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Welcome to “禅心” - “CHANXIN” the newly conceptualized magazine dedicated to Buddhism. This publication is proudly brought to you by the Mettavalokana Buddhist Publications Centre in Sri Lanka. As the Chief Editor, Founder, and Chairman of this magazine, my primary objective is to impart the teachings of Buddhism. The “禅心” - “CHANXIN” International Buddhist Magazine, guided by its motto, “Enlighten the Minds,” aspires to be the conduit for disseminating the profound wisdom of the Enlightened One, Lord Buddha, to individuals all around the world. My mission at “禅心” - “CHANXIN” is to craft and publish articles and stories related to Buddhism, making them accessible through various print and online media platforms worldwide. Furthermore, my magazine endeavors to instill virtuous habits and qualities, rooted in Buddhism, among the global youth and young generation. Presently, I oversee five international media publications: 01 - “禅心” - “CHANXIN” International Buddhist Magazine 02 - “

Bhikkhunis” Proudly Presents to Highest Bhikkhuni Sasana…. According to Buddhist scriptures, the order of Bhikkhunis was first created by the Buddha at the specific request of His Aunt and Foster - Mother “Mahapajapati Gotami”, who became the first ordained Bhikkhuni. During the time of Buddha, the First Bhikkhuni ordination took place in the fifth year after the Buddha’s Enlightenment. The Buddha’s words were “I allow Nuns to be ordained by Monks”. Following Buddha’s instructions, “Mettavalokanaya” - Sri Lankan’s Most Popular & Leading Monthly International Buddhist Magazine decided starting their second and newly magazine & website specially for whole Bhikkhunis (Nuns) in the world. This is the World’s First Time, and this is the First International Bhikkhunis Magazine & Website. Today marks a very special day for me, because I had one dream to publish one special Buddhist Magazine specially for Bhikkhunis in the World. I am not a Monk or Bhikkhuni or Lady, but as a Layma

In the serene and solemn atmosphere of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion, located in Bendigo, Victoria, on Saturday 21–22 March 2026, a meaningful international Buddhist conference was solemnly held through the collaboration between the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion and the Tibet Information Office. The conference brought together nearly 100 Venerable monks and nuns, scholars, representatives of multicultural communities, and numerous Buddhist practitioners from various traditions, gathering in a spirit of harmony and mindfulness.

Quang Duc Monastery Lunar New Year Program 2026 ✻ Sunday, 08 February 2026: (21st day of the 12th Lunar Month) 11:00 am: Year-End Thanksgiving Ceremony and Raising of the New Year Pole; Prayers for Peace and Well-being; Offering to Ancestral Spirits. Marigold flowers and pure vegetarian food will be available at the Monastery. (For vegetarian food orders, please contact: Ms. Nguyên Như – 0451 603 248; Ms. Quảng Hạnh – 0431 179 568) ✻ Monday, 16 February 2026: (29th day of the Lunar Year) 11:00 am: Midday Offering to the Buddha; Offering to Enlightened Spirits and Ancestors. 5:00 pm: Offering Ceremony for Wandering Spirits. 8:00 pm: Year-End Repentance Ceremony. 9:30 pm: Lunar New Year Cultural Performance. 11:00 pm: New Year’s Eve Ceremony – Welcoming the Year of the Horse 2026. ✻ Tuesday, 17 February 2026: (1st Day of the Lunar New Year) 11:00 am: Midday Offering to the Buddha; Prayers for National Peace and Prosperity; Celebration of Maitreya Buddha’s Day; Devotees r

Buddhist monk recounts 15-week peace walk across U.S. after reaching final destination

My joy is like a spring so warm It makes flowers bloom all over the earth My pain is like a river of tears So vast that it fills the four oceans

Invitation for Ullambana Day 2025 (Buddhist Remembrance of Our Parents’ Day) Nam Mo Sakya Muni Buddha Dear brothers & sisters, The Buddhist Ullambana Day Ceremony is a Celebration in Remembrance of our parents' great efforts, on our behalf, throughout our lives. The tree draws its strength growing from the earth, drawing water and nutrition from the ground as its sustenance. Nobody came to this world without their parents who devoted their lives towards our growth to maturity. Their love and labor can not be expressed adequately through common language and simple gifts. We wish to invite you and your family to participate in this Ceremony to be held at the Quang Duc Monastery, 105 Lynch Road, Fawkner, 3060. It will commence at: *Sunday, August 17, 2025 : Prayers for the Dead & start chanting The Ullambana Sutra (concerning filial piety) at 10:30am. Then at 7:00pm every night, chanting sutras, reading names, The prayer for peace and salvation of souls until the 15th day of th

Sitagu Sayadawgyi’s Golden Speeches about the International Conference & Messages Towards World Peace