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Buddhist Tattoos: A New Trend in Singapore

Buddhist Tattoos: A New Trend in Singapore

By Tan Ong
Singapore (CHAKRA) – When Ben Loke wanted to boost his luck with financial prospects, he did not turn to hi banker or broker but instead the 35-year-old went to a professional tattoo shop to ink on his back a “sak yant” religious symbol in hopes of wealth and happiness.
 ”I’m a Buddhist, and the [...]

February 17 2010 | Posted in Buddhism, Buddhist Related, Insight/Opinion | Read More »

What Is Karma to a Buddhist?

What Is Karma to a Buddhist?

By: David Nichtern
Lately I’ve been having an ongoing discussion with students regarding the Buddhist idea of karma. It’s a complex and multi-faceted subject.
I’ve found that using the analogy of a game of billiards can be a useful way to describe the process of karma — the table is set up, you hit the ball, it [...]

February 11 2010 | Posted in Buddhism | Read More »