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Follow the International Retreat online

By Munisha on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 12:59

Follow the International Retreat online

By Munisha on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 12:59The 2014 International Retreat kicks off today at Adhisthana, our community’s new spiritual home.
You can take part online!

Entitled “The Bodhisattva’s Reply,” the retreat explores the Dharmic perspective needed for truly altruistic activity, so that our creativity, willingness, and effort for social change can lead to more than just “doing good”.

During the retreat you can join in by visiting the 2014 International...
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Moving the Buddha Into Place

By suvannamani on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 00:43

Moving the Buddha Into Place

By suvannamani on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 00:43The team here at Adhisthana get ready for the Triratna International Retreat 2014. Moving the Buddha into the great shrine marquee!
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Of Marquees, Buddhas, Rainbows and Pujas

By suvannamani on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 00:11
  • Amitabha Puja
  • Rainbow over the field
  • The Marquee Rises
  • The Pallet Buddha
  • The Pallet Buddha (back)

Of Marquees, Buddhas, Rainbows and Pujas

By suvannamani on Fri, 23 May, 2014 - 00:11
Some pictures from around Adhisthana as we prepare to host the International Retreat…
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Pictures from the Set-up!

By Candradasa on Thu, 22 May, 2014 - 23:02
  • Signage!
  • Erecting the refectory area
  • Morning team meeting: words of uplift from Shantikara
  • Polish porridge making team!
  • Setting up a toilet!
  • Setting up a toilet No. 2...
  • Rainbow tent
  • In the distance, a steeple...
  • Signs galore...
  • Evening tents
  • The Buddha in the Field

Pictures from the Set-up!

By Candradasa on Thu, 22 May, 2014 - 23:02
We’re very lucky this weekend to have some great folk taking part in the International Retreat and documenting some of the sights for us on Instagram and Facebook!

Many thanks to Satyadarshin, Suvajra and Dassini for this first set of shots from around the site as...
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Triratna International Retreat Set Up

By Dassini on Thu, 22 May, 2014 - 22:19
Coming soon… Interviews, mantras, musings and the view from the field at the International Retreat!

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Buddhist Centre Features

'Live' Coverage of the International Retreat 2014

By Centre Team on Thu, 22 May, 2014 - 21:59

'Live' Coverage of the International Retreat 2014

By Centre Team on Thu, 22 May, 2014 - 21:59The 2014 International Retreat is about to kick off and you can take part online! The retreat starts tomorrow (23rd) and runs until Tuesday 27th at Adhisthana, our community’s new spiritual home.

Entitled “The Bodhisattva’s Reply,” it will explore the Dharmic perspective needed for truly altruistic activity, so that our creativity, willingness, and effort for social change can lead to more than just “doing good”.

Sangharakshita has said that Avalokiteshvara is a...
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Mokshini On Sustainable Community

By Dhammadassin21@... on Wed, 21 May, 2014 - 14:02

Mokshini On Sustainable Community

By Dhammadassin21@... on Wed, 21 May, 2014 - 14:02An inspiring introduction from Mokshini to the Buddhist Action Month (BAM) initiative at the 2014 International Retreat, towards the ideal of a sustainable Triratna community worldwide.

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International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Vajrasara On Compassionate Communication

By Dhammadassin21@... on Tue, 20 May, 2014 - 09:10

Vajrasara On Compassionate Communication

By Dhammadassin21@... on Tue, 20 May, 2014 - 09:10Vajrasara will be leading three workshops on the International Retreat around the crucial area of compassionate communication. How do we navigate situations of genuine difficulty and tension in our lives? Learn how to say yes and no in ways that help rather than hinder! A great opportunity to find practical routes to kindness in any moment…

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International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Preparations for the International Retreat - Adhisthana Fields

By Dhammadassin21@... on Mon, 19 May, 2014 - 16:39

Preparations for the International Retreat - Adhisthana Fields

By Dhammadassin21@... on Mon, 19 May, 2014 - 16:39And, a panoramic view of the beautiful fields around Adhisthana, as preparations are made for the 2014 International Retreat. Soon, these fields will be dotted with colorful tents and smiling sangha members…
International Retreat 2014
International Retreat 2014

Preparations for the International Retreat - Shrine Marquee

By Dhammadassin21@... on Mon, 19 May, 2014 - 16:36

Preparations for the International Retreat - Shrine Marquee

By Dhammadassin21@... on Mon, 19 May, 2014 - 16:36Here’s a panoramic of the inside of the shrine marquee ‘before’ the big event, as the team prepares for an influx of retreatants. This lovely cool grey and white empty space will soon be filled with light and colour and people!

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