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Dharmabytes: All Experience is of the Nature of Mind

From Free Buddhist Audio on Thu, 6 Jul, 2023 - 11:00

Shubha explores the Three Bodies of the Buddha experientially in the Spiritual Death, Spiritual Rebirth and Receptivity stages of Sadhana practice, and how the whole of Sadhana practice has the potential to be free of self-nature.

Excerpted from the talk The Trikaya, Sadhana and Vipashyana given on the Women’s Area Order Weekend at Adhisthana, March 2020.

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In the Footsteps of the Buddha: A Noble Path (Part I)

From Birmingham Buddhist Centre on Thu, 6 Jul, 2023 - 00:00

As part of Dharma day 2023 at the Birmingham Buddhist Centre and marking the 25th anniversary of the opening of the current centre, Dharmashalin gives the first of a two-part talk on the first two of the 4 Noble Truths, evoking the miraculous communication of the Buddha’s dharma.

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In the Footsteps of the Buddha: A Noble Path (Part II)

From Birmingham Buddhist Centre on Thu, 6 Jul, 2023 - 00:00

As part of Dharma Day 2023 at the Birmingham Buddhist Centre and marking the 25th anniversary of the opening of the current centre, Balajit gives the second of a two-part talk on the 3rd and 4th of the Noble truths. The Buddha said that the whole of his teachings fits within the footprint of the four noble truths. Balajit explores the ways in which we can change our relationship to contraction and suffering by getting to know the deepest longing of the heart.

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The Cosmos As Existing in Space

From Free Buddhist Audio on Wed, 5 Jul, 2023 - 11:29

Revered by Buddhists from earliest times, the stupa is here explained in terms of the five elements, the ‘Vase of Initiation’, and the ‘Flaming Drop’.

Excerpted from the talk given by Sangharakshita entitled The Tantric Symbolism of the Stupa as part of the series Creative Symbols of the Tantric Path to Enlightenment, 1972.

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Summer Art Exhibition

From Manchester Buddhist Centre on Wed, 5 Jul, 2023 - 09:43

Summer Art Exhibition

From Manchester Buddhist Centre on Wed, 5 Jul, 2023 - 09:43

This summer we are displaying some beautiful artworks by members of our community in our atmospheric historical building in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. A sensitively converted textile warehouse, the aesthetics of our our Centre reflect the importance of art and imagination in our Buddhist practice.

The exhibition is open whenever the Centre is open, with no charge, and we extend a warm welcome to all visitors. All exhibition pieces are for sale, with the proceeds going to two charities - Manchester Buddhist Centre...

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Autism and Buddhist Practice

From Neurodiverse Triratna on Mon, 3 Jul, 2023 - 16:41

Autism and Buddhist Practice

From Neurodiverse Triratna on Mon, 3 Jul, 2023 - 16:41

Here is a book that may be of interest to you, whether or not you are autistic around different aspects of Buddhist practice. It includes a chapter from our very own Prajnanandi. It would be of particular use to those looking to articulate more about their autism and how it works with Buddhism, or those who are interested in supporting autistic individuals.

The description from the publisher:

“This series of reflective accounts explores the benefits that Buddhist practice can bring for autistic individuals, and...

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Order Retreat - June 23

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Mon, 3 Jul, 2023 - 05:55

Order Retreat - June 23

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Mon, 3 Jul, 2023 - 05:55

Order Retreat led by Karmavajra and supported by Dh. Prajnaditya.

Subject for retreat was Bhante book - Purpose and Practice of Buddhist Meditation.

Thanks all order members for coming and attenting retreat. Especially Dhammacharini from Aurangabad.

Happy Guru Pornima to everyone.

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A new book available for sponsorship: 'The Subtle Art of Caring' by River Wolton

From Windhorse Publications on Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 10:02

A new book available for sponsorship: 'The Subtle Art of Caring' by River Wolton

From Windhorse Publications on Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 10:02

Today, we want to introduce you and invite you to sponsor a book that will come out this November. It is called The Subtle Art of Caring: A Guide to Sustaining Compassion.

The Buddha taught the practices of loving kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity. You may know and practise them as the Brahma Viharas. They are the guides and means to cultivate positive emotions and minimise harmful ones.

Poet, writer, activist, coach, and Buddhist teacher River Wolton gives...

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Prajnanandi and Autism part 3 - communication and friendship

From Neurodiverse Triratna on Sun, 2 Jul, 2023 - 11:12

Prajnanandi and Autism part 3 - communication and friendship

From Neurodiverse Triratna on Sun, 2 Jul, 2023 - 11:12

This is part 3 of a series of videos by Prajnanandi on Autism. Prajnanandi is an autistic order member. This one looks at communication and friendships.