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In the Service of the Dharma | Al servicio del Dharma

By dayaketu on Thu, 2 Nov, 2023 - 19:03

In the Service of the Dharma | Al servicio del Dharma

By dayaketu on Thu, 2 Nov, 2023 - 19:03

Talk given in English with Spanish translation by Upekshamati. | Charla impartida en Inglés con traducción al Español por Upekshamati.

Nagapriya gives a greatly insightful talk on how a sense of Dharma service is critical to the collective project of manifesting the Bodhichitta (‘the wish from Mahayana Buddhism for all beings to see and live according to the true nature of reality and free themselves...

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Free Buddhist Audio

Dharmabytes: What is a Bodhisattva?

By Centre Team on Thu, 15 Jun, 2023 - 11:00

Nagapriya  explores the emergence of the Bodhisattva Ideal in the Mahayana tradition by discussing the historical context in which this basic concept developed, its ties to early Buddhist texts, and what the bodhisattva’s life entails, on both the mundane and cosmic levels.

From the talk entitled The Ideal of Universal Awakening, part of the series Visions of Mahayana Buddhism, given at Manchester Buddhist Centre, 2009. 

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Dharmabytes: Stepping Through the Portal

By Zac on Mon, 22 May, 2023 - 06:00

Nagapriya takes an unusual angle as he speaks of the Dharma as a portal into the Buddha’s mind itself…

From the talk Cherish the Doctrine given at Padmaloka Retreat Centre, 2022. Part 1 of a three part series based around the motto of the great Tibetan 20th Century teacher Dhardo Rimpoche - “Cherish the Doctrine, Live United, Radiate Love.”

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Triratna International Council

Nagapriya: Serving the Bodhisattva

By aparajita on Mon, 2 Jan, 2023 - 14:55

Nagapriya: Serving the Bodhisattva

By aparajita on Mon, 2 Jan, 2023 - 14:55

The keynote talk at the 2022 International Council, held at Adhisthana, in which Nagapriya explores the path of responsibility in the context of the Bodhisattva Ideal.

If you prefer, here’s an audio version

Adhisthana
Adhisthana

Anniversary of Sangharakshita's Funeral

By Maitriyogini on Wed, 9 Nov, 2022 - 11:32

Anniversary of Sangharakshita's Funeral

By Maitriyogini on Wed, 9 Nov, 2022 - 11:32

A special event from the College of Public Preceptors Meeting held at Adhisthana remembering the funeral of Sangharakshita who died in 2018.

The evening will run from 7.30-9pm UK time and have echos of the funeral, led by Parami.

There will be elements of ritual and readings of extracts from Nagabodhi’s forthcoming book about Bhante and Maitreyabandhu’s Canto - a long-form poem dedicated to Sangharakshita.

You can join the livestream here.

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Free Buddhist Audio

Dharmabyte: Whatever Leads to Dispassion

By Zac on Thu, 15 Sep, 2022 - 06:00

Elucidating the fifth stage of purification, Nagapriya shares a favored teaching to differentiate what helps us progress spiritually, and what does not. 

Excerpted from the talk Cherish the Doctrine given at Padmaloka Retreat Centre, 2002.

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Windhorse Publications

New podcast episode with Vimalasara

By Windhorse Publi... on Tue, 13 Sep, 2022 - 16:34

New podcast episode with Vimalasara

By Windhorse Publi... on Tue, 13 Sep, 2022 - 16:34

Read on to find out about our latest podcast episode, a new addition to the books available on our website, and a chance to catch up with our latest book launch.

New podcast episode with Vimalasara
It’s always good news when one of our books starts selling well. But in this case, the popularity of Eight Step Recovery: Using the Buddha’s Teachings to Overcome Addiction points to the rise of compulsive and addictive behaviour and thought over lockdown and beyond. Dhammamegha...

Windhorse Publications
Windhorse Publications

Out now: Nagapriya’s ‘The Promise of a Sacred World’

By Windhorse Publi... on Tue, 30 Aug, 2022 - 10:30

Out now: Nagapriya’s ‘The Promise of a Sacred World’

By Windhorse Publi... on Tue, 30 Aug, 2022 - 10:30

We’re delighted to announce the release of Nagapriya’s latest book, The Promise of a Sacred World: Shinran’s Teaching of Other Power.

We’ve got a special offer to celebrate the release: for customers who buy the paperback edition of The Promise of a Sacred World from our website, we’re offering Nagapriya’s other books, Visions of Mahayana Buddhism and Exploring Karma and Rebirth at a whopping 40% discount. To take advantage of this offer, simply click on the ‘Buy now (UK ...

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