Moksatara Amalasiddhi and Prajnaketu explain and share some of the highlights of this weekend at Adhisthana, from where we hear about inspiring international efforts to help young people express themselves fully in a Dharma life.
I hope you’re all enjoying the ending of the rain and the threatening of spring! As we move into March, make sure that the date of the next younger sangha evening is in your diaries - Saturday 16th March, this time led by Kate. We’ll be exploring the Buddha’s decision to teach the Dharma after his enlightenment, and the profound vision he had which inspired him to do so.
Aged 16-35? Interested in Buddhism and meditation? All welcome. No previous experience necessary. Bring your friends. You don’t need to be a Buddhist to come along, and we won’t try to make you one!
Our theme for the comings months is the Mandala of the 5 Buddhas (see below for details).
Ratnasambhava, the ‘Jewel-Born’
Through meditation, talks and discussion, we will explore the symbolism of Ratnasambhava, the Jewel-Born yellow Buddha of the South. He...
Come along to the Ipswich Buddhist Centre to hear the first in a mini series on the Three Unwholesome Roots (or the Three Poisons). These roots are believed to cause us suffering (or dukkha) and are shown to be central on the wheel of life (usually as a pig, a bird and a snake).
Ed will be leading a discussion on Hatred and Aversion (also translated as anger) - a fear of getting what we don’t want or...
“In fact we may say that the creative mind at its highest level is freedom itself…” Sangharakshita
On this retreat we will begin to get a sense of what the creative mind truly is. Creative mind is not about being an artist or having any special ‘talent’. It’s about finding freedom from the mechanical and habitual nature of the reactive mind, about questioning and moving beyond the usual. The process begins with the simple application of awareness. ...
*UPDATE*: Mokshapriya indicates that an answer by the 21st would be feasible if Valentines day is too soon for you to make plans! :)
Young Buddhists actively involved with your Centres, are you interested in a trip to India with other international young Buddhists?
On 14th October 2016 Buddhist India will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s conversion to Buddhism and the immediate conversions of hundreds of thousands of his followers. The greatest of those celebrations will be held at...
The Young People’s Night at the Cambridge Buddhist Centre is an alternative Friday night for young people.
2016 starts with a three month drop-in series of talks on the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. This month Leigh Smith will introduce us to the Dharma, the doctrine or universal truth common to all individuals at all times.
We will start the night with meditation and the evening events will be followed by a late night tea bar (until...
This event is aimed at young men in their late teens, 20’s and 30’s, no prior experience of meditation is necessary.
The ancient teachings of the Buddha led to freedom from suffering. During this event we will explore how we can get closer to experiencing this freedom in our busy day-to-day lives.
This event is run by young people from the Triratna buddhist community, and is suitable for complete beginners and...
Sunday 7 February (Always the first Sunday of each month) 4.30 - 6.30 pm Norwich Buddhist Centre
16-35? Interested in Buddhism and meditation? All welcome. No previous experience necessary. Bring your friends. You don’t need to be a Buddhist to come along, and we won’t try to make you one!
Our theme for the next 5 months is the Mandala of the 5 Buddhas (see below for details).
Akṣobhya, the imperturbable We enter the mandala...
