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Bhikkhuni Arindamā. First Theravada ordination in Spain
When we ask ourselves what Buddhism is and how it could be defined, a large number of problems arise. Are you defined by your doctrines? Because of your practices? Because of your texts? Because of their secret teachings?
Bhikkhuni Arindamā. First Theravada ordination in Spain
When we ask ourselves what Buddhism is and how it could be defined, a large number of problems arise. Are you defined by your doctrines? Because of your practices? Because of your texts? Because of their secret teachings?
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Historic Celebration: Ordination of the Bhikkhuni Arindama
On June 25, 2025, a unique and historic moment for Buddhism took place in our country: the ordination of Bhikkhuni Arindama, the first ordination of a Theravada nun in Spain.
Historic Celebration: Ordination of the Bhikkhuni Arindama
On June 25, 2025, a unique and historic moment for Buddhism took place in our country: the ordination of Bhikkhuni Arindama, the first ordination of a Theravada nun in Spain.
Buddhica Hispanica: the growing subculture of Spanish-speaking Buddhism in Europe and the Americas*
The term “Buddhism in the West” can be quite misleading. All too often, this general term refers to Buddhism in the Anglophone world, that is, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. But the West is not monolithic, and there are other languages and complexes
Buddhica Hispanica: the growing subculture of Spanish-speaking Buddhism in Europe and the Americas*
The term “Buddhism in the West” can be quite misleading. All too often, this general term refers to Buddhism in the Anglophone world, that is, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. But the West is not monolithic, and there are other languages and complexes
Christian Zen: Critical Reflections on Its Impact on Catholic Spirituality
Christian Zen emerged in the mid-20th century, when several Christian religious, mainly Catholics, began to adopt Zen Buddhist methods to revitalize their contemplative practice. This movement has spread to Europe, America and several countries in Asia, through courses
Christian Zen: Critical Reflections on Its Impact on Catholic Spirituality
Christian Zen emerged in the mid-20th century, when several Christian religious, mainly Catholics, began to adopt Zen Buddhist methods to revitalize their contemplative practice. This movement has spread to Europe, America and several countries in Asia, through courses
Ferran Mestanza: Teaching the Essence of Buddhism in the Modern World
At a time when Western society is showing a growing interest in contemplative traditions, Ferrán Mestanza stands out for his ability to build bridges between the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism and the contemporary world.
Ferran Mestanza: Teaching the Essence of Buddhism in the Modern World
At a time when Western society is showing a growing interest in contemplative traditions, Ferrán Mestanza stands out for his ability to build bridges between the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism and the contemporary world.
Duplicating the Sangha: Mahāprajāpatī's legacy in the evolution of Buddhism
Buddhism offers a way to free oneself from the wheel of deaths and births that follow one another in a seemingly endless sequence. The Buddha had stated that his teachings were aimed at four groups: lay women, nuns, lay men and monks.
Duplicating the Sangha: Mahāprajāpatī's legacy in the evolution of Buddhism
Buddhism offers a way to free oneself from the wheel of deaths and births that follow one another in a seemingly endless sequence. The Buddha had stated that his teachings were aimed at four groups: lay women, nuns, lay men and monks.
