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The Art of Meditation: Loving Kindness

By viriyalila on Thu, 21 Aug, 2014 - 21:55

The Art of Meditation: Loving Kindness

By viriyalila on Thu, 21 Aug, 2014 - 21:55Meditation is really very simple, and it can prove a greatly helpful tool in anyone’s life if they choose to make it a part of what they do. Our next Introductory workshop is on Sunday, September 7, 12-3 pm with Khemavassika. On this workshop participants will learn the ‘Development of Loving Kindness’ (Metta Bhavana) meditation. This is a traditional Buddhist meditation aimed at opening up to greater kindness, love, empathy and compassion. You do not need to be a Buddhist...

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Dharmabyte: Fill Your Heart With Love

By Rijupatha on Thu, 21 Aug, 2014 - 18:53

In today’s FBA Dharmabyte, “Fill your Heart with Love,” Vanaraji shares a personal story of learning that if you fill your heart with love, there’s no room for anything else. The full talk, “The Metta Sutta” was given at the Women’s Night Class at the LBC on July 12th 2012 and includes a lovely reading of the sutra.

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Norwich Buddhist Centre

Vajraguptā on the body

By Maitrisingha on Wed, 20 Aug, 2014 - 17:45

Vajraguptā on the body

By Maitrisingha on Wed, 20 Aug, 2014 - 17:45We are pleased to present the first of a series of short videos of Order Members talking on the Dharma. The first comes from Vajraguptā’s hut! Here Varjagupta tells us about the the importance of the body both in and out of meditation.

It’s recorded in HD (high definition), so watch it on YouTube and choose the HD option if you have a good connection to get a better picture (click the cog symbol underneath the video...

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Dharmabyte: Breath is Essential to Life

By Rijupatha on Fri, 15 Aug, 2014 - 20:35

Today’s FBA Dharmabyte, “Breath is Essential to Life” is an excerpt from the talk titled “Anatomy of the Breath”. This talk provides a really good working context to help your meditation practice. Best to lie down comfortably as you listen to Padmadharshini’s description of the anatomical and physiological processes involved in breathing. She’s a yoga teacher as well as a meditation teacher and she draws on both those sets of...

Portsmouth Buddhist Center

Going Deeper in Meditation: Overcoming Hindrances

By viriyalila on Wed, 6 Aug, 2014 - 16:01

Going Deeper in Meditation: Overcoming Hindrances

By viriyalila on Wed, 6 Aug, 2014 - 16:01Through meditation and discussion we will look at the conditions that get in the way of concentration and happiness. We will work with practical methods to recognize and move beyond distractions to a more satisfying experience of integration. Participants should have at least three months meditation experience to attend.

Sunday August 10, 10 - 1 pm
Led by Suddhayu, offered by donation

Oxford Buddhist Centre - Buddhism and Meditation in Oxford

Oxford Buddhist Group August 5th Classes

By Padmakumara on Sat, 2 Aug, 2014 - 19:23

Oxford Buddhist Group August 5th Classes

By Padmakumara on Sat, 2 Aug, 2014 - 19:23We’ve a change to the usual schedule from this week and are excited to announce an introductory course on Meditation and Buddhism. Here are the details for the evening.

Drop-in Meditation 6.00-7.00pm
Taste of Freedom Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism Course (7.00-9.15pm for six weeks, until 9th Sept.) - an ideal way to begin exploring such well-tested ancient principles and practices. It’s fine to just turn up on the first night and give it a try for a week...

Oxford Buddhist Centre - Buddhism and Meditation in Oxford

22nd July Details

By Padmakumara on Thu, 17 Jul, 2014 - 12:05

22nd July Details

By Padmakumara on Thu, 17 Jul, 2014 - 12:05After the Dharma Festival and Ben’s Mitra Ceremony we resume ‘normal’ activities this coming week.

Drop-in Meditation 6.30-7.30pm (suggested donation £2-£5).
Sangha Night 7.30-9.15pm
Beauty and the Dharma Life - Padmakumara will explore what has been referred to as a hidden teaching in Buddhism: Beauty. How does living Buddhist teachings help us perceive more Beauty? What is it about the experience of Beauty that makes it so valuable? Join us for this, meditation, and much more (suggested donation £4-£10).
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Portsmouth Buddhist Center

For the Curious... Beginners' Buddhism Night

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 19:44

For the Curious... Beginners' Buddhism Night

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 19:44On Thursday July 10th we’ll be launching our Thursday Beginners’ Evening, 7-8:30 pm All are welcome. Feel free to drop in to learn the basics of meditation and Buddhist teaching. There will be tea! Hosted by Narottama, $10-5 suggested donation.

Portsmouth Buddhist Center

The Art of Meditation: Mindfulness

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 19:24

The Art of Meditation: Mindfulness

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 19:24Meditation is really very simple, and it can prove a greatly helpful tool in anyone’s life if they choose to make it a part of what they do. Our next Introductory workshop is on Saturday, July 19th, 10-1 pm with Narottama. At this workshop participants will learn the ‘Mindfulness with Breathing’ meditation. This is a traditional Buddhist meditation aimed at calming the mind improving one’s ability to focus, choose wisely, and be creative in their conditions. You do not need...

Portsmouth Buddhist Center

Dharma Day Celebration

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 17:03

Dharma Day Celebration

By viriyalila on Wed, 25 Jun, 2014 - 17:03On July 13th, we’ll be celebrating Dharma Day, marking the Buddha’s first teaching, 10 am - 1pm.

Soon after his Enlightenment the Buddha rose from where he had been sitting, went to find his former disciples and shared his experience with them. This event, which happened at a place called Sarnath in northern India, might be called the start of the Buddhist religion and it is this that Dharma Day celebrates. On Dharma Day there are often readings from...

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