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Summer reading ideas from Windhorse Publications

From Windhorse Publications on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 14:39

Summer reading ideas from Windhorse Publications

From Windhorse Publications on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 14:39

With summer in the northern hemisphere fast approaching, and infections under control in many places, including here in the UK, lockdown restrictions are beginning to ease. What joy to be able to spend time together again! Some of us are making plans to go away on holiday, even if the choice of destination is somewhat limited.

We’re really proud of our new books this year and we think any – or all! – of them would make great summer reading. Whether...

Caroline I P

The Precepts of Atisha

From Adhisthana on Tue, 11 May, 2021 - 10:00

The Precepts of Atisha

From Adhisthana on Tue, 11 May, 2021 - 10:00

The precept of the Lama is more important than scriptures and commentaries.

- Atiśa

In the early days of the Order, Sangharakshita held a seminar on a book called The Door of Liberation, which consisted of seven Tibetan texts, translated under the auspices of Geshe Wangyal. The Kadamthorbu was one of those.

The text consists of dialogues between Atiśa and his closest disciples, especially with his principal disciple, the layman Dromtönpa, who later founded the Kadam school. It’s an informal exposition of how to live as...

Caroline I P

The Guru's Advice: Sub35 Festival Retreat

From Adhisthana on Mon, 10 May, 2021 - 12:12

The Guru's Advice: Sub35 Festival Retreat

From Adhisthana on Mon, 10 May, 2021 - 12:12

THU 26 AUG – MON 30 AUG

Early Bird Rate Extended to 16th May

Lived out fully, Buddhist practice is revolutionary. Its purpose is a complete transformation of every element of our lives and of the world around us.

The legendary Tibetan Guru Padmasambhava is the archetype of this transformation. His mythic life story presents a conflict between the forces of light and the forces of darkness – a conflict that takes place within our own hearts and minds....

Helen - Windhor...

Another free eBook from Windhorse Publications

From Windhorse Publications on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 14:32

Another free eBook from Windhorse Publications

From Windhorse Publications on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 14:32

A line from a poem by Damian Barr has been widely quoted recently: ‘We are in the same storm, but not in the same boat.’ In some places the winds of COVID-19 are raging, and the boats are not seaworthy. In India. In Brazil. Amongst those who have lost much in the last year, one way or another. So, this week we’re giving away the eBook edition of Vessantara’s The Heart, a guide to cultivating a boundless, loving heart that...

Samuel Lom

Invitation to the Triratna Fathers' Group

From Triratna Buddhist Families on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 10:51

Invitation to the Triratna Fathers' Group

From Triratna Buddhist Families on Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 10:51

Dear all,

This is an open invitation to join the online Triratna Fathers’ Group. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other fathers within the Sangha and explore the Three Jewels within the context of fatherhood.

If you want to be added to the mailing list, you can email triratnafathers [at] gmail.com, and we’ll send you an invitation to our next online meeting.

Below is a link to a short video, advertising the...

Centre Team

Solidarity with India: An Evening of Meditation and Puja from the Manchester Buddhist Centre

Sat, 1 May, 2021 - 22:16

Solidarity with India: An Evening of Meditation and Puja from the Manchester Buddhist Centre

Sat, 1 May, 2021 - 22:16

Ratnasagara, Shakyajata and Mahabodhi with an event to show solidarity with our brothers and sisters in India.

Give direct within India to Trailokya Buddha Mahasangha Sahayak Gana

Re-watch on YouTube

Twelve members of our Order have died of #COVIDー19 in the past few weeks in India. They are:

Danavajra, ordained 2003, aged 78, from Amaravati
Khemaprabha, ordained 1993, aged 93, from Pune
Amoghabhadra, ordained 1993, aged 51, from Corona relief team
Shilavajra, ordained 2017, from Uttar Pradesh
Jnanaghosh, ordained 2019, aged 38,...

gunabhadri

Buddha Day Celebrations

From The Community Toolkit for Uncertain Times on Thu, 29 Apr, 2021 - 15:53

On the full moon day of May … we are celebrating Buddha Day.

Here is an overview of some of the ways Triratna Centres are celebrating this important event this year.

22 May

Melbourne: Buddha Day Festival
Barcelona: Celebración del día del Buda
Cardiff: Meeting the Buddha: with Vishvapani 10am-1pm

23 May

Cambridge: 23 May 10am-1pm: Buddha Day
Stockholm and Oslo will have a joint zoom celebration (with possibly the Danish sangha, too). There will be meditation, a conversation about Buddhist and Nordic myths (which

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The Abhayaratna...

A Heartfelt Thank You from Yashosagar

From Abhayaratna Trust on Wed, 28 Apr, 2021 - 16:10

A Heartfelt Thank You from Yashosagar

From Abhayaratna Trust on Wed, 28 Apr, 2021 - 16:10

Yashosagar gives a personal heartfelt thanks and an update on how Order members and their families are being helped in India through our recent urgent appeal.

Click to see video

And thank you you to all the donors to this appeal for such a tremendous response.

Sadhu!

Mahasraddha, Taradakini, Jinavamsa & Utpalavajri
The Abhayaratna Trust Team

Padmadaka

Coronavirus Appeal: A Message from the CEO of Karuna Trust

From Karuna Fundraisers on Thu, 22 Apr, 2021 - 11:58

Coronavirus Appeal: A Message from the CEO of Karuna Trust

From Karuna Fundraisers on Thu, 22 Apr, 2021 - 11:58

As most of you know the situation in India is again becoming desperate.

This second wave of COVID-19 is spreading faster; infection rates are more than double than at the previous peak and health facilities are being overwhelmed. Night curfews and local lockdowns are still paralysing many states, with devastating consequences for migrant workers. As before, it is the most vulnerable and marginalised people suffering most.

Make a donation now and help us save lives

In March last year, Karuna launched...

Centre Team

Urgent Appeal for 66 Order members in India

From Triratna India on Sat, 17 Apr, 2021 - 22:19

Urgent Appeal for 66 Order members in India

From Triratna India on Sat, 17 Apr, 2021 - 22:19

Dear Friends,

The second wave of covid is causing poverty, distress and death in India. Very sadly we have lost several members of the Order to covid in recent days. Currently 15 Order members are unwell with covid to the point of needing medicines and / or oxygen. With public health supplies running low, these things need to be paid for privately. We want to send £150 to each of these Order members to give them this ability.

Donate to the emergency appeal

Our...