The Vajra Bell is an online publication featuring articles on the teachings and practices of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Community. In each issue you will find insightful articles on Buddhist topics, updates from many of our Triratna Buddhist Centers in North America, reviews of Buddhist books and other media, poetry and artwork created by Sangha members.
So, what does Vajra Bell mean? Vajra means thunderbolt or diamond, that which cuts through all obstacles to Enlightenment. The vajra is the symbol of a union of opposites, the ultimate expression of wisdom and compassion. A vajra bell rings out far and wide the melody of transcendental reality. As a magazine, the Vajra Bell is a rich and rewarding read that brings our Sangha together in common spiritual practice.
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The Vajra Bell Fall/Winter 2020 issue is available now!
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The focus of this issue is: 'Climate Crisis: It’s really happening'
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The Vajra Bell Fall 2019 issue is here! You can view the issue online here or by clicking image to the left. You can also download the issue as a pdf at this link.
In this issue of the Vajra Bell:
• ‘Cultivating the Riches of Less’
• ‘Unearthing the Buddha’ at Aryaloka
• Buddha Mandala to Protect & Celebrate Dharmadhara
• Drop the Story: Turn attention away from resisting pain
• Acting as if: Training to be of benefit to others
The Fall 2018 issue of the Vajra Bell magazine is here!
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The Fall/Winter 2017-18 issue of the Vajra Bell magazine is here! Click this link to view online
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The Autumn 2016 issue of the Vajra Bell newsletter has been released! You can download a PDF here or view it online by clicking this link.
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In this issue of the Vajra Bell Newsletter:
"Lovingkindness Squared: Cultivating Self-Compassion" by Dh. Bodhipaksa
“Metta: A Gateway to Self-Compassion and Insight” by Dh. Vimalasara
"The Practice of Self-Compassion" by Dh. Varada
"A Life Lesson from Behind Prison Walls" by Susan DePietro
"Compassionate Presence" Retreat Review by Mike Mappes
Updates from the Spiritual Vitality Council and Board of Directors of Aryaloka Buddhist Center
Sangha Notes from Boston, Nagaloka, San Francisco, Montana, and NYC
Poems of Autumn: Poetry from Sangharakshita, Ryokan, Ikkyu, and Basho
Upcoming Retreats, Workshops, and Series at Aryaloka
Art from a Year of Silence: New work from Dh. Kiranada
Buddhaworks: What’s new in the Aryaloka Bookstore?
A Thank You for Food Pantry Contributions
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In this issue of the Vajra Bell Newsletter:
Meeting Bhante: Connecting with Our Teacher and Founder Sangharakshita
“Seeking Beauty: A Gateway to Freedom” – by Narottama
"Reflections on the Ninth Precept" – by Tom Gaillard
"Purification of a Stupa – Visit and Dedication with Dhardo Tulku Rinpoche" – by Barry Timmerman
Updates from the new Spiritual Vitality Council and Board of Directors of Aryaloka Buddhist Center
Sangha Notes from Aryaloka, Nagaloka, San Francisco, Montana, NYC and Concord
Poetry Corner: Poetry from Sangharakshita and Candradasa
Join the Upcoming Delegation to India
The Opening of the Sangharakshita Library
Reviews of Nordic Nirvana & Outlying Sangha Retreats
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