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Martin John Faulkner

Bhante - In Memoriam

Thu, 1 Nov, 2018 - 01:57[edit]

I am so sad to hear of Sangharakshita’s death. His catalogue of literary works are amazing and have always been very special to me for the space of spiritual understanding, meaning and personal growth in Western Buddhism. I never met him in person but in his literature I had connection with him and the community at the very kind Manchester Buddhist Centre and in the larger world as of consequence. When I worked as a volunteer at the Manchester Buddhist Centre there was always good fellowship and spiritual connection. He remains to me Bhante - a venerable and noble teacher.

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dayaketu

Puja for Bhante in Mexico City

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 23:13

Puja for Bhante in Mexico City

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 23:13

Yesterday evening we got together to do a special puja for our beloved Bhante, in Mexico City Buddhist Centre (Rome neighborhood). We recited Maitreyabandhu’s sevenfold puja for Bhante and also chanted mantras requested by Bhante. Upekshamati led the puja and said some lovely words. Many of us wouldn’t be buddhists if it was not for Bhante and his precious legacy of teachings and the Triratna order.

Centre Team

Bhante's Departure (from Suratna by email)

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 20:30

Bhante's Departure (from Suratna by email)

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 20:30

With sad and heavy heart we celebrate the death of our beloverd and cherished teacher and friend Bante Sangharákshita he who gave us the Dharma and inspired us over many many years.

May his next life be as spiritually inspiring as the last. R.I.P.

Amitavati, Spain

vajrapriya

24 hour wake for Bhante Sangharakshita in BC Amsterdam

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 18:57

24 hour wake for Bhante Sangharakshita in BC Amsterdam

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 18:57

The Amsterdam Buddhist Centre holding a 24 hour vigil for Bhante. Image sent in by Matthijs Post.

Vajrashura

Pictures from night for Bhante in the Dublin Buddhist Centre

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 17:46

Pictures from night for Bhante in the Dublin Buddhist Centre

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 17:46

Last night we had a special night for Bhante. 40 of us were present for the night, which started with Jnanadhara rejoicing in Bhante and the influence Bhante has had on his life and Triratna. We then chanted 108 Shakyamuni mantras for Bhante, and had a special puja for Bhante.

Much appreciation was expressed for Bhante and all that he has done for us. A book of condolences has also been opened here...

nagabodhi

Bhante visits the Four Winds Summer Retreat, 1976

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 16:42

Bhante visits the Four Winds Summer Retreat, 1976

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 16:42

… It’s been such a long journey. Hard to express even to myself a fraction of what I’m thinking or feeling. It’s too early to take in, even though we’ve been preparing for years. Confidence and fathomless, mysterious gratitude–and a big warm smile will have to do for today. – And a big mental bear-hug to Vajradipa, who took this picture and who died today.

sanghadhara

Dh Subhuti paying tribute to Bhante Urgyen Sangharakshita

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:56

Dh Subhuti paying tribute to Bhante Urgyen Sangharakshita

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:56

Subhuti’s video from an airport on his way back to Adhisthana.

Urgyen Sangharakshita passed away this morning around 10am due to Pneumonia at Hereford Hospital, Hereford, UK at the age of 93. He was the founder and the guide of Triratna Buddhist community. He was one of the most influential Buddhist of our age. Due to his efforts Triratna community has reached to thousands of people through Buddhist centres in over 40 countries. Please join with...

Sadayasihi

Compilation of Sangharakshita's images

From Community Highlights on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:55

Compilation of Sangharakshita's images

From Community Highlights on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:55

Here is a video of Sangharakshita’s images that Clear Vision Trust have compiled to mark Bhante’s death. You may wish to screen this at your local Centre or group or at use at home while chanting mantras.

Add your own memory or reflection about Sangharakshita to the online remembrance page

Contribute to the ‘book of gratitude’

sanghadhara

Sangharakshita's Life and Impact

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:10

Sangharakshita's Life and Impact

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 14:10

A video I made yesterday. I aimed to summaries bhante’s life and his impact in 1 min. I failed, I did 2 mins, and I still failed. No time in space, no word or images can make justice to his life. Unmeasurable is the impact. I’m for ever grateful! I still cannot believe you’re gone.

To download follow this link: https://vimeo.com/298153246

dhammarati

puja at adhisthana last night

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 12:15

puja at adhisthana last night

From Sangharakshita Memorial Space on Wed, 31 Oct, 2018 - 12:15

A puja at Adhisthana last night, remembering Bhante, with someone there from all areas of Triratna internationally. A lovely atmosphere of sadness, appreciation and gratitude.

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