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“Ashoka Jayanti 2025: The Emperor Who Embraced Peace and Shaped History”
April 5, 2025, marks Ashoka Jayanti, a day dedicated to remembering Emperor Ashoka, one of the most transformative rulers in Indian history. While the occasion is primarily observed in Bihar, it carries significant importance for Buddhists…
MAY INDIA-SRI LANKA BROTHERHOOD LAST LONG!
India and Sri Lanka share a long-standing historical relationship, with ancient scriptures highlighting their deep-rooted religious and cultural ties. In a move to further strengthen these bonds, Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is…
The Editorial
It is evident that the Buddhist community in Sri Lanka is treading in a different direction by casting away their inherited scientific, rational and evergreen principles of Buddhism. It is conspicuous that they are more inclined towards…
Gold Mercury Award for Peace Presented to His Holiness
President and Secretary General and the members of Gold Mercury International, presented the Gold Mercury Award for Peace to His Holiness the Dalai Lama in recognition of his lifelong commitment to peace, compassion, education and human…
Piyawadana
The human body, at peace with itself,
Is more precious than the rarest gem.
Cherish your body - it is yours this time only. The human form is won with difficulty,
It is easy to lose.
All worldly things are brief,
Like lightning in the…
His Holiness the Dalai Lama receives another honorary degree.
Today, March 3, 2025, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received an honorary doctorate from the Danubius Galati University in Romania at his residence in Dharamshala.
O land of diversity, our greetings to you on your 76th Independence Day!
O land of diversity, our greetings to you on your 76th Independence Day!
Our country, known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, is the neighbor of Mother India. According to scientists, thousands of years ago, our country was connected to…
Pali and Sanskrit International Bhikkhu Exchange Program
Pali and Sanskrit International Bhikkhu Exchange Program successfully concludes in India, participant Bhikkhus return to Sri Lanka...
Under the guidance of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Pali and Sanskrit International Bhikkhu Exchange…
The Essence of Vipassana: Observing Your Mind
Begin practice by sitting up straight and paying attention. You can sit on the floor, you can sit in a chair. At first, you need not fix your attention on much. Simply be mindful of in-and-out breathing. If you find it helpful, you can also…
The Buddha’s Words on Loving Kindness
Karaniya Metta Sutta
This is what should be done
By one who is skilled in goodness,
And who knows the path of peace:
Let them be able and upright,
Straightforward and gentle in speech,
Humble and not conceited,
Contented…