Tibetan Buddhism

  • Himalayan Buddhist Art 101: Teaching Lineages Depicted in Paintings Paid Member

    Buddhist practice and Buddhist art have been inseparable in the Himalayas ever since Buddhism arrived to the region in the eighth century. But for the casual observer it can be difficult to make sense of the complex iconography. Not to worry—Himalayan art scholar Jeff Watt is here to help. In this "Himalayan Buddhist Art 101" series, Jeff is making sense of this rich artistic tradition by presenting weekly images from the Himalayan Art Resources archives and explaining their roles in the Buddhist tradition. This week Jeff explains how teaching lineages are represented in paintings. Himalayan Buddhist Art 101: Teaching Lineages Depicted in Paintings More »
  • Tricycle Talk: Juniper's Lawrence Levy on Buddhist Training for Modern Life Paid Member

    This week's Tricycle Talk features Lawrence Levy, co-founder of the Juniper school. Levy, former chief financial officer at Pixar, took an early retirement to focus on  Juniper's work of rendering traditional Gelug teachings in modern idiom. A close friend of Steve Jobs, Levy enlisted the support of Apple's legendary founder in developing the Juniper school's aesthetic and presentation. Juniper  is led by Segyu Rinpoche, whom Tricycle interviewed earlier this year. For information on Juniper's upcoming retreat, click here. More »
  • Himalayan Buddhist Art 101: Reading a Painting, Part One Paid Member

    Buddhist practice and Buddhist art have been inseparable in the Himalayas ever since Buddhism arrived to the region in the eighth century. But for the casual observer it can be difficult to make sense of the complex iconography. Not to worry—Himalayan art scholar Jeff Watt is here to help. In this "Himalayan Buddhist Art 101" series, Jeff is making sense of this rich artistic tradition by presenting weekly images from the Himalayan Art Resources archives and explaining their roles in the Buddhist tradition. This week Jeff shows us how to properly read a painting. Reading a Painting, Part 1 More »
  • Buddha Buzz: Buddhist News from Around the World, Week of July 23 Paid Member

    There's a lot going on in the world—it's hard to keep up! This is "Buddha Buzz," our weekly roundup of Buddhist news from around the world. Check back on tricycle.com every Friday to see the latest. Tricycle was deeply saddened to hear of Tibetan Buddhist master Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche's sudden death from a heart attack on Tuesday. He was only 57 years old. For those unfamiliar with Traleg Rinpoche, the former monk and previous abbot of Thrangu monastery was the spiritual director of the E-Vam Institute in Melbourne, Australia, as well as its affiliate in New York. You can read his full biography here and watch teachings by him here. More »
  • Pema Chödrön Birthday Retreat a Success Paid Member

    You might have noticed in Buddha Buzz a couple of weeks ago an announcement about Pema Chödrön's 76th birthday. In celebration, Pema Chödrön and her foundation put together a virtual "Practicing Peace" retreat. And it was a great success! Tim Olmsted, the president of the Pema Chödrön Foundation, is happy to share the following news: More »
  • Himalayan Buddhist Art 101: Refuge Field Paintings Paid Member

    Buddhist practice and Buddhist art have been inseparable in the Himalayas ever since Buddhism arrived to the region in the eighth century. But for the casual observer it can be difficult to make sense of the complex iconography. Not to worry—Himalayan art scholar Jeff Watt is here to help. In this "Himalayan Buddhist Art 101" series, Jeff is making sense of this rich artistic tradition by presenting weekly images from the Himalayan Art Resources archives and explaining their roles in the Buddhist tradition. This week Jeff explores refuge field paintings. Himalayan Buddhist Art 101: Refuge Field Paintings More »