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FBA Podcast: The Bodhisattva Ideal In India

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 8 May, 2021 - 06:00

In this moving and rousing talk, Dhammachari Amoghasiddhi illustrates how the Dhamma can radically transform people’s lives, liberating them from a hellish existence, particularly in India.

Using the examples of his own life, as well as the lives of Bhante Sangharakshita, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar and others, he explains that if we want to live a meaningful life, we must open up to the suffering of others and do everything we can to help alleviate their suffering.
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The Dharma and Social Action

From Taraloka Retreat Centre on Sat, 8 May, 2021 - 01:00
Maitrisiddhi talks personally about her experience of being on environmental social actions in 2019. A talk organised by the Brighton Buddhist Centre for Buddhist Action Month 2020
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Ordinations at Dhanakosa Retreat Centre in Scotland

From Order Connection on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 19:25

Ordinations at Dhanakosa Retreat Centre in Scotland

From Order Connection on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 19:25

Dear companions in the good life,

I’m delighted to let you know that the following women from the Glasgow sangha were publicly ordained at Dhanakosa this afternoon:

Hilary Barclay becomes Vajracetana (long final ‘a’), A Sanskrit name meaning ‘She whose purpose is diamond like’.
Westernised (registered) spelling: Vajrachetana

Christine Cather becomes Suvarnasri (dot under the ’n’, accent over the ’s’ and long ‘i’). A Sanskrit name meaning ‘Golden Light’.

Dassini was the private preceptor for...

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Ordinations at Dhanakosa Retreat Centre in Scotland

From College of Public Preceptors on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 19:25

Ordinations at Dhanakosa Retreat Centre in Scotland

From College of Public Preceptors on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 19:25

I’m delighted to let you know that the following women from the Glasgow sangha were publicly ordained at Dhanakosa this afternoon:

Hilary Barclay becomes Vajracetana (long final ‘a’), A Sanskrit name meaning ‘She whose purpose is diamond like’.
Westernised (registered) spelling: Vajrachetana

Christine Cather becomes Suvarnasri (dot under the ’n’, accent over the ’s’ and long ‘i’). A Sanskrit name meaning ‘Golden Light’.

Dassini was the private preceptor for both and I was...

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Ordinations At The London Buddhist Centre

From Triratna News on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 11:21

Ordinations At The London Buddhist Centre

From Triratna News on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 11:21

We’re delighted to let you know that three public ordinations took place at the LBC on Thursday 6th May. Following the ordinations at Adhisthana earlier this week, these are the second of three public ordination ceremonies for women on this one retreat.

Jenny Tarrant from Deal becomes Vidyanadi (a long first “a” and a long final “i”), a name meaning “She who is a river of wisdom.” Registered spelling: Vidyanadi. Private Preceptor: Dayapaksini.

Rowena Wingfield-Davies from Croydon becomes Simhasraddha (dot under the “m”, accent above the...

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Ordinations At The London Buddhist Centre

From Order Connection on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 11:19

Ordinations At The London Buddhist Centre

From Order Connection on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 11:19

Dear Order Members,

I’m delighted to let you know that three public ordinations took place at the LBC on 6th May. Following the ordinations at Adhisthana earlier this week, these are the second of three public ordination ceremonies for women on this one retreat.

Jenny Tarrant from Deal becomes Vidyanadi (a long first “a” and a long final “i”), a name meaning “She who is a river of wisdom.” Registered spelling: Vidyanadi. Private Preceptor: Dayapaksini.

Rowena Wingfield-Davies from Croydon becomes Simhasraddha (dot under the “m”,...

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Positive Precepts Metta Bhavana

From Taraloka Retreat Centre on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 01:00
Vajrasakhi leads a 'cherishing' metta bhavana based on the positive precepts. The practice is introduced then led through, including the crucial importance of a positive and loving relationship with ourselves. From 'Moon of the Mind: Bodhicitta' Taraloka & Tiratanaloka online Great Gathering weekend, for women training for ordination and Order Members.
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Bodhicitta: a Personal Talk

From Taraloka Retreat Centre on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 01:00
Intelligent and thought provoking, Candraprabha shares some personal reflections on her relationship to 'bodhicitta.' From 'Moon of the Mind: Bodhicitta' Taraloka & Tiratanaloka online Great Gathering weekend, for women training for ordination and Order Members.
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Moon of the Mind Guided Meditation

From Taraloka Retreat Centre on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 01:00
Maitridevi leads a relaxed and receptive Tong Len practice. From 'Moon of the Mind: Bodhicitta' Taraloka & Tiratanaloka online Great Gathering weekend, for women training for ordination and Order Members.
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Padmasambhava Skull Garland Mantra

From Taraloka Retreat Centre on Fri, 7 May, 2021 - 01:00
Mantra chanting can be tricky if you're leading an on-line puja. The Taraloka community have recorded a few mantras, all about 5 minutes long, which you are welcome to use for rituals on-line.

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