The reverberation of a conch shell is said to symbolize the deep, melodic, far-reaching sound of the dharma, the Buddha's teachings, that awakens spiritual disciples from ignorance. The parasol is a ...

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Another phenomenon inadvertently revealed by the fact of the sale is the ongoing commercialisation of Buddhism in the west.

As in Hinduism, elephants are revered in Buddhism as symbols of fortune and protection. They are featured in important Jataka tales, some of which you may recall from my earlier piece, Elephant ...

But one accessory I believe far too many play it safe with, when it comes to vibrant hues, is a parasol. When the sun is beating down during your lunch break and you want to soak up the heat ...

Foreign monks and officials visit an exhibition on the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in Beijing on Monday, gaining insights into the centuries-old spiritual succession system in Tibetan ...