Buddhist

[close] This group is devoted to the Buddhist practice of vipassana meditation in the Theravada tradition; sometimes referred to as mindfulness. - Jon Vipassana meditation, often referred to as "insight meditation," is an ancient practice that originates from the teachings of the Buddha over 2,500 years ago. The term "Vipassana" means "to see things as they really are," and the practice is aimed at cultivating a deep awareness and understanding of the true nature of reality. - ChatGPT

[close] Transpersonal psychology is concerned with the study of humanity's highest potential, and with the recognition, understanding, and realization of unitive and spiritual and transcendent states of consciousness. Here is a place for identifying and discussing the literature in, on, and around the topic, its roots, and its newest iterations, and to foster and grow a community for whom the topic resonates.

[close] Sangha is a pali word meaning "assembly" or "gathering". It is the community established by Buddha. This group is here to serve as an online gathering place for Buddhists, questioners, those interested in the Eightfold Path, and those on it already. Please feel free to begin any discussions and add any books with some ties to Buddhism.

[close] This group is for people to share which books they're reading about Christian missions and missionaries. We've all read some great ones about what God is doing in the world that have really challenged our own faith, too. Lets hear what books have challenged others!