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A token of gratitude

From Abhayaratna Trust on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 13:42

A token of gratitude

From Abhayaratna Trust on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 13:42

Mahasraddha receives a token of gratitude on behalf of the Abhayaratna Trust at the Order convention in India.

The presentation was in acknowledgement of all the support that the Trust has given to individual Order members in India. This includes raising funds for 147 Order members to be able to attend this convention, grants given to individuals to be able to create their own livelihood, as well as grants for retreats and conventions over the years.

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Ordinations at Chintamani

From College of Public Preceptors on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 13:17

Ordinations at Chintamani

From College of Public Preceptors on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 13:17

Dear Friends,

We are delighted to announce that the ordinations of the following people took place at Chintamani, Mexico, on 5th January 2025. 

With metta, Virasiddhi


Public Preceptor Virasiddhi:

Abelardo Mancinas becomes Gambhīradāsa
Registered spelling: Gambhiradasa

A Sanskrit name meaning ‘He who serves the profound; Él que sirve a lo profundo’

Private preceptor: Nagapriya 

Adolfo Echeverría becomes Dharmaratna
Registered spelling: Dharmaratna

A Sanskrit name meaning ‘Jewel of the Dharma; La joya del Dharma’

Private preceptor: Nagapriya

Raul Chimil becomes Ākāśamati
Registered spelling: Akashamati

A Sanskrit name meaning ’The mind that is open like space; La mente abierta...

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Would you like to live in a large women's community near the London Buddhist Centre? OM

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 10:55

Would you like to live in a large women's community near the London Buddhist Centre? OM

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Tue, 4 Feb, 2025 - 10:55

Are you looking for a change in your life? Would you be interested in moving to Samayakula community to live with six other Order members? We are looking for a Dharmacharini to join Dhammadinna, Kavyamani, Lilamani, Maitreyi, Muditasri, Saccamani and five mitras.

You could be based in London already or interested in relocating. We are an experienced community with some long standing members as well as younger and newer people. We are all involved with activities at the LBC and elsewhere.

If you...

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Triratna International Order Convention 2025

From Order Connection on Mon, 3 Feb, 2025 - 01:50

Triratna International Order Convention 2025

From Order Connection on Mon, 3 Feb, 2025 - 01:50

Watch all the videos of the Triratna International Order Convention 2025

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Aryajaya Handover As International Order Convenor

From Order Connection on Mon, 3 Feb, 2025 - 01:46

Aryajaya Handover As International Order Convenor

From Order Connection on Mon, 3 Feb, 2025 - 01:46

Aryajaya ritually hands over her role as International Order Convenor

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Lokamitra on His life's Work for the Dharma

From Order Connection on Sun, 2 Feb, 2025 - 14:49

Lokamitra on His life's Work for the Dharma

From Order Connection on Sun, 2 Feb, 2025 - 14:49

Lokamitra recalls his early meetings with Bhante Sangharakshita and describes how they shaped his entire life’s work. He shows how Bhante’s vision combined individual spiritual growth with active engagement in society, grounded in mettā and harmony. Drawing on his experiences in India, Lokamitra illustrates how our collective practice transforms both ourselves and the world. He concludes that this altruistic spirit is the essence of Bodhichitta, the Bodhisattva ideal Bhante embodied.

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Jnanaratna and Dharmasara: Faith, Friendship and Work

From Order Connection on Sun, 2 Feb, 2025 - 13:35

Jnanaratna and Dharmasara: Faith, Friendship and Work

From Order Connection on Sun, 2 Feb, 2025 - 13:35

In these two talks, Dharmacharis Jñānaratna and Dharmasara show how going beyond mere conceptual understanding of the Dharma transforms our lives. Jñānaratna speaks of faith, devotion, and spiritual friendship—sharing insights from his meetings with Bhante Sangharakshita—and how these elements bridge the gap between vision and real change. Dharmasara highlights the synergy of work, thoughtful reflection, and unconditional love as the living expression of the Dharma. Together, they remind us that genuine practice arises through heartfelt effort and deep connection with others.

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One space available: Kalyanaloka - Bristol's Womens+ Community

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 19:02

One space available: Kalyanaloka - Bristol's Womens+ Community

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 19:02

One space available immediately in Kalyanaloka – Bristol’s Buddhist community for women and non-binary people. Current residents are three GFR Mitras aged 28 – 37 with strong connections in the Bristol sangha. Between us we work and study in a variety of health and environmental settings.

Spacious room available in our four bed (plus shrine room!) house that has a rich legacy of being a Triratna community for around eight years. Five minutes walk from Bristol Buddhist Centre, just...

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Kalyanamitra Yoga

From Order Connection on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 15:40

Kalyanamitra Yoga

From Order Connection on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 15:40

Mahamati gives and introduction to the Kalyanamitra Yoga and leads the practice

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Unseen Sangharakshita

From Sangharakshita 100: A Celebration on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 13:33

Unseen Sangharakshita

From Sangharakshita 100: A Celebration on Sat, 1 Feb, 2025 - 13:33

Sangharakshita 100 events continue with the next ‘Unseen Sangharakshita’ video.

This time it’s a talk entitled ‘Wesak and After’ which you can now watch on the Triratna Video Library

In May 1992 Bhante Sangharakshita was invited to speak at a UK Western region Wesak festival gathering. He reminisces about his first Wesak celebration in 1949 and highlights the importance of understanding the significance of Wesak and the Buddha’s Enlightenment, asking the question ‘What is Enlightenment?’

He recounts a recent...

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