Westerners are putting down the bottle. The percentage of U.S. adults who consume alcohol has dropped to 54% in 2025, the lowest rate in nearly a century. Inadvertently following in the footsteps of Buddhist Monks, who are prohibited from consuming alcohol. However, in the modern world, consuming alcohol can sometimes…
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Buddhism Made Simple: The Best Books for Curious Newcomers
Are you interested in learning about Buddhism but don’t know where to start? Have you tried reading about Buddhism in the past but were intimidated or confused by verbose and overly-wordy antiquated texts? Then this list is for you! The philosophy and beliefs of this 2,500 year old religion are…
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Shojin Ryori: Everything You Need To Know About Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine
Shojin Ryori is the traditional cuisine of Zen Buddhist monks. It is historically vegetarian, and usually vegan, due to its roots in the Buddhist concept of non-violence. But some modern iterations include animal products like milk and cheese. Each meal is typically made up of several small bowls with an…