Buddhist meditation

Vipassana meditation is meditation focused at understanding nature, one’s true nature, and the nature of deep issues (Young, 1994). One key attribute of Vipassana meditation is the addressing and resolution of negative emotions. A reflection on biblical scripture is more beneficial, and applicable, when the individual reflecting is aware of his or her own nature, and any current issues, because the reflection may provide more insight. That is to say, Vipassana meditation provides a channel…

time in India, he was a prince. He lived most of life a sheltered one. As his life continued, he wanted to find the true root to suffering. In his search, he meditated under a Bodhi tree, and it is said that he became an enlightned one, or Buddha. Buddhists believe that…

and Buddhist teachings involved in bioethics can all have an impact and influence the lives and decisions of people of the Buddhist community make. The Dalai Lama is a significant person in the Buddhist tradition due to him making buddhism accessible to the Western World, Promoting buddhism through outreach to other religions, simplifying and clarifying the buddhist teachings and promoting world peace in line with the eightfold path. These have allowed him to impact on the lives of Buddhist…

mystery of God or the ‘other’. The core beliefs practised by Buddhists are derived from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, and they pave the path to enlightenment. Although the teachings of…

Buddhists do not worship any gods or deities and strive to develop a deep insight into the true nature of life. There are approximately 376 million Buddhists around the world. While there are various other sects, the two main Buddhist sects are Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism. Buddhism is 2500 years old and arose as a result of Siddhartha Gautama's search for…

a small form of Buddhism syncretism at work. Some Buddhist practiced the worship of Bodhisattva Budai in hopes of relaxation and correct learnedness of worldly pleasures. So the laughing Buddha is a small example of how Buddhism’s great influence has leaked over into western culture. But the laughing Buddha is just the tip. Pop culture and Hollywood has embraced the Buddha in popular films Seven Year in Tibet, which stared Brad Pitt. The Buddhist imagery and style was depicted in western culture…

On Sunday, October 9, I visited Dawn Mountain, a Buddhist temple. I chose to go to Dawn Mountain because I have always been interested in Buddhism while studying World History. While I was driving to Dawn Mountain, I was expecting a traditional Buddhist temple that portrays ancient Chinese and Indian architecture styles. In my mind, I thought Dawn Mountain would have monks wearing orange and red robes. I did not expect to have a different perspective on Buddhism after my visit, I thought it…

Buddhist teachings and worship have successfully influenced individuals and the community. This is because teachings and worship have proven beneficial towards the individuals and the community. Buddhism’s view on abortion has addressed to individuals how to deal with this practice. The Dalai Lama, acknowledging his respectable reputation and through various communication formats, has expressed his knowledge of his understanding of the Buddhist teachings for many communities. Within Temple Puja,…

the 21st, I visited the Buddhist temple called the Hsi Fang temple located in San Diego, CA at Park Blvd. Although Buddhism is my religion, I never knew much about. Before visiting a Buddhism temple, I felt that my experience there was very eye opening, and gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation for Buddhist practices and beliefs. In my mind, I thought that there are a few Buddhist temples in San Diego, such as Chua Ba Thien Hau, Tinh Xa Ngoc Minh (Bhikkuni Buddhist Congregation), or…

Never the less, after a brief dharma talk given by a sangha member and a “what to expect” introduction to the meditation, the group then is guided in a Guru Yoga meditation. There is no initiation or empowerment and little emphasis on the studying of texts or sutras. The style of Diamond Way would be a “Jump on in the water’s fine!,” mentality. When I asked Dr. Lye of the very traditional…