
Welcome to Bright on Buddhism, a podcast where we discuss and explain topics of Buddhism in a casual, conversational, question and answer setting. My name is Nick Bright, scholar of East Asian Buddhism. I am currently studying for my Master’s degree in Religion at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, where I am specializing in pre-modern Japanese Buddhist architecture history. I have resea... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 246 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityBuddhism | |||

Bright on Buddhism - Avatamsaka Sutra - Book 30 - The Incalculable
Join us as we read and discuss Book 30 of Thomas Cleary's translation of the Avatamsaka Sutra!
Resources: Prince, Tony (2014). Universal Enlightenment, An introduction to the teachi... more
Bright on Buddhism - Episode 132 - How do you balance romantic desire and the desire for companionship with non-attachment? Is romantic desire bad in Buddhism? What are the potential dangers of desire for partnership and companionship?
Resources: ht... more
Bright on Buddhism - Episode 131 - What is the third moral precept of Buddhism? What is its significance? How have interpretations of it changed over time?
Resources:
Keown, Damien (2013b), "Buddhist Ethics", in LaFollette, Hugh (ed.), The Internat... more
Bright on Buddhism - Research Project Series - Nishida Kitarō
Join me as I discuss the life and times of Nishida Kitarō, and his principle work, 善の研究 (Zen no Kenkyū) An Inquiry Into The Good.
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Finally a smart and academic but lighthearted look into Buddhism across the variety of traditions out there, with an eye to history and comparative theologies. The hosts and sound quality are great and I look forward to forays into different schools! Keep it up!!!
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Exploring the rich tapestry of Buddhist thought and practice, this podcast engages listeners with a conversational approach to various topics within Buddhism. Central discussions often revolve around crucial moral precepts, Buddhist history, and the intersection of Buddhism with contemporary issues such as ethics and animal welfare. Unique insights are shared on figures like Budai and Tara, and episodes frequently assess historical texts, contributing to a broader understanding of East Asian Buddhism. The hosts encourage an open dialogue, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences and interpretations of Buddhist teachings.
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