The Art Institute of Chicago (AIC) this week announced the return of Buddha Sheltered by the Serpent King Muchalinda to Nepal ...

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Osaka Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, rich in history and a must-visit for any traveler. Said to have been built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the warlord who unified Japan, this stunning ...

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Inside, you'll find a magnificent statue of Amida Buddha (Amida Nyorai), masterfully sculpted by Jocho, one of the Heian period’s most renowned Buddhist artisans. Byodoin’s architecture was designed ...

According to legend, Kukai, the renowned monk who helped spread Buddhism in Japan, visited in 808 to offer prayers in honor of the Big Dipper. The temple’s centerpiece is its kondo (main hall), ...

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But the book that made Kureishi a literary star was his debut novel, The Buddha of Suburbia, published in 1990. He joined The Book Show to discuss the story behind his much-loved novel.

Will you support our work and become a Vox Member today? Buddhism warns of greed, hatred, and delusion. Resort-goers in the latest season of the HBO hit should be concerned. Alex Abad-Santos is a ...