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Saturated by Experience (Dharmabytes Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Mon, 23 Dec, 2024 - 11:00

Subhadramati explores the parable of the rain cloud drawing out the dharmic significance of how things arise. Excerpted from the talk Symbols of Life as part of the series Myths and Parables From the White Lotus Sutra given at London Buddhist Centre, 2015.

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The Parable of the Rain Cloud (FBA Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 21 Dec, 2024 - 11:00

The plant just needs to grow, it doesn’t need to know what kind of plant it is. We need to make an effort to grow, we need to apply the teachings of the Dharma, to give, be kind, communicate openly and warmly. Although simple practices, these practices can really change us profoundly. Here Amoghavajra introduces the Parable of the Rain Cloud from the White Lotus Sutra. This talk was given at Padmaloka Retreat Centre,...

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Vadanaya's Yearly Tale of Scrooge - What He Can Teach Us?

From Sheffield Buddhist Centre on Fri, 20 Dec, 2024 - 00:00

What does Dickens' most famous character show us about the spiritual path? All will be revealed on Tuesday 17th, as Vadanya begins the festive season with his annual exploration of the myth of Scrooge, in a talk that's now become something of a legend in itself.

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Death of Mokshadanu

From Order Connection on Thu, 19 Dec, 2024 - 16:33

Death of Mokshadanu

From Order Connection on Thu, 19 Dec, 2024 - 16:33

Dear Fellow Order Members,

I am saddened to let you know that Mokshadanu from Barcelona, Spain, died yesterday, 18th December. He went into hospital about three weeks ago and they discovered he had pneumonia caused by cancer in his lungs. The cancer had spread throughout his body, though the oncologist said it was treatable. He was discharged from hospital and was staying with his eldest brother whilst the treatment got underway. However he experienced breathing difficulties, was...

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The King and his Son (Dharmabytes Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Thu, 19 Dec, 2024 - 11:00

Vadanya explores the parable of ‘The Return Journey’ in the White Lotus Sutra. Excerpted from the talk entitled The Return Journey given at Sheffield Buddhist Centre, 2008.

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Dh Chandrashil 41th Ordination Day

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Thu, 19 Dec, 2024 - 06:00

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Dh Chandrashil 41th Ordination Day

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Thu, 19 Dec, 2024 - 06:00

Celebrated Dh. Chandrashil 41th Dhammachari Ordination Day.

Dhammachari Chandrashil is Kalyan Mitra as well as Preceptor to many of us.

He was Ordain at Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat center on 18th Dec 2024. In same month Main Building was ingurated by Bhante.

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Hands up if you love Dharma Study!

From Future Dharma on Wed, 18 Dec, 2024 - 15:52

Hands up if you love Dharma Study!

From Future Dharma on Wed, 18 Dec, 2024 - 15:52

Hands up if you have ever taken part in or led a Mitra Training course?

Hands up if you have made long lasting friends whilst studying Dharma?

I’m guessing you’ve got your hand up right now (you can put it down now if you like!)

Did you know that there wouldn’t be a Mitra study course, and other essential Dharma materials without Future Dharma donors?

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Our Enlightened Nature (Dharmabytes Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Mon, 16 Dec, 2024 - 12:47

When insight arises we feel that it has come of its own accord. Once upon a time a young man abandoned his father and went to live in another country… Akashamitra re-examines the eternal allegory for our times. Excerpted from the talk Myth of the Return Journey as part of the series Myths and Parables From the White Lotus Sutra given at London Buddhist Centre, 2015.

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Parable of the Burning House (Dharmabytes Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Mon, 16 Dec, 2024 - 12:44

In his stirring way, Guhyavajra recounts the parable of the burning house and offers his reflections on its relevance to our lives now. Excerpted from the talk entitled Escape from the Burning House, part of the series The Burning House - an Image from the White Lotus Sutra given at Padmaloka Retreat Centre, 2002.

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Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism

From Explore meditation and Buddhism in Warwick on Mon, 16 Dec, 2024 - 10:57

Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism

From Explore meditation and Buddhism in Warwick on Mon, 16 Dec, 2024 - 10:57

We are delighted to be running an introductory course for 4 weeks from Thursday 9th January until Thursday 30th January. The course aims to provide an introduction to Buddhism and meditation and is open to complete newcomers to meditation and those with a regular practice.

Sessions will take place at Hill Close Gardens in Warwick from 7.30-9.30pm each week. More information about the course (and booking details) can be found here: https://buytickets.at/warwicktriratnabuddhistcommunity/1506106

After the course participants are welcome to join our ongoing weekly Tuesday...

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