BANGKOK (Reuters) - A Thai temple cat's bid for affection during five-hour-long New Year prayers was enough to test the patience of a Buddhist monk as he tried to maintain his chanting concentration.

Researchers believe that chanting may induce altered states of consciousness—but they aren’t completely sure why. Possible ...

The Buddhist monks led a meditative chant at Truist Point ballpark in High Point before leaving for Greensboro on Monday.

Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka (CNN) — Visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura on a full moon day and the past feels anything but distant. Buddhist pilgrims dressed in white walk barefoot along dusty paths.

Exploring Buddhist pilgrimage sites in North East India is not just about visiting places—it is about experiencing a way of life. The calm monasteries, the sound of prayer chants, and the natural ...