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New York Sangha holds first residential women’s retreat

From Triratna News on Wed, 19 Dec, 2012 - 06:09

New York Sangha holds first residential women’s retreat

From Triratna News on Wed, 19 Dec, 2012 - 06:09Viriyalila writes from her home in New Hampshire, USA, from where she’s been supporting the growing Triratna sangha a few hours south in New York City. She says - “This Autumn saw the New York Triratna sangha holding its first-ever residential women’s retreat. Eight women took part in the two-day event, and I was fortunate enough to be able to be there for the occasion. The retreat was devoted to the Seven Bodhyangas, and more specifically to...

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Meeting the Buddha

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Wed, 19 Dec, 2012 - 00:06

Meeting the Buddha

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Wed, 19 Dec, 2012 - 00:06Viriyalila will be leading a Women’s Practice Morning Saturday, January 12, 9 - 1 pm. We will be “Meeting the Buddha” through a series of reflections, meditations and devotional ritual. All women interested in learning more about Buddhist practice are welcome to attend, suitable for all levels.

To register, please email us at: portsmouth [at] thebuddhistcenter.com

Suggested Donation: $25 - $40

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Silent Solstice

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 18 Dec, 2012 - 23:33

Silent Solstice

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 18 Dec, 2012 - 23:33This Wednesday, December 19th for our Sangha Night, 7 - 9 pm, we will be offering an evening of Silent Meditation as we approach the longest night of the calendar. Join us for an opportunity to deepen your meditation practice. Enjoy time to sit quietly with like-minded people to cultivate some peace before the holidays!

A reminder that we will not be meeting for Sangha Night on December 26th.

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Job vacancies at Windhorse:evolution in Cambridge, UK

From Triratna News on Tue, 18 Dec, 2012 - 11:58

Job vacancies at Windhorse:evolution in Cambridge, UK

From Triratna News on Tue, 18 Dec, 2012 - 11:58Dharmasiddhi writes from Windhorse:evolution, based in the beautiful city of Cambridge: Windhorse:evolution was formed in 1979 to raise funds for Buddhist projects and provide ethical work opportunities for those interested in team based Right Livelihood. Over the years we have raised millions of pounds for many worthwhile Buddhist and social projects around the world. There are a range of lifestyle options in which you can engage, which can support spiritual practice and also training for ordination.

We are currently...

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Bristol exhibit Five-Buddha Mandala paintings

From Triratna News on Sun, 16 Dec, 2012 - 06:26

Bristol exhibit Five-Buddha Mandala paintings

From Triratna News on Sun, 16 Dec, 2012 - 06:26Clare writes from Triratna’s Bristol Buddhist Centre with news of a remarkable exhibition of Buddhist paintings - the culmination of their autumn series on the ‘Five-Buddha Mandala’. She says - “We just hosted the last of our series of talks on the Five-Buddha Mandala. During the evening, Kumuda, a local Order Member and artist gave a talk about his two series of paintings of the Five-Buddha Mandala, discussing both the ‘male’ and ‘female’ Buddha images he has painted,...

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New home for Portland Buddhist Centre

From Triratna News on Sat, 15 Dec, 2012 - 06:55

New home for Portland Buddhist Centre

From Triratna News on Sat, 15 Dec, 2012 - 06:55Dharmasuri, chairwoman of Triratna’s Nagaloka Buddhist Center in Portland, in Maine USA, writes to say - “ There’s big news at our Centre this winter: we’ve moved to a brand new location! It’s in the heart of the Arts district in the city of Portland, and we now occupy the first floor of a beautiful brick building. We have separate rooms for a book store, library, shrine room and open discussion room. There is also a kitchenette...

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Dwelling In the Presence of the Buddha - Sangha Day

From London Buddhist Centre on Wed, 12 Dec, 2012 - 00:00

Subhuti considers the significance of Sangha day falling on the cusp of winter, and the importance of the seasons in human life. He recalls the genesis of Sangha day from the time of the Buddha, and considers it's relevance for us here in the 21st century.

Ultimately Subhuti focus on the Sangha jewels itself; its vital importance for the individual practitioner and as a real sign of hope for this world.

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Nourishment...Tai Chi & The White Lotus Sutra

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 11 Dec, 2012 - 15:31

Nourishment...Tai Chi & The White Lotus Sutra

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 11 Dec, 2012 - 15:31It’s hard to believe we are nearly half-way through the month of December, a notoriously busy time of year for so many. We invite you to make some nourishing time for yourself this week.

On Wednesday, December 12, 12.30 - 1.30 pm, Laoshi Jon Jin continues with his lunch time Tai Chi Series.

Then later that evening, also on Wednesday, from 7 - 9 pm, we’ll be gathering for our weekly Sangha...

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Poetry, Soul Making & Meditation

From Free Buddhist Audio on Tue, 11 Dec, 2012 - 13:01

Poetry, Soul Making & Meditation

From Free Buddhist Audio on Tue, 11 Dec, 2012 - 13:01In our weekly Podcast we hand-pick talks from our vast collection of Dharma offerings to bring you a point of reflection each week.

The Jungian commentator James Hillman suggested that ‘soul’ needs nurturing as well as ‘spirit’ in human life. This week’s FBA Podcast, “Poetry, Soulmaking and Meditation,” features Paramananda using deeply meaningful poems to show soulmaking in action, and explaining how the process can be brought into your meditation practice.

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BTB2 - Übergabe vor Weihnachten?

From Buddhistisches Tor Berlin on Mon, 10 Dec, 2012 - 08:43

BTB2 - Übergabe vor Weihnachten?

From Buddhistisches Tor Berlin on Mon, 10 Dec, 2012 - 08:43Es scheint doch realistisch, dass die Übergabe des neuen Zentrums vor Weihnachten klappen könnte! Die Rampe zum Eingang ist jetzt fertig.

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