D&D is primarily a discussion forum. So when we share a link to start a thread, it is good if we can do so in a way that will start a discussion on how the link relates to the the topic of early Buddhist texts.
- Make sure the linked article/resource is related to the EBTs. If it’s not, then it may not be a great thing to share. If you see a connection but it is not obvious, make your case for why it is.
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Share some quotes from the article. But not the whole thing! Either wrap the quotes in
[quote][/quote]tags or start each line with a>character. - Tell us what you found interesting. This might encourage other people to read it.
- Tell us what you disagreed with.
- Ask a question related to the content of the article or book.
- Share some background on the author of the article or book.
Here are some good examples of link posts made in such a way so as to start a discussion:
- Venerable Ācariya Mun Bhūridatta Thera: A Spiritual Biography
- Maria Heim's new Milindapañha translation: Questions of Milinda
- Technology and the Examined Life
- Any thoughts on Ven. Analayo's book on Anapanasati?
- Provocative "Tricycle" article on "The New Tradition of Early Buddhism"
- Early Buddhism: An Article by Bhikkhu Anālayo
Remember! Links and posts still need to follow all of the forum guidelines
Last edited by @Snowbird 2026-02-11T14:07:55Z