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21st Century Bodhisattva

From Padmaloka Retreat Centre on Mon, 20 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
Akuppa imagines the ancient ideal of the Bodhisattva whisked into the world of modernity. What difference might it make to wholeheartedly dedicate one’s Dharma practice to the benefit of all those beings with whom we share our planet? Can a path of deepening inner bliss and liberation be reconciled with a vivid awareness of the state of the world? This talk was given at Padmaloka during the first Great Gathering of 2017.
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Cambridge Science Festival Talks

From Cambridge Buddhist Centre on Mon, 20 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
'Mind Over Matter': The Buddha taught that 'Minds create Worlds'. Modern Physics tells us that Reality defies common sense. Does the Buddhist vision of the Universe have anything to offer beyond scientific materialism? 'Nature's Law': What is the Universe and what does it mean to be alive in it? Jnanavaca explores a Buddhist Theory of Everything that encompasses the laws of Physics but extends far beyond to the meaning of life itself.
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Buddhist insights into veganism by Ratnaprabha - in French and English

From Community Highlights on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 15:45
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Buddhist insights into veganism by Ratnaprabha - in French and English

From Community Highlights on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 15:45

Vegan Fashion Venture recently interviewed Ratnaprabha (West London Buddhist Centre) about the relationship between Buddhism, meditation and veganism.

Read the full article and watch the interview on the website. The recording is in English with French subtitles. The script is available in English and in French.

Here is a little extract:

“When I think about Buddhism and veganism, it makes me think first of all about just how crucial from a Buddhist point of view it is to practise non-harming of living beings. It...
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Yashomani ordained at Guhyaloka

From College of Public Preceptors on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 09:13
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Yashomani ordained at Guhyaloka

From College of Public Preceptors on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 09:13

We’re pleased to announce that the following public ordination took place on18th March 2017, at Guhyaloka Retreat Centre in Spain:

Ruben Sánchez becomes
Yaśomani, meaning “He who is an Excellent Jewel”
(Westernised spelling Yashomani).
Private Preceptor: Moksananda
Public Preceptor: Moksananda

Ruben Sánchez se convierte en
Yaśomaṇi, “El que es una Joya...
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What Is the Order? - Making Correction After Failure

From Padmaloka Retreat Centre on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
Until we have attained a very high level of commitment, over the course of our Order life we will probably fall away from Going for Refuge. Effective commitment means that we are committed to recommitting ourselves when required. Purna's personal journey within the Order tells the sometimes painful process of learning the necessity of such re-commitment.
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Milarepa

From Padmaloka Retreat Centre on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
A short talk about the figure of Milarepa given at Padmaloka on the 'Cosmic Going for Refuge Tree' retreat in 2016.
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Celebrating Dr Ambedkar

From Padmaloka Retreat Centre on Sun, 19 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
A talk given by Padmavajra and Purna celebrating the 60th anniversary of the mass conversions to Buddhism in India led by Dr Ambedkar.
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Ordination at Guhyaloka | Ordenación en Guhyaloka

From Order Connection on Sat, 18 Mar, 2017 - 21:49

Ordination at Guhyaloka | Ordenación en Guhyaloka

From Order Connection on Sat, 18 Mar, 2017 - 21:49

Dear Order Members,

We’re pleased to announce that the following public ordination took place today, 18th March 2017, at Guhyaloka Retreat Centre in Spain:

Ruben Sánchez becomes
Yaśomani, meaning “He who is an Excellent Jewel”
(Westernised spelling Yashomani).
Private Preceptor: Moksananda
Public Preceptor: Moksananda

Ruben Sánchez se convierte en
Yaśomaṇi, “El que es una Joya Excelente”
(Ortografía occidentalizada Yashomani ).
Preceptor privado: Moksananda
Preceptor Público: Moksananda

Con...
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Parami, Lokeshvara and Saddhaloka In Conversation

From College of Public Preceptors on Sat, 18 Mar, 2017 - 15:08

A new podcast from some members of the Adhisthana Kula as they come to the end of a 10-day meeting of the College. 

A great little summary of some of the more general issues discussed, including those arising from historical controversies in Triratna (formerly the FWBO). We get a little taster of other conversations to come - with news of new media, and of prospective reconciliation possibilities within the wider community.

What emerges is a picture of the College at a...
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Parami, Lokeshvara and Saddhaloka In Conversation

From Adhisthana Kula on Sat, 18 Mar, 2017 - 15:01

A new podcast from some members of the Adhisthana Kula as they come to the end of a 10-day meeting of the College of Public Preceptors - the body responsible for maintaining the integrity and spirit of the Triratna Buddhist Order. 

A great little summary of some of the more general issues discussed, including those arising from historical controversies. We get a little taster of other conversations to come - with news of new media, and of prospective reconciliation possibilities within...

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