Triratna's first mainland European Order convention

I’ve recently returned from the first convention of Triratna Buddhist Order members in mainland Europe, held in northern Germany from 19th to 25th July. Around 80 women and men gathered at a vegetarian retreat centre by a large lake north of Berlin.

Order members from all over Europe, including the UK and Ireland, have regularly met at “European” Conventions held in Britain. However, the Order in mainland Europe is now large enough to hold its own: there are now over...

Not just pounds... Birthday collection accepts nine currencies

The collection for Bhante’s birthday has reached £64,000 - 64% of the 100,000 needed for the publication of his complete works, for everyone, for ever. The project also includes plans for translations.

But the online donation page accepts nine currencies so if British Pounds aren’t your thing, or the exchange rate is bad, see what other options are available.

We need to raise £1,636 per day for the next 22 days.

Or AUS $3,452 per day
Or US $2,551.
Or...

The Warrior of Light

The Warrior of Light meditates

He sits in a quiet place in his tent and surrenders himself to the divine light. When he does this, he tries not to think about anything: he shuts himself off from the search for pleasure, from the challenges and revelations, and allows his gifts and powers to reveal themselves.

Even if he does not recognise them then, these gifts and powers will take care of his life and will influence his day-to-day existence.

While he meditates, the Warrior is not...