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World Peace Through Buddhist Wisdom

Welcome to Ashira’s World Peace blog. Curated by Ahjan Samvara, this blog seeks to shed light on avenues to world peace, humanitarian rights, and ecological harmony. Discover ancient Buddhist teachings that illuminate the way to peace for the challenges of today’s world.

Compassion in Action: A Journey through the Israel/Palestine Center for Research and Information

In the heart of the Israel/Palestine conflict, amidst the complexities and challenges of the region, there shines a beacon of hope and compassion – the Israel/Palestine Center for Research and...

Compassion and Peace: A Buddhist Perspective on Gush Shalom

In the realm of compassionate actions and the pursuit of peace, we find an intriguing connection between the Buddhist teachings of compassion, often referred to as “karuna,” and the...

Building Wisdom Through Compassion: The Inspiring Work of Rebuilding Alliance

In today’s world, we often hear about conflicts and struggles, but there are also remarkable organizations working tirelessly to make a positive difference. Rebuilding Alliance (RA) is one such...

Building Compassion: The Inspiring Story of the Willy Brandt Centre, Jerusalem

Imagine a place where young people from different countries and backgrounds come together to learn, understand, and spread love. That’s exactly what the Willy Brandt Centre in Jerusalem is all...

A Path to Peace Through Karma Yoga in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict 

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a complex dispute about national identity and political control. Past peace efforts have largely been unsuccessful due to the deep-rooted ideological disagreements...

Strategic Foresight Group: Bridging Divides for a Better World

In Buddhism, there’s a noble concept called “Right Speech,” which encourages truthful, harmonious, and purposeful communication. It’s all about using words for good, promoting...

Exploring Karuna Buddhist Teachings Through the Humanitarian Efforts of Doctors Without Borders

Introduction Doctors Without Borders, or Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), stands as a beacon of compassion and selfless service in the realm of humanitarian medical care. Founded in the aftermath of...

Embracing Karuna: Buddhist Compassion in Partners for Progressive Israel’s Mission

Introduction Partners for Progressive Israel, formerly known as Meretz USA, stands as a beacon of hope in the pursuit of a durable, secure, and just peace between Israel and its neighbors. Founded in...

The Transformative Power of Karuna: A Look at the Compassionate Work of The Parents Circle-Families Forum

Introduction: Karuna, the Buddhist concept of compassion, has transcended spiritual boundaries to inspire humanitarian efforts worldwide. In this exploration, we’ll look into the profound...