An introduction to ritual including a guided reflection to connect to our personal experience of vision
and an explanation of the path of transformation enacted through Puja
Filmed during the ten-day winter retreat at Adhisthana, Herefordshire, UK. Featuring ‘The Dawn Chorus’ by Derek Mahon. With thanks to Poppie Skold, the London Buddhist Centre and to all those who appear in the film.
Last year Avikara in Wellington, New Zealand was diagnosed with systemic mastocyosis, a cancer of the blood. The treatment didn’t work and his health has slowly deteriorated; he has gone from walking with a stick, to using a walking frame, and more recently to being in bed at home. Now he is in bed at the hospice.
Over the last week and especially over the last few days, he has become much weaker and very sick....
On the occasion of their 40th Order anniversary, Padmavajra and Ratnaguna share their reflections on life, practice, progress and enlightenment. They conclude by launching Ratnaguna's new book; 'Great Faith, Great Wisdom'.
Saturday the 28th & Sunday the 29th May After five years of planning and two years of building work, the new retreat centre is finally opening with a weekend of special events. Both days feature tours of the building and a ritual dedication of the centre. The Public Opening on the 28th will include introductions to meditation and a talk by the architects, while the Sangha Opening on the 29th will focus around an opening ritual led by Subhuti. ...
Buddhafield Total Immersion 2016: Where Love Meets Wisdom
Led by Kamalashila and Vajrapriya with yoga from Jinavamsa.
There are still places on this retreat for experienced meditators. A jewel of Buddhafield, this is a glorious opportunity to immerse in deep meditation, embraced in the beauty of nature, for two weeks or a month. Payment by donation/generosity. Gorgeous organic meals. Hot tubs under the stars. Led by Kamalashila and Vajrapriya with yoga from Jinavamsa.
20/21st May to 3rd June, or 17th June (20th May is an optional...
