Killing the Buddha

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Jeff Wilson

Jeff Wilson is an assistant professor of religious studies and East Asian studies in Ontario. His most recent books include: Mourning the Unborn Dead: A Buddhist Ritual Comes to America (Oxford University Press 2009) and Buddhism of the Heart: Reflections on Shin Buddhism and Inner Togetherness (Wisdom Publications 2009). His next book, with University of North Carolina Press, will examine Buddhism in the American South.

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Barbershop Dharma

Barbershop Dharma

by Jeff Wilson

God-breathed, with a little off the side. A new excerpt from the KtB anthology, Believer, Beware.

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Birth Is Suffering

Birth Is Suffering

by Jeff Wilson

The Buddha named his son “Fetter” for a reason.

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White Ashes

White Ashes

by Jeff Wilson

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but the loss of a loved one will haunt you forever.

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Persistence of Memory

Persistence of Memory

by Jeff Wilson

Can we mourn for those who aren’t dead?

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Fear of Falling

Fear of Falling

by Jeff Wilson

When terror strikes, what matters more — faith, or a weapon?

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Tofu and War Gods

Tofu and War Gods

by Jeff Wilson

At a Chinese-food restaurant devoted to a god of war, wisdom and compassion are best served vegetarian-style.

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Buddherotica

Buddherotica

by Jeff Wilson

Sneak a peek at Siddhartha’s not-so-immaculate conception.