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If your mind does not understand 'enoughness, or if your mind is not contented, then a poor person cannot be happy and even billionaires and trillionaires cannot be happy. – Geshe Tenzin Zopa

10 years ago, Berzin Archives evolved into Study Buddhism. What began in Dr. Alexander Berzin’s apartment in Berlin has grown into a global Buddhist educational platform in 37 languages — always free of charge, always free of adverts. Over the past decade, more than 14 million people have visited the site and nearly 32 million articles have been read worldwide. Thank you for being part of the journey 🙏

Join Ringu Tulku Rinpoche as he explores how Buddhism encourages joy in diversity—embracing individual paths, respecting different perspectives, and recognising that what matters most is what truly works for each person’s journey.

What does it mean to live ethically? In this article, His Holiness the Dalai Lama explores how mindful choices, compassion, and personal responsibility can guide us toward a more meaningful and harmonious life. ow.ly/vqzi50YUrkN

Do not mix up what we think with what actually is. – Taizan Maezumi

In Thailand, Venerable Dhammananda and her small arama support thousands—visiting prisons and, during COVID-19, distributing food to struggling local communities. Their simple acts of compassion show how even a small group can create a far-reaching impact.

What does it really mean to take refuge in Buddhism?—explore how turning to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha offers a practical, grounded path toward clarity, purpose, and inner stability. ow.ly/ICpT50YT4Xt

Be rich in honesty. – Gyeongheo Seonsa

"The first three fetters—ego, cultural conditioning, and doubt—are all products of the human mind," Ajahn Sumedho explains in this insightful video. He describes how investigating these artificial constructs leads to insight into ultimate reality.

We're never satisfied—always wanting more love, attention, security. We search for Prince or Princess Charming, but that's a fairy tale. Nobody's perfect! So, what to do? Find out in this article on Study Buddhism. ow.ly/ukxf50YAoRh

Buddhism teaches us to search for something inside, from ourselves, not from the outside. – Venerable Guo Xing

Reciting a mantra isn’t just about saying the words. In this video, Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron breaks down how mantras connect us to the Buddha’s realized state and help us redirect our constant mental chatter toward something truly meaningful.

Jealousy in relationships stems from insecurity and mistrust—we fear losing our partner to others. But the heart has infinite capacity to love: friends, family, hobbies, pets. Learn more on Study Buddhism. ow.ly/LEqL50YAoMk

When reason ends, anger begins. Therefore, anger is a sign of weakness. – His Holiness the Dalai Lama

What’s it like to spend nearly three decades in the close company of a great Tibetan teacher? Venerable Steve Carlier shares memories of his time with Geshe Jampa Tegchok—from first impressions in mirrored sunglasses to years of study, travel, and daily life together.

The Buddha tried both extremes—luxury and severe asceticism—but neither extremes ended suffering. Under the bodhi tree, he realized the middle way and awakened. His message: every being has the potential for wisdom, compassion, and awakening. ow.ly/Ncvt50YAoJV

The only way to build a better world together is through altruism and compassion. There's no other way. – Matthieu Ricard

When Prayer Isn't Enough: Planet Earth 🌏 Five Buddhist teachers on taking real action for the planet—without losing your peace of mind. mailchi.mp/studybuddhism/…

Venerable Guo Xing shares her deeply personal story and how Buddhism transformed her relationship with grief, impermanence, and the question every human eventually faces: what does it mean to live a meaningful life?

We confuse pleasure with happiness, thinking nice food, clothes, and fun will make us content—but it never works. Buddha taught that true happiness comes from cherishing others. Find out more in this article on the Study Buddhism website. ow.ly/benH50YAoI5