recent years, Unitarian Universalists have increasingly been drawn to explore Buddhist religious practices. www.uua.org
Buddhism and Meditation in Oregon
Mahayana Buddhist Center offering Dharma teachings and devotional practices in Portland and Eugene for the general public and the committed practitioner. www.meditationinoregon.org
Ken Wilber's Columns
Columns of this well known writer includes archive of eight articles written for the Buddhism Culture Meditation Life periodical, the Shambhala Sun. www.shambhalasun.com
Hull: Khedrupje Buddhist and Meditation Centre
Meditation and Buddhism in Hull. Learn meditation and reduce stress, anger and negativity. Range of classes, from curious to serious. www.meditateinhull.com
West Sussex SGI
Personal site by Ted Penfold. An Introduction and contact point for the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin and SGI-UK and Inter-faith groups. www.sado.freeserve.co.uk
Growing Up All Over Again
Addiction, recovery, buddhism, spirituality. Working on understanding and compassion, one day at a time. Likes cats. www.backwash.com
Radiant Dolphin Press
Publishing books and CD combinations on meditation, Eastern philosophy, Zen, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Tibetan Buddhism, self-hypnosis, and psychotherapy. members.aol.com
Individual Answers to Your Questions About Buddhism
Confidential answers to your questions by the volunteer members of Allexperts.com. www.allexperts.com
San Francisco Bay Area
Contains schedule and details of meditation and study programs in Kadampa Buddhism. Umbrella site for several local Centers. www.kadampas.org
BBC World Service
Guide to Buddhism with online audio. www.bbc.co.uk
Amsterdam Geshu Site
Unofficial and maintained by Amsterdam members. Features Dutch and English introduction to Buddhism and the Soka Gakkai, meeting schedules, articles and study materials, and discussion forum. www.geshu.org
The Mind-Only Café
Page about the Yogacara school of Buddhism. www.uncwil.edu
Gateless Passage
Nonsectarian information facility for the lay study of Chinese Buddhism. Has translations of suttras and information on Buddhist Basics. www.cdpatton.net
BuddhaNet: Buddhist Information and Education Network
Offers an online Buddhist magazine, a comprehensive worldwide directory of Buddhist centers, a library of ebooks, and an extensive database of articles on Buddhism, including insight meditation, metta meditation, history, culture, and academic studies. www.buddhanet.net
Washington, DC: Vajrayogini Buddhist Center
Serves the Washington area with the three meditation and study programs of Kadampa Buddhism. www.meditation-dc.org
Family Dharma Connections
Devoted to Buddhist families with children and others interested in sharing Dharma and Buddhism with children. Covers divorce, monastic parenting, and teaching Buddhism to children. www.pulelehuadesign.com
Happiness Central
Offers essays and testimonials about practicing Buddhism in America as a Soka Gakkai member. www.happyjeanny.com
Cyberkaya
An interactive Dharma Journal. It has been a meeting place for Dharma practitioners who may work independent of the organizations and schools of institutional Buddhism. It is no longer being updated but the archive of work is made available. www.serve.com
Buddhism and Meditation in Bellingham
Offers Buddhism and meditation classes in Bellingham for both beginners and people with experience of meditation. www.meditateinbellingham.org
E-sangha Nichiren Buddhism Forum
Nichiren buddhist discussion section of E-Sangha with moderated topical threads. www.lioncity.net
SGI-UK
Offers locations of local culture and community centers, along with schedule of activities, list of publications available, and explanations of Buddhism. www.sgi-uk.org
University of Kent at Canterbury
One-year MA in the Study of Mysticism and Religious Experience, including study of Kabbalah, Sufism, Buddhism, and Eastern Orthodox Christian theology. www.ukc.ac.uk
Camberwell District SGI
Information and meetings on the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin, Soka Gakkai and nam myoho renge kyo based in south east London - Camberwell District. www.angelfire.com
Los Angeles - Khandakapala Buddhist Center
Offers meditation class and event schedules, as well as information about Buddhism. www.Meditateinla.org
Women Active in Buddhism
A comprehensive collection of links and resources on contemporary Buddhist women, including: teachers, activists, scholars, nuns, lay practitioners, teachings, special events, projects, organisations, bibliographic and contact information. lhamo.tripod.com
Dedicated Life Institute
Supports spiritual exploration and growth and is dedicated to making the principles and practices of Buddhism and the essence teachings of many traditions accessible. (Newton, MA) www.dli.org
Lieberson, Peter
Short biography showing influences of Wuorinen, Babbitt, and Tibetan Buddhism from the Grove Concise Dictionary of Music entry at WQXR radio. www.wqxr.com
Vajra Rainbow: Vajrayana Buddhist Lesbian & Gay Magazine
An on-line magazine for lesbian, gay and bisexual practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism and anyone else interested in the issues of relationship and Vajrayana practice. www.vajrarainbow.org
Are (some) Unitarians Buddhists without knowing it?
A Talk Delivered to the Lakehead Unitarian Fellowship by Robert Farmer outlining the similarities between Buddhism and Unitarianism. members.shaw.ca
Wales SGI
Personal site by Mike Bridger and Steve Harris of Wales England. Site includes history of Buddhism, guidances, and fun stuff for kids. members.lycos.co.uk
Brighton: Bodhisattva Centre
Located in the heart of Brighton and Hove. Organises a wide variety of classes based on the meditation techniques of Kadampa Buddhism. www.bodhisattva.co.uk
Meditation in Arizona
Offers bi-weekly meditation classes and study programs in Kadampa Buddhism. www.MeditationInArizona.org
Oneness Jewelry
Jewelry created with symbols of ancient Egypt, Hinduism, Judaism, Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam. www.onenessjewelry.com
Bibliography on Women and Buddhism
www2.hawaii.edu
Midwest Hapkido
Under Master Bruce W. Sims affiliations with Hwa Rang Kumdo Association and World Kido Association. Offers college credits in martial arts through the College of Lake County. Includes history, curriculum, affiliations, events, buddhism, lineage and Kumdo. Based in U.S.A. www.midwesthapkido.com
Jen Chen Buddhism
Jen Chen is a phonetical translation from Mandarin , meaning Humanity Vehicle. The term 'vehicle' in Buddhism is analogous to a conveyance of deliverance for sentient beings. The Buddha taught Five Vehicles of Buddhism. World Jen Chen Buddhism is dedicated to the promotion of the Humanity Vehicle Buddhsim. (The other four vehicles are Deva, Sravaka, Pratyeka-Buddha and Bodhisattva Vehicles.) World Jen Chen Buddhism was founded by Venerable Master Shen-Kai and it aims to purify the human mind and promote a bliss culture for humanity. www.jenchen.org.sg
Buddhism and Islam
A description of Buddhism from an Islamic perspective. www.geocities.com
An Introduction to Buddhism
Offers overview of Nichiren Buddhism, along with quotes and practice information. www.geocities.com
Kadampa Buddhism in New York
We offer a wide range of Buddhist meditation at various centers across New York State for all levels of experience www.meditateinnewyork.org
Women's Early Eastern Spirituality
Survey of early women masters in Buddhism, Taoism, Shinto and Zen: includes excerpted texts, poetry, Eastern fine art illustrations music.acu.edu
Kadampa Buddhism and Meditation in Exeter
Information about kadampa buddhism and meditation classes held in Exeter and Devon. The Centre is a member of the International Kadampa Buddhist Union. www.meditationinexeter.org
International Buddhist Congregation of Rissho Kosei-kai
Expounds views, essays, and literature, along with worship schedule and general information about Buddhism. www.ibc-rk.org
Rebuking the Enemies of the Lotus
Article by Jacqueline Stone featured in a Special issue of the Japanese Journal of Religious Studies, which offers a brief historical overview outlining the origins of "Lotus exclusivism" in Nichiren's thought and how it affected the development of this branch of Buddhism. (PDF file, Adobe Acrobat reader software required). www.nanzan-u.ac.jp
Rissho University
Department of Nichiren Buddhism and a research institute in Nichiren Buddhist Studies established to educate student priests of the Nichiren sect of Buddhism. www.ris.ac.jp
San Jose - Duldzin Dragpa Buddhist Center
Dharma Center of Mahayana Buddhism (New Kadampa Tradition) offering systematic, ongoing meditation and study programs. www.kadampas.org
Ancient Lections of Tibetan Buddhism to be Gathered
From Xinhuanet, the lections were piled up in a huge wall that is 60 meterslong and 10 meters high at the Sagya Monastery in Sagya county, roughly 400 kilometers from Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region. news.xinhuanet.com
Peter M. Gaffney, M.D.
Dr. Gaffney is a psychiatrist practicing in Sacramento, California. This site describes his techniques and views on psychiatry, psychotherapy, buddhism, and psychotropic medications. PsychiatricAdvice5cents.com
Vajra Light Buddhist Center, Dobbs Ferry, NY
Vajra Light Buddhist Center offers meditation classes and instruction in Buddhism, including Buddhist psychology, philosophy and practice, to Westchester County and surrounding areas. vajralight.org
Buddhist Information of North America
Free Buddhist e-texts, books, lectures, and teachings. Links to individual schools of Buddhism. www.buddhistinformation.com
Japanese Calligraphy Gallery
Calligraphy through different themes: martial arts, zen buddhism, tea ceremony, and poems. www.japaneseshodo.com
Yahoo! Groups: Gakkai-Spirit
Private mailing list for sharing experiences with this Buddhism. groups.yahoo.com
The Grand Palace in Bangkok
Ann Church provides a guide to this ornate palace complex. Aerial view. Tour via sensitive bird's-eye map. Illustrated history of the royal family and information on Buddhism. www.smcm.edu
Buddhist Mysticism
Mysticism in world religions. It includes quotations from the Dhammapada, Bodhidharma, Zen Buddhism and contemporary Tibetan Buddhism. www.digiserve.com
Healing Buddha Foundation (Segyu Gaden Dhargye Ling)
Centers for healing and the preservation of the Segyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Techniques used in the clinics are based on Buddhist psychology and Tibetan Tantric Medicine. Sebastopol, California. www.healingbuddha.org
Buddhism and Meditation in Skagit Valley
Offers Buddhism and meditation classes in Skagit Valley for both beginners and people with experience of meditation. www.meditateinskagitvalley.org
Pou Ji Tang Acupuncture Clinic
Embraces the six-thousand year-old tradition of Chinese medicine and honors its roots in Buddhism. Carol Lai Ling Fong, founder. San Francisco. www.poujitang.com
ICQ Buddhism-SGI Interest Group
Moderated real-time chat room for those interested in the Buddhism practiced by the Soka Gakkai. groups.icq.com
My Journey as a Buddhist
Interview with the actor on his way to and understanding of Buddhism by Melvin McLeod. [Shambhala Sun] www.shambhalasun.com
Cantebury: Jampel Center
Information on classes and short descriptions of meditation and Buddhism. www.jampel.org
New Kadampa Tradition (NKT)
An international nonprofit organization that promotes the development of Kadampa Buddhism. Its members are the nearly 600 Kadampa Buddhist Centers worldwide. Find information about Kadampa Buddhist activities. www.kadampa.org
Plymouth: Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Centre
Find out all about Kadampa Buddhism and Meditation in Plymouth, South Devon and Cornwall. meditationinplymouth.org
Analytical Psychology and Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin
Erika Gsell provides a brief scholarly comparison of some aspects of the theoretical and practical approaches of Nichiren Buddhism with aspects of Jungian analytical psychology. www.cgjungpage.org
Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin
Unofficial. Brief overview of Nichiren Buddhism and the Soka Gakkai. www.geocities.com
Forest, Jonathen - Splintered in His Head
Experimental poetry and prose thrown in a blender with Buddhism, transpersonal psychology, quantum physics, genetics, and transhumanism. matiskoj.tripod.com
Meditation and Buddhism Classes in Scotland
Find Buddhist meditation classes in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Motherwell and regular special retreats at the Centre and at various venues throughout Scotland. www.meditateinscotland.org
Lieberson: Raising the Gaze
Extended review of the CD examining the influence of Buddhism on his works and focusing especially on Drala. classicalcdreview.com
Buddhist Influences in the Near East
An essay on the historical relationships between Christianity, Buddhism, and Manichaeanism. www.antiqillum.com
Buddhist Yogi C. M. Chen
The Vajrayana Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism and Hinayana Buddhism teachings of Buddhist Yogi C. M. Chen (Yogi Chen) and his disciple Dr. Yutang Lin. www.yogichen.org
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