As homosexuality is not explicitly mentioned in any of the Buddha's discourses, we can only assume that it is meant to be evaluated in the same way that heterosexuality is. And indeed it seems that this is why it is not specifically mentioned. In the case of the lay man and woman where there is mutual consent, where adultery is not involved and where the sexual act is an expression of love, respect, loyalty and warmth, it would not be breaking the third Precept. And it is the same when the two people are of the same gender.

Based in San Francisco. The mission of the Gay Men's Buddhist Sangha is to offer the teachings of the Buddha to the gay community in an atmosphere of wisdom and compassion,and to support each other's practice.

The Group's purpose is to introduce interested persons to the teachings of Zen, and to how a non-elitist, non-sexist and non-homophobic spiritual practice can enhance one's life.

Monthly meetings for meditation and discussion for Lesbian, Gay, Trans-Gender, and Bi-Sexual Buddhists of all traditions as well as those new to Buddhism.

An e-mail discussion list for lesbian and gay Buddhists.

An open, international, minimally moderated and uncensored online forum discussing Buddhist teachings and practices for gay men.

The LinksPitaka is list of international resources for Buddhist practitioners. It is home to a comprehensive list of links and readings for gay and lesbian practitioners.

This group is an on-line Sangha for lesbian, bisexual and transgender Buddhists.

A history and explanation of the Theravadan view on homosexuality.

Robert Aitken Roshi's testimony to the Commission on Sexual Orientation, endorsing same-sex marriage.