Frederick M Ranallo-Higgins

In the Fall 1993 issue of Tricycle, poet Anne Waldman explored how an artist’s existence is compatible with a life of contemplation. In our most recent issue, Waldman continues to reflect on Buddhism, art, activism, and the urgent work of keeping the world awake to itself. tricycle.org/magazine/anne-…

High in the Western Himalaya, the Zanskar Valley holds an architectural tradition shaped by centuries of Buddhist practice, extreme climate, and geographic isolation. Directed by Tenzin Tsetan Choklay, “Living Sanctuaries: The Monasteries of Zanskar” follows Studio Nyandak—an architecture and engineering firm based in New York City and Dharamshala—on a research expedition to document these structures and engage the communities who sustain them. Watch the film now! tricycle.org/filmclub/livin…

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"If the space inside any form and the space outside it are continuous, there are no absolute borders between things. So when we grasp, we touch only space." –Robin Caton @catonrobin #DailyDharma tricycle.org/article/canton…

"In a rapidly developing and hyper-connected global culture that often emphasizes individual achievement and scientific objectivity, recognizing that the 'self' is just another mental construct can be transformative, helping cultivate an unbiased, bodhisattva-like compassion." – @RanalloHiggins and Zim Pickens #DailyDharma tricycle.org/article/from-t…

The image of a solitary monk meditating on a remote mountaintop may be iconic, but it doesn’t reflect the realities of Buddhist life. Learn more for free at the link below! #ritual-life" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">tricycle.org/buddhism-sangh…

Did the Buddha actually teach that there is no self? Listen to Thanissaro Bhikkhu take on this question in a new free podcast episode. tricycle.org/podcast/thanis…

"The Buddha taught that there are four reliances in practice: Rely on the meaning, not the words; on the teachings, not the person; on wisdom, not mere intelligence; on ultimate truth, not conventional truth." –Guo Gu #DailyDharma tricycle.org/article/the-pr…

Art historian Sherry Fowler’s new book, “Buddhist Bells and Dragons: Under and Over Water, In and Out of Japan,” explores how Japan’s great bronze bells have echoed through centuries of Buddhist ritual, folklore, and diplomacy. Click the link below to learn more. tricycle.org/magazine/sherr…

“House of Silent Light” by Brian and Hidemi Riggs illuminates a little-known part of history when Zen was first introduced to non-Asian Americans in San Francisco. tricycle.org/magazine/house…

It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of David Chadwick yesterday. We have all loved working with David the last two years to bring Tassajara stories to a wide audience. He was a brilliant man and a gentle soul.

Tibetan writer Bhuchung Sonam reviews Tsering Döndrup's The Red Wind Howels— banned in China—and recently translated by Christopher Peacock on @ColumbiaUP. Sonam provides a moving review for a book that defied limitations. Free Link. tricycle.org/magazine/dondr…

Explore the origins of the Mahayana school of Buddhism in this academic interview with author Randy Rosenthal and scholar-monk Bhikkhu Anālayo. tricycle.org/magazine/anala…

Congrats to Judith Hertog for being listed as "Notable Essays & Literary Nonfiction of 2024" in The Best American Essays 2025. Free link: tricycle.org/magazine/alexa…

Congrats to @KatyButlerBooks for being listed as "Notable Essays & Literary Nonfiction of 2024" in The Best American Essays 2025. Free link: tricycle.org/magazine/abort…

An excellent reminder during holiday times around family with whom you don't see eye-to-eye, Emma Varvaloucas talks with John Wood and Monica Guzman on practicing meaningful dialogue. Free Link tricycle.org/magazine/depol…

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“An artist is not special. An artist is an ordinary person who can take ordinary things and make them special.” – Ruth Asawa tricycle.org/magazine/ruth-…

‘They Are Just Humans’: Exiled Lama on Why Russia’s Buddhist Clergy Support the War themoscowtimes.com/2024/12/12/the…