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Buddhism Now is an online Buddhist magazine based upon the teachings of the Buddha.
Buddhist Publishing Group (BPG) was formed in 1983 and published the paper issue of Buddhism Now between 1989-2007.
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Morning meditation — The person who has no preferences.
‘The person who has no preferences and has overcome all views, what would he be attached to in the world?’
Alagaddupama Sutta
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Morning meditation — The Buddha spoke of nirvana not as annihilation.
‘The Buddha spoke of nirvana not as annihilation, but as the cessation of the fire of clinging. Likewise, atammayatā is not a negation of life, but the freedom to engage with it without being ensnared.’
Everyday Buddhism
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Morning meditation — Wakeful without wandering.
‘Wakeful without wandering,
The mind is tranquil yet bright.
All phenomena are real and eternal,
Profuse, yet of a single form.’Niutou Farong
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Morning meditation — The Buddha’s caution against clinging to views is a reminder that the ultimate goal of the Dharma.
‘The Buddha’s caution against clinging to views is a reminder that the ultimate goal of the Dharma is not the articulation of truth but the direct experience of it.’
Everyday Buddhism
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Morning meditation — By being fully present, we allow the truths of impermanence, suffering, and not-self to reveal themselves.
‘By being fully present, we allow the truths of impermanence, suffering, and not-self to reveal themselves. In this way, awareness and wisdom are not separate; they are two aspects of the same practice, each deepening and supporting the other.’
Everyday Buddhism
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Morning meditation — Awareness is the foundation of all Buddhist practice.
‘Awareness is the foundation of all Buddhist practice, as it trains the mind to stay grounded in reality rather than becoming lost in distraction or delusion.’
Everyday Buddhism
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Morning meditation — When we integrate the understanding of anicca (impermanence) with the practice of patience.
‘When we integrate the understanding of anicca (impermanenc) with the practice of patience, we develop a profound equanimity. We recognise that whatever difficulties or challenges we face will also pass, just as all things do.’
Everyday Buddhism
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Morning Meditation — Unfortunately, one of the ills of modern society.
‘Unfortunately, one of the ills of modern society is that it’s in headlong flight from the truth of the human condition, from the fact that we all, without exception, are subject to old age, sickness and death.’
John Snelling
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