If you’re into meditation, you might have heard about Samatha from teachers like Pema Chodron and Jack Kornfield. It’s one of the most important of all Buddhist practices alongside Vipassana. It’s a “single-pointed meditation” that is one of the best meditations for concentration. Also called “Peaceful Abiding”, Samatha is great for peacefulness and focus, and… Continue reading Samatha Meditation – Everything You Need To Know
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10 Special Buddhist Gifts To Make Them Grateful
I’ve created the following list of gifts based on my twenty years in the Buddhist community, the general popularity of the items, and my experience from giving and / or receiving. You’ll find all sorts of beautiful presents guaranteed to put a smile on their face. There’s everything from malas to meditation cushions and more. … Continue reading 10 Special Buddhist Gifts To Make Them Grateful
Vipassana Meditation Technique [With Script]
Vipassana is a Buddhist meditation technique, often combined with Samatha, that is used to enhance our perception of reality and to gain insight into the working of the mind. Vipassana is a Pali word meaning “clear seeing” or “insight”. “Vi” means “In a special way”, and “Passana” means to perceive. In this… Continue reading Vipassana Meditation Technique [With Script]
Anjali Mudra – Our Simple Guide To Prayer Hands
Anjali mudra is the yogic mame for the hand gesture (“Hasta Mudra”) used to say “namaste”. You may know it by its Hindu name “Namaskar”. It is also Christian Prayer hands and sometimes called Atmanjli and Heart Seal. Mudras use acupressure points, chakras, and nadi to create certain states of mind. By using these three… Continue reading Anjali Mudra – Our Simple Guide To Prayer Hands
Om Mani Padme Hum Meaning In Plain English
When I first heard the Buddhist mantra Om Mani Padme Hum, I wondered just exactly what it represented. I’d seen it in various Buddhist texts, in Youtube videos, and even in Buddhist art. But what exactly does it mean? Actually, it’s one of the most important mantras in the world [Read: Mantra Meditation for Beginners]. It… Continue reading Om Mani Padme Hum Meaning In Plain English