I am delighted to announce the names of the seventeen new Dharmacharis who were publicly ordained today at Guhyaloka Retreat Centre.
Public Preceptor Arthapriya
Martin Harris becomes Maitrisimha A Sanskrit name meaning “Lion of Loving Kindness” Westernised spelling: Maitrisingha Private preceptor: Paramabandhu
Dominic Reynolds becomes Moksaghosa A Sanskrit name meaning “Voice of Liberation” Westernised spelling: Mokshaghosha Private preceptor: Ratnaghosha ...
In this Clear Vision Newsbyte we are given a window into the 2018 International Order Convention in Bodhgaya. This Convention was a special one, happening 18 months earlier than would normally be the case, so as to tie in with the 50th anniversary of the Order.
We witness Order Members arriving for the Convention, hear from Aryajaya, the newly appointed International Order Convenor, see the newest Order Members introduce themselves, and behold the ‘sea...
New community member wanted at Guhyaloka Retreat Centre, Spain
Guhyaloka is the Triratna men’s ordination centre situated in the peaceful and picturesque Sierra Aitana mountains in Alicante province, eastern Spain.
We are looking for one or possibly two Dharmacharis or male GFR mitras who would like to join our band of brothers working to support the creation of the order here in our beautiful mountain valley. Guhyaloka is an inspiring, mythical place with challenges and rewards in equal number - it is a...
We are pleased to announce the release of four new volumes of the The Complete Works of Sangharakshita. A way to celebrate the 50 year anniversary of the Triratna Buddhist Order is to celebrate writings and teachings of the founder of the movement. The Complete Works include all previously published work by Sangharakshita, as well as talks, seminars and writings published for the first time.
Abhaya has been ordained for 44 years and he reflects on how he connects with the order.
Given during a Southern UK Regional Order day to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Triratna Buddhist Order, 8th April 2018.
Abhaya has been ordained for 44 years and he reflects on how he connects with the order.
Given during a Southern UK Regional Order day to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Triratna Buddhist Order, 8th April 2018.
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