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India Dhamma Trust: "At the heart of a peaceful Dhamma Revolution"

Radical Buddhism, Changing the Myth of Society - Dh Vajratara

By Carunalaka on Sun, 20 Mar, 2016 - 17:28

The first of a series of talks about Dr Ambedkar and his relevance to Western Buddhists. In a culture of unprecedented freedom, Dhammacharini Vajratara asks how we choose which path to follow? This was the question facing Dr Ambedkar who had a burning issue to solve - untouchability.

Vajratara introduces Dr Ambedkar by showing his methods of solving this problem, and how he came to realise more than political, economic or social action was needed. She also explains how he came to choose...

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Dr Ambedkar and His Importance For the Future of Buddhism

By Carunalaka on Sun, 20 Mar, 2016 - 17:24

Dhammacharini Vajratara argues that Dr Ambedkar is not just relevant for India or for the oppressed, but essential for modern Buddhism all over the world, challenging us to move beyond a comfortable Buddhism that fits neatly into modern consumer society.

The talk was given at a retreat at Rivendell for young people comparing the teachings of Dr Ambedkar and Sangharakshita. Those on the retreat were asked to read Buddha and the Future of His Religion and Blueprint for a New world in preparation.

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Inspired by Ambedkar - Sangharakshita's perpective

By Carunalaka on Sun, 20 Mar, 2016 - 17:20

Vajratara presents the work of Dr Ambedkar from a new angle - looking at how he inspired Sangharakshitas life and work.

There is an alchemy that happens when the inspiration of the Buddha, Dr Ambedkar and Sangharakshita come together.

Dr Ambedkar showed how change can be achieved by spiritual means. He demonstrated how the Dhamma can be force for the transformation of society, inspiring Sangharakshita’s own Dharma Revolution in the West.

More than his work, Dr Ambedkar’s energy and strong feeling, and the emotions of his followers,...

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India Dhamma Trust: "At the heart of a peaceful Dhamma Revolution"

Dr Ambedkar for India and the World

By Carunalaka on Sun, 20 Mar, 2016 - 17:03

Dhammacharini Vajratara talks about the significance of Dr. Ambedkar, not only for India, but for Buddhists all around the world, and for society as a whole.

Given on the World on Fire retreat at Adhisthana in June 2015.

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Inspired by Ambedkar: a western perspective

By vajratara on Fri, 18 Dec, 2015 - 17:10

The third of three talks looking at the inspiration and influence of Dr Ambedkar in the life of members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Kusaladevi was ordained this year and works for the Karuna Trust, helping fund social projects that work with the most disadvantaged in India. Karuna used to fund the ordination teams in India, but a few years ago felt a new charity was needed specifically for Dhamma and ordination training, furthering the peaceful Dhamma revolution and transforming the lives of...

India Dhamma Trust: "At the heart of a peaceful Dhamma Revolution"

Inspired by Ambedkar: an Indian woman's perspective

By vajratara on Fri, 18 Dec, 2015 - 16:56

The second of three talks looking at the inspiration and influence of Dr Ambedkar in the life of members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Jnanasuri was the first Indian woman Ordained in India. She gives snapshots from her life as a Dhammacharini, saying how Dr Ambedkar inspires her life and work. A very moving talk, she got a standing ovation at the end! She is supported in her Dhamma work by the India Dhamma Trust, so do listen to her talk, it...

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Inspired by Ambedkar: Sangharakshita's Perspective

By vajratara on Fri, 18 Dec, 2015 - 16:50

The first of three talks looking at the inspiration and influence of Dr Ambedkar in the life of members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Vajratara introduces the inspiration Dr Ambedkar had on the life and work of Sangharakshita, and also says a little about why she chose to work for the India Dhamma Trust.

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India Dhamma Trust on tour with the Indian Public Preceptors

By vajratara on Mon, 23 Nov, 2015 - 12:39

Carunalaka from the India Dhamma Trust is on tour with Jnanasuri, Amoghasiddhi and Yashosagar. First stop Sheffield, where Jnanasuri compared tattoos with Steph from the women’s community! The India Dhamma Trust raises money to support the Indian Ordination teams for their vital work all over India - bringing the dignity, strength and love of the Dhamma to transform people’s lives in communities blighted by discrimination and poverty.

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Introducing the November 2015 College Meeting

By Saccanama on Wed, 11 Nov, 2015 - 14:27

Saddhaloka, in conversation with Saccanama, introduces the November meeting of the Public Preceptors’ College; a gathering of public preceptors from all around the world - India, America, New Zealand, Spain and the UK. He talks about some of the themes and issues they will be exploring together this week, including Sadhana, the future of the College, and the work of the Ordination team in India.

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Preceptors' College Spring Meeting 2015 - Megha & Yashosagar

By Vidyatara on Mon, 16 Mar, 2015 - 11:37

Parami draws out the international aspect of the College talking with Megha, one of the four Public Preceptors from Australia/New Zealand, and Yashosagar, one of the six Public Preceptors who oversee the ordination process in India.

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