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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 — To keep observing the nature of our thoughts generates a mind emptied of Dukkha.

  By Buddhism Now on 31 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘To keep observing the nature of our thoughts generates a mind emptied of Dukkha, and so, is the very best knowledge there is. Through it we gain familiarity with the realization or awareness of emptiness.’

  Buddhadasa Bhikkhu

• Morning Meditation — Only one familiar with the observation of mind can really understand Dhamma.

  By Buddhism Now on 30 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘The most essential meaning of the word ‘study’ is of the unceasing, dedicated observation and investigation of whatever arises in the mind, be it pleasant or unpleasant. Only one familiar with the observation of mind can really understand Dhamma.’

  Buddhadasa Bhikkhu

• Morning meditation — We can notice visual change and sound.

  By Buddhism Now on 29 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘We establish loving-kindness with ourselves by not creating burdens out of what we have done in the past.’

  Ajahn Sumedho

• Morning meditation — As the mind becomes more refined through this practice.

  By Buddhism Now on 28 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  As the mind becomes more refined through this practice, the veil of ignorance lifts, and one begins to perceive the truth of the Unconditioned.

  Everyday Buddhism

• Meeting between Yaoshan and Li Ao

  By Buddhism Now on 27 July 2025 • ( 1 )

  

  Seeing your face is not as good as hearing your name.

• Morning meditation — The moon is in the night-blue sky.

  By Buddhism Now on 27 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘The moon is in the night-blue sky. This song is chanted now, without any Ch’an in the song.’

  Han Shani

• Morning meditation — I find it is very important to constantly remind ourselves.

  By Buddhism Now on 26 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘I find it is very important to constantly remind ourselves that we are human beings, we are capable of learning new things, and we can make things better whatever the situation is.’

  Geshe Tashi Tsering

• Morning meditation — Buddha’s teaching is profoundly simple.

  By Buddhism Now on 25 July 2025 • ( 0 )

  

  ‘At its heart, the Buddha’s teaching is profoundly simple, offering a clear path towards liberation.’

  Everyday Buddhism