1183: Tricycle Week Book Review: Ecology, Ethics, and Interdependence: The Dalai Lama in Conversation with Leading Thinkers on Climate Change

Climate change is a very contentious topic in the United States. However, it won’t be a hot topic here on ZEN commuter. Today I read a great book review that addresses the topic from the perspective of Buddhist devotees and the Dalai Lama himself.

Thom WaltersFebruary 25, 2019Comment

1182: Tricycle Week: The Parable of the Drowning Sailor

I am so excited to share with you a great story that elucidates Shin Buddhist awakening as told through a parable of a drowning sailor. It sounds like it would be gloomy; but it isn't by a long shot. Come listen.

Thom WaltersFebruary 16, 2019Comment

1181: Tricycle Week: What Really is Nirvana?

There are some Buddhist words that get used in daily conversations, and Nirvana is definitely one of them. However, it is often misused, and as you will learn today, it has different meanings depending on who you are. Let's talk about it.