Alan Peto

A Year on the Bodhisattva Path: Practicing the Six Pāramitās

Alan Peto — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 05:04:48 +0000

“For as long as space endures,For as long as sentient beings remain,Until then may I too remainTo dispel the miseries of the world.”~ Śāntideva, Bodhicaryāvatāra Two years ago, I created … Continue readingA Year on the Bodhisattva Path: Practicing the Six Pāramitās

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Can a Buddhist Also Be a Christian?

Alan Peto — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 08:06:43 +0000

Over the past few years, I have often heard questions from Western Buddhists questioning whether they can also be a Christian. I believe this question or desire is not arising … Continue readingCan a Buddhist Also Be a Christian?

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Beyond the Veil: Unmasking Hungry Ghosts in Buddhism

Alan Peto — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 04:30:46 +0000

Buddhism has two festivals that are very popular and important for laypersons. This is the Ullambana festival and the other is the Hungry Ghosts festival. Both are related, but they both are about hungry ghosts and how to help them. … Continue readingBeyond the Veil: Unmasking Hungry Ghosts in Buddhism

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Karma Couture: Dressing Yourself in the Buddhist Virtues

Alan Peto — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 22:49:37 +0000

Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of … Continue readingKarma Couture: Dressing Yourself in the Buddhist Virtues

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The 12 Month Buddhist Practice

Alan Peto — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 03:39:27 +0000

You’re bored with your daily Buddhist practice. Aren’t you? That’s not something to be ashamed of, though! As humans, our attention spans are being increasingly short, and the ability to … Continue readingThe 12 Month Buddhist Practice

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The Hitchhikers Guide to the Buddhist Universe

Alan Peto — Sat, 28 May 2022 23:15:13 +0000

Take a tour of the Buddhist universe or "cosmology" and learn what it means to Buddhist laypersons in their daily practice. … Continue readingThe Hitchhikers Guide to the Buddhist Universe

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Practicing Buddhism During Challenging and Difficult Times

Alan Peto — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 03:54:18 +0000

Discussion on how to practice Buddhism during challenging times such as war, conflicts, illnesses, unemployment, and other adverse conditions. … Continue readingPracticing Buddhism During Challenging and Difficult Times

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Buddhist Glossary for Beginners & Westerners

Alan Peto — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 19:37:46 +0000

A glossary of Buddhist terms and words used in Buddhism in a "bite-sized" format for beginners and Westerners. … Continue readingBuddhist Glossary for Beginners & Westerners

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5 Common Misconceptions About Buddhism

Alan Peto — Sat, 22 May 2021 04:28:20 +0000

What do Westerners get wrong about Buddhism? What are the most common misconceptions? Learn more in this article! … Continue reading5 Common Misconceptions About Buddhism

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The Buddha’s Mothers

Alan Peto — Sun, 09 May 2021 23:00:18 +0000

On Mother's Day we can reflect on the Buddha's two mothers who helped shape his life and that of Buddhism. … Continue readingThe Buddha’s Mothers

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