Hi, How do I deal with sadness when people leave me out of things or forget about me? After my husband died, all kinds of people were around, but now I am...
Hi, Here is the definition I got: Definition: Namaste is a Hindi salutation or greeting. The word Namaste is a combination of the two Sanskrit words: nama, and...
Hi, While I am at it, what is the significance of the lotus flower and what is the lotus position? Sorry I am asking so many rudimentary questions. If you can...
I am looking for the Lovingkindness chant in Tibetan. I have found an mp3 in Pali. Is there a form in Tibetan? Lovingkindness is something I really need to...
Daily Buddhist Wisdom Do not just memorize sayings, recite words, and discuss Zen and the way based on books. The Zen way is not in books. Even if you can...
Hi, What is the significance of the eternal knot? Also, are chakras a Buddhist thing? If so, what are they about? Thanks Lauren Acorns have an oak tree to...
I read both of these this morning and just wanted to share. Whether on believes in in a religion or not, and whether on believes in rebirth or not, there is no...
Hi, My small Buddha came today. I am wondering what he has on his head and what he is holding with his left hand? I don't have a shrine because my kitties...
Raising children is difficult. We want to do the best for them, but often wonder what "the best" actually is. This report from NPR's "Radiolab"; show describes...
Hi, I read the piece on emptiness and self and that we don't have a soul. I am confused about that. Most of the rest of the things I am reading I have some...
Hi, What is the difference between meditation and self-hypnosis? That's another one I'm wondering about. Thanks Lauren Acorns have an oak tree to become....
Do you question yourself in regards to Buddhism being the right path for you? I question myself about everything b/c I never feel I am good enough. Like I just...
Hi, I read this and remember that way back when I was in college, I read "Siddhartha." A sister student read it for me on tape. I remember thinking it was...
Hello, I present this excerpt not as "THE" answer to your question. But in truth, I've never seen a more comprehensive approach to the question of the "kayas"....
Can a mala bracelet/necklace be made or do they have to be made of specific things. I have some very beautiful wooden beads I would love to use to make a mala...
Rigpa Glimpse of the Day for Apr 30 2010 Hi, What are the (three kayas)? I would really have to work on this one because my mind wanders a lot. Thanks ...
I know I use to have things on my altar/shrine. I know I had a small bowl of water, incense, dirt from the earth and other stuff, but I can't remember(my...
I just received this sale promotion from Dharma Shop. It is in plain text. I thought you all might be interested in their sales since we were just talking...
Hi, Where can one buy a small mani stone with "om mani padme hum" on it? Thanks Lauren Acorns have an oak tree to become. Kittens have a cat to become. You?...
I am Buddhist. My husband is agnostic, but agrees with the a lot of Buddhist principles. Do we teach our children about Buddhism? I understand that it is...
Today I am quitting smoking. I have tried many times, cold turkey. I hate smoking. I am so sick of it. This time using the gum. If you can please say in your...
It's been a lot of years that I've been studying buddhism now and so I've heard the expression "take refuge" already quite a few times. It seems like it means...
There has been spam coming from the email address of one of our members, <CrystalMoonStar1@...>. Two such messages have been sent to Buddhism_101. For...
I hope attachments are allowed. This is the one and only thing I have that I did not give away years ago when I strayed from my Buddhist path. It is a candle...
Hi, I found a stone that has "om mani padme hum" on it at the animal rescue site, which I have purchased from before. Thanks for any other information. Thanks...
Hello! Im new to this group and are lokking for safe "starters"; meditation technics, does anyone have some information about how to do a safe meditation...
Right now I am totally stressed out. At times like this, I wonder if I can follow the Buddhist path. I know I can, but I doubt myself. I have 2 year old twin...
I am writing to ask for prayers for the son of a friend of mine who died yesterday of leukemia. His name is Olin Wallis, please pray for his good rebirth. ...
