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From Fear to Freedom

From Birmingham Buddhist Centre on Mon, 4 Nov, 2024 - 00:00
Discover how the Buddha’s teachings can liberate us from anxiety and fear. Often, it is our resistance to reality that keeps us feeling trapped and confused. How can we break free from this all-too-human pattern? Talk given at Adhisthana on the Autumn Birmingham Sangha retreat.
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May the Flames That Transmute Samsara Into Nirvana Arise (FBA Podcast)

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 2 Nov, 2024 - 10:00

Taking the line ‘May the flames that transmute samsara into nirvana’ from the familiar Triratna Dedication ceremony as his starting point, Jnanadhara explores the transformative power of mindfulness. What exactly are those flames? How does mindfulness help us ‘transform, transmute, transfigure’ in the words of Bhante Sangharakshita? Taking a deep dive into the Tantric symbolism of Padmasambhava and drawing on poetry and his love of music and mantra, Jnanadhara presents us with an excellent grounding in how...
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Bhante 6th Death Anniversary Puja

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Thu, 31 Oct, 2024 - 07:45
  • Guru Stupa
  • Dh Chandrashil & Ratnasambhava

Bhante 6th Death Anniversary Puja

From Saddhamma Pradeep Retreat Center on Thu, 31 Oct, 2024 - 07:45

On the occasion of Bhante 6th Death Anniversary Retreat center perform Puja around Guru Stupa.

It was very delightful to have Dh. Chandrashil for function. 

In evening again had Puja around Guru Stupa led by Dhni. Gunmegha with 100 retreatant. 

Feel very glad we had Bhante Stupa in retreat center premises. 
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Death of Gunarashi

From Order Connection on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 17:46

Death of Gunarashi

From Order Connection on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 17:46

Dear Order Members,

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dhammacharini Gunarashi, who left us today, Wednesday 30th October due to a severe heart attack. Gunarashi was 69 years old and lived in Kalyan, Mumbai. She was known for her sociable and friendly nature, always bringing warmth and connection to those around her.


Gunarashi received her ordination on 27th January 2013 in Saddhama Pradip Retreat Centre, Bhaja. Her Private preceptor was Jnanasuri, and her Public...
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Make a difference in Buddhist Publishing!

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 16:07
  • Windhorse Publications books - a dharma treasure
  • Three volumes of Sangharakshita's Complete Works
  • Windhorse Publications social media for our latest book

Would you like to lead Windhorse Publications through the changing world of independent publishing and the growth of Triratna? It is an exciting and varied role for an Order Member interested in communicating the Dharma through books, and with the skills to lead a small, dynamic and creative business.

The job includes elements of leadership, management, fundraising and creative work in communication, as well as commissioning new work and undertaking a wide range of editorial activities. A fuller Job Description...

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Ritual texts in Thai

From thai on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 15:05

Here are three Ritual texts and all together in the final.

Translated by Prapin Holmes with the help of and Subhamati.
The translations has been checked with Mon Kamontip.

Warm thanks to you all!

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บทบูชานมัสการ – แบบสามภาค (The Threefold Puja)201.06 KB
พิธีมอบถวาย (The Dedication Ceremony)103.35 KB
ศีล 3 ข้อ และศีล 5 ข้อ (The Refuges and Precepts)120.88 KB
ตำราพิธีกรรมทางพุทธศาสนาในภาษาไทย (Three Ritual texts in Thai)233.25 KB
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Triratna Video Library releases a new Sangharakshita video

From Community Highlights on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 11:00

Triratna Video Library releases a new Sangharakshita video

From Community Highlights on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 11:00

For the sixth death anniversary of Bhante Sangharakshita we have delved into the Triratna Video Library archives and edited a 14 minute video.

In this previously unseen footage you will find Bhante giving a masterclass in how to launch a book as he launches the third edition of Subhuti’s ‘The Buddhist Vision’. Recorded in Birmingham on FWBO Day in 2001. With a light, even playful, touch, he remembers the Movement’s beginnings in Monmouth Street before turning to a ‘momentous event’ in 1985....
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Kamalashila's Memorial

From Order Connection on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 10:20

Kamalashila's Memorial

From Order Connection on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 10:20

Dear Order members,

Thank you so much for all your cards and messages. It helps.

It is very clear that Kamalashila had a big and beneficial impact on lots of people’s lives and practice and will continue to do so. He leaves a big gap in the fabric of our world.

Here is some information about the memorial service for Kamalashila. He was cremated on 17th October at Lambeth Crematorium in Tooting. His...
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Review: Approaching Enlightenment: A Guidebook for Buddhist Ritual by Bodhidasa (2024)

From Windhorse Publications on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 10:08

Review: Approaching Enlightenment: A Guidebook for Buddhist Ritual by Bodhidasa (2024)

From Windhorse Publications on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 10:08

It is such a joy to pick up this book, see the stunning painting of Avalokitesvara on its front cover, be reminded of its artist, Aloka, who painted it in 1974/1975, and remember all the art work he has produced both at Padmaloka and the Norwich Buddhist Centre. 

It is a beautiful meeting of minds. Aloka and Bodhidasa. Bodhidasa, after studying English literature, history and performance studies at the University of Sydney, teaches, leads retreats, and facilitates courses at the Sydney Buddhist...
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Great Buddhist Teachers - Kukai

From Sheffield Buddhist Centre on Wed, 30 Oct, 2024 - 00:00
As part of our exploration of great Buddhist teachers of the past, Vadanya will this week be talking about Kukai, the founder of the Japanese Tantric school Shingon – ‘True Word’, meaning mantra. Kukai’s approach combined an emphasis on meditation with a deep appreciation of the world around us – and a commitment to action within it. This path is likely to chime strongly with many practitioners in the West.
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