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Apr 24

Zen Stories - 8 - Watermelon and Stone

Zen Buddhism - Read about the simple truths that need to be understood to achieve the ultimate goal.

Apr 10

A small lamp is enough

Do you believe in astrology or not? See how Guruji settles the doubt in a stranger's mind.

Mar 7

The essential problem

Lord Buddha stated that "Desire" is the source of all problems. Can we overcome the craving?

Feb 15

Teachings of Lord Buddha -1

Learn about Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eight fold path in Lord Buddha's teachings.

Nov 1, 2019

Tao Te Ching – 2

A poem from Tao Te Ching. Lao Tzu highlights the dual nature and impermanence of the world.

Oct 4, 2019

Tao Te Ching - 1

Tao Te Ching is a text written in mystic language, based on which, many philosophical thought trends, martial arts like Tai chi and some occ

Sep 21, 2019

Bodhi Dharma 3 - Tea

Learn about Bodi Dharma's commitment to meditation

Sep 6, 2019

Teachings of Lord Buddha - 2

Primary disciple Assaji played a major role in spreading the teachings of Lord Buddha.

Aug 16, 2019

Bodhi Dharma - 2 - Shaolin Martial Arts

India born Bodhidharma’s travel to China and role in the birth of Shaolin Kung Fu

Jul 19, 2019

Bodhidharma - 1– The great Guru of Zen

The son of a South Indian King, Bodhi Dharma, is cherished as one among the great souls who helped the world

Jun 28, 2019

Essential Teachings of Buddha

Learn about Buddha's basic principles to the path of Nirvana.

May 7, 2019

Zen Stories - 7 - Most precious thing in the world

Enlightenment (Buddhahood) is the most precious thing in the world as no one can value it properly. A Zen master beautifully explains.

Apr 1, 2019

Zen Stories - 6 - Buddhahood is not far away

Zen asks us to live happily in the present without worrying about tomorrow. Learn more about the concepts and references to Biblical events.

Mar 10, 2019

Zen Doctrine

Bodhi Dharma deserves the credit for reviving Zen doctrine in China. How did he do it?

Feb 21, 2019

Zen Stories - 5 - Life of a Bird

The application of spiritual teachings from Zen, Vedanta etc. requires utmost care and authenticity.

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