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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.

• Morning meditation — Learned Audience, those who understand the way of ‘thoughtlessness’.

  By Buddhism Now on 16 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘Learned Audience, those who understand the way of ‘thoughtlessness’ will know everything, will have the experience all Buddhas have had, and attain Buddhahood.’

  Hui Neng

• Morning meditation — The Buddha’s teachings are vast and varied.

  By Buddhism Now on 15 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘The Buddha’s teachings are vast and varied, yet at their core, they point to the same essential truths. Through practice, we begin to see how these teachings interweave and reinforce one another, forming a path that is both simple and profound.’

  Everyday Buddhism

• Morning meditation — When people prefer dukkha over awakening.

  By Buddhism Now on 14 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘When people prefer dukkha over awakening, even the bodhisattvas are moved to tears.’

  Everyday Buddhism

• Morning meditation — To know our mind is to obtain liberation.

  By Buddhism Now on 13 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘To know our mind is to obtain liberation. To obtain liberation is to attain Samadhi of Prajna, which is ‘thoughtlessness’. What is ‘thoughtlessness’? ‘Thoughtlessness’ is to see and to know all Dharmas (things) with a mind free from attachment.’

  Hui Neng

• Morning meditation — Should we introspect our mind with real Prajna.

  By Buddhism Now on 12 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘Should we introspect our mind with real Prajna, all erroneous views would be vanquished in a moment, and as soon as we know the Essence of Mind we arrive immediately at the Buddha stage.’

  Hui Neng

• Morning meditation — Learned Audience, without enlightenment.

  By Buddhism Now on 11 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘Learned Audience, without enlightenment there would be no difference between a Buddha and other living beings; while a gleam of enlightenment is enough to make any living being the equal of a Buddha.’

  Hui Neng

• Morning meditation — Whether in a literal forest or in the midst of a busy life.

  By Buddhism Now on 10 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘Whether in a literal forest or in the midst of a busy life, the challenge remains the same: to step away from the distractions of the world, to face the restless mind, and to find the peace that comes from understanding the true nature of existence.’

  Everyday Buddhism

• Morning meditation — The third noble truth offers the promise of liberation.

  By Buddhism Now on 9 January 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘The third noble truth offers the promise of liberation: the cessation of suffering is possible. This state, known as Nirvana (Nibbana), is the extinguishing of craving, the ending of attachment, and the realisation of the unconditioned.’

  Everyday Buddhism