Homosexuality and Buddhism
Buddha is often portrayed as a male figure, such as in this painting from a monastery in Laos. Within the earliest monastic texts such as the Vinaya (c. 4th century BCE), male monks are explicitly forbidden from having sexual relations with any of the four genders: male, female, ubhatovyañjanaka and paṇḍaka; various meanings of these words are given below. Later, the Buddha allowed the. With these core principles, the topic of homosexuality within Buddhism sparks a nuanced conversation. This article explores how Buddhist teachings approach homosexuality and the diverse interpretations among various traditions and cultures. 
The Gay Buddha
Is being Gay wrong in Buddhism? A monk shares his encounter with a Buddhist practitioner and how it is important to give wise advice according to the teachings of the Buddha. TW: Content covers the topic of suicide. A question Bhante Dhammika occasionally gets.
Resources
Thus far, the gay rights movement has not had great success in Theravada Buddhist countries. [7] Homosexuality in Vajrayana/Tibetan Buddhism In a interview, the Dalai Lama (the leader of Tibetan Buddhism and a widely-respected spiritual figure) was asked about homosexuality. Buddhism has three main branches: Theravada, the oldest form of Buddhism that emphasizes the monastic life; Mahayana Buddhism, a later form that includes Pure Land, Zen, Nichiren, and other sects; and Vajrayana, a unique form that arose in India and Tibet and is led by the Dalai Lama. Though they share a common heritage, each of these branches has a somewhat different view of the way life should be lived in general and are thus treated separately in the article that follows. 
Gay is OK with Buddhism. My understanding is that
GBF is a non-denominational sangha based in San Francisco, California that attracts teachers from all schools of Buddhism to offer their perspectives on the intersection of dharma and queer life in modern times. There are, after all, no religious laws, commandments or punishments in Buddhism. My research indicates, however, this is not always true.
‘Don’t say anything about it’
My Buddha Is Pink, by Richard Harrold.A collection of essays designed to help gay practitioners follow the Buddha’s path without getting lost in dogma. A fun and lighthearted look at being a happy and healthy modern gay Buddhist in an environment where homophobia remains an issue. This resource is produced by Rainbodhi for use in Buddhist temples, monasteries, retreat centres and meditation groups. See our Welcoming the Rainbow webpage devoted to the resource, with translations in four languages. 
Gay Buddhist Fellowship
Buddhist Views of Homosexuality: concise overview of its context and key ideas, why it matters in early Buddhist dialogues, plus links for deeper study. .
Buddhist Views Of Homosexuality
New research shows how LGBTQIA+ Buddhists in Australia struggle to come out, feel pressure to lie about their sexuality and experience discrimination. . Being Gay and Buddhist
Buddhism, one of the world’s oldest religions, emphasizes compassion, wisdom, and the alleviation of suffering. With these core principles, the topic of homosexuality within Buddhism sparks a nuanced conversation. This article explores how Buddhist teachings approach homosexuality and the diverse interpretations among various traditions and cultures. .