Ajahn Sumedho encourages us to see clearly that all thoughts arise and cease, and to realise that we cannot, therefore, trust them as a means of enlightenment.
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Kalama Sutta translated by Rupert Gethin
Kesaputta (Kalama Sutta: sometimes called ‘The Buddha’s Charter of Free Inquiry’).
Questions and Answers with the Dalai Lama
A group of Southeast Asians visit the main temple in Dharamsala in 2012 for teachings by the Dalai Lama.
China, Taoism, Buddhism, and its Hermits: Red Pine
In this humorous and informative talk, Red Pine takes us on a journey from the time before China began, through the ages, and the development of Taoism and Buddhism.
Branches of the Sandokai, by Shunryu Suzuki
Shunryu Suzuki’s comments of the Sandokai. Short film (around 15 minutes).
Who is the Laughing Buddha?
Pointing at the moon, looking at the moon, I’m just an old traveler along the way.
Harmony of Difference and Equality (Sandōkai)
Not understanding the way before your eyes, how do you know the path you walk?
Seated Bodhisattva
Seated Bodhisattva with one leg pendent. Japan, Asuka or Nara Period dated 606 or 666.
Buddhism now 