Where does Nichiren fit into 'World Buddhism'? — Buddhism as a single ship

I was watching a video introducing Buddhism from overseas and noticed something that bothered me a little. In a video titled ...
The Atlantic

Why So Many Americans Are Turning to Buddhism

Dressed in flowing gold robes, the bald female meditation teacher told us to do nothing. We were to sit silently in our plastic chairs, close our eyes, and focus on our breath. I had never meditated, ...
The Conversation

What is Theravada Buddhism? A scholar of Asian religions explains

Theravada, which means “the way of the elders,” is one of the two main schools of Buddhism. Its adherents consider Theravada to be the most authoritative branch because they believe their teachings ...
The Conversation

What is Pure Land Buddhism? A look at how East Asian Buddhists chant and strive for buddhahood

Monks pray at Nanshan Temple in Sanya, Hainan Province of China. Chen Wenwu/VCG via Getty Images Many people in the West interpret Buddhism as a path of meditation leading to enlightenment. What many ...