What is Pure Land Buddhism? A look at how East Asian Buddhists chant and strive for buddhahood Monks pray at Nanshan Temple in Sanya, Hainan Province of China. Chen Wenwu/VCG via Getty Images Charles B. Jones, Association of Theological Schools Many people in the West interpret Buddhism as a path of meditation leading to enlightenment. …
The Henley Passport Index, which regularly measures the world’s most travel-friendly passports, has just released its latest report – along with predictions for the future. Japan maintains its leadership in 2021 as the most powerful passport in the world, while the Asian giant has ranked first since 2018, according to the Henley Passport Index, which …
