Were the Robber Barons America’s greatest philanthropists?
Although America’s robber barons are often viewed in negative terms, they left a philanthropic legacy that continues today. Learn more about philanthropy and charity — [Read more]
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 09 Upright Meditation, Why Meditate
Meditation is the main aspect of the Eightfold Path.
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 08 Upright Mindfulness
A practical introduction to mindfulness, awareness, attention, consciousness, self-observation and Self-remembering.
What’s the deal with spam?
Spam is unsolicited junk e-mail that clogs up your mailbox, but where did it come from? Why is there so much of it? And why [Read more]
What did Greek philosophers think about happiness?
What is happiness? To answer this question, our resident history buffs turn back the clock and take a closer look at ancient Greek philosophy, from [Read more]
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 07 Upright Vocation
The Eightfold Path to awakening reveals our mission in life, our true work.
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 06 Upright Action, Thelema, Willpower
On the eightfold path to awakening, one has to become a true individual, to have individual will, rather than following collective will.
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 05 Upright Speech
The Eightfold Path is experienced through comprehension of the power of speech, and how to use our words for the benefit of humanity.
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 04 Upright Intention
How to act properly while on the Eightfold Path.
Gnosis of Buddha Dharma 03 Suffering and Right View
The three primary types of suffering and the basis upon which they can be overcome: the correct understanding of the Absolute, the Emptiness. “It is through not understanding, not realizing four things, that I, disciples, as well as you, had to wander…