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People of Colour Weekend Retreat

Fri, 4 Mar, 2022 - 11:15

People of Colour Weekend Retreat

Fri, 4 Mar, 2022 - 11:15

A weekend event for people of colour to come together, deepen meditation practice and be inspired by the Buddha’s teaching. Programme includes talks, discussion, music and ritual. Suitable for newcomers as well as those who have been practising for some time.

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Buddha Day Festival Week: 3-9 May

Fri, 30 Apr, 2021 - 21:42

Buddha Day Festival Week: 3-9 May

Fri, 30 Apr, 2021 - 21:42

Join the LBC for a week of online and hybrid events leading up to the celebration of Buddha Day on 9 May, led by Kusalasara and Sanghajit. They will be exploring themes related to the Buddha’s enlightenment in a special series of morning meditations from Monday to Saturday. LBC President Subhuti will be joining us all week to mark the occasion and he’ll be giving a few talks over the course of the week, drawing on different aspects of the Buddha’s vision. ...

Maitreyabandhu

PoetryEast with Charles Eisenstein

Sun, 21 Mar, 2021 - 19:36

PoetryEast with Charles Eisenstein

Sun, 21 Mar, 2021 - 19:36

April 10th, 7-8pm GMT

Charles Eisenstein is an important speaker and writer focussing on themes of civilization, consciousness, money, and human cultural evolution.

In 2017 he was interviewed by Oprah Winfrey on SuperSoul Sunday. He is the author of many books and essays including Climate – A New Story and his brilliant and beautifully written book, ’The Ascent of Humanity’.

Maitreyabandhu will be in conversation with him about the need for a new human story.

Watch live...

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Online Spring Retreat

Thu, 18 Mar, 2021 - 15:30

Online Spring Retreat

Thu, 18 Mar, 2021 - 15:30

The Myth of the Return Journey, April 1-5

In this time when it’s not been possible to be on retreat together in person, we’ve developed new ways to help you create the same conditions in the midst of your everyday life. Expect meditation, inspiring talks, yoga and an international retreat community to share your practice and your progress with.

Since it coincides with the Easter bank holiday weekend, it’s an ideal opportunity to block out some time and engage with...

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Online Weekend Retreat for People of Colour - Building Community

Wed, 10 Mar, 2021 - 11:48

Online Weekend Retreat for People of Colour - Building Community

Wed, 10 Mar, 2021 - 11:48

12th - 14th March
Led by Suryagupta and Bodhilila

By cultivating meaningful connections we can have a positive impact on the world. During this weekend retreat we will explore what a spiritual community is and why it’s essential as a context for personal and collective practice.
We will be celebrating our diversity and our shared commonality through talks, discussions and meditation. There will be music and some ritual too.
This retreat is suitable for both newcomers and regulars. Do come for the...

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No Toast, No Marmalade: Srimala in conversation with Maitreyabandhu

Wed, 30 Dec, 2020 - 16:08

No Toast, No Marmalade: Srimala in conversation with Maitreyabandhu

Wed, 30 Dec, 2020 - 16:08

Srimala has played a crucial part in the life of the Triratna Buddhist Order – as Public and Private Preceptor, as College Member, and as beloved friend to so many. What many people may not know about her is that for years now she has been writing poems about her life, about living at Maes Gwyn in Wales, about her family and friends, about her partner Subhuti, and about hedgehogs, toast and the lack of marmalade.

So we’re celebrating...

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Online Winter Retreat

Mon, 14 Dec, 2020 - 16:17

Online Winter Retreat

Mon, 14 Dec, 2020 - 16:17

When life feels cramped and incomplete, what’s the key to our freedom?

At the London Buddhist Centre, we’re marking the end of 2020 by gathering online and turning inwards together towards what the Buddha called the Heart’s Release. We’ll be creating a vibrant community that anyone can join in with, wherever they are and whatever their level of experience.

Register for free and we’ll send you all the links you need as well as tips and teachings to help you make the most of...

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Come Practice with Subhuti! Mon 26 – Fri 30 Oct

Wed, 21 Oct, 2020 - 16:49

Come Practice with Subhuti! Mon 26 – Fri 30 Oct

Wed, 21 Oct, 2020 - 16:49

Come join Subhuti’s presidential visit to the LBC online!

Subhuti will be focusing on the five essential aspects of Buddhist practice. Subhuti is a Dharma teacher of rarely-matched clarity and conviction. As a friend of Bhante Sangharakshita, Subhuti has played a key role in communicating the essence of Buddhist practice to thousands of people around the world.

Morning Meditation
8-9am | Zoom
Join Subhuti for morning meditation class. A perfect complement to the evening series, these mornings will...

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Awareness is Revolutionary: Race, Bias and Freedom

Thu, 9 Jul, 2020 - 11:42

Awareness is Revolutionary: Race, Bias and Freedom

Thu, 9 Jul, 2020 - 11:42

The week before last, Subhuti and Suryagupta, LBC President and Chair, had a lively and personal discussion on the topic of race, caste and Buddhism. You can watch that here. Tonight, 9 July, they’ll be following up with a second part to go into more depth, particularly around the question of bias. Join us to hear what they have to say and to ask your questions. Find it here from 7pm.

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Triratna Day 50th Celebrations, London

Tue, 4 Apr, 2017 - 21:45

Triratna Day 50th Celebrations, London

Tue, 4 Apr, 2017 - 21:45

Celebrating fifty years of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Community
This Saturday, the 8th of April 2017, the London Buddhist Centre hosts a day of events on behalf of all the London Centres to celebrate the presence of Bhante Sangharakshita’s vision in the world, and its significance in the unfoldment of the Buddha’s teachings.

Everyone is welcome to attend all or part of the day. The day is led by Order members associated with all five Triratna London Buddhist Centres.

Programme for the...