Which is the best Buddhism Magazine ?

Question

out of these magz.. which have you heard of and which do you like best ? any you dislike and why?

1. Living Buddhism http://sgisubs.com
2. Shambhala Sun http://www.shambhalasun.com
3. Tricycle http://www.tricycle.com
4. Mandala http://www.mandalamagazine.org
5. Parabola http://parabola.org

I cant find any at the local stores to skim through.. sooo.. i thought i'd ask before I pick one to order online

Thanks

Answer 1

You have to decide what's best for you. Shambala Sun is mostly Kagyu, Tricycle is non-sectarian, covering all of us Buddhists, Mandala is mostly Mahayana (Tibetan mostly), haven't read Parabola nor Living Buddhism.

I read 2, 3 & 4.

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Answer 2

Tricycle , i like because it pretty diverse. Mandala i don't know.the others i only thumb thru at Barnes and Noble. Also, you might check out Turning Wheel , it about socially engaged Buddhism and you get it by making a donation.

Answer 3

u still in need to know it even after days? haven't researched in b/w? go to ur nearest library.

Answer 4

Richard Gere is putting out one called, "How to lose your nirvana virginity, and become a 'drunken hollywood whore'.

Answer 5

These web sites can fulfill your needs.Search for any magazine in them.

http://www.metta.lk/

http://www.bswa.org/

Best of Luck !!!!!!!!!!!