Rejoicing In Merit
This is a talk in our Transforming Self And World series, in which we are looking at the sevenfold puja. Vijayasri explores the Rejoicing in Merit section of the Puja by considering examples, from...
View ArticleWriting a Will Part 4: DIY Wills vs. Using a Solicitor
The cost of making a will can be off-putting. Writing your own will may be an appealing option; however it is generally advised against, as any mistakes can cause confusion and be costly down the...
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NNBY Fundraising
From Jo Cross:I am currently fundraising for the NNBY which is a youth organisation set up and run by young Indian Buddhists. The recent trip to India was in conjunction with this charity and myself...
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Power of Community - Ecodharma
Alex Swain from Ecodharma writes about an exciting new year-long program at the centre in Spain:The program will run from April 2017 to March 2018 for four volunteers who will each take on a key area...
View ArticleInstant in a mug with cow's
It has been a busy summer at Akashavana, with a great bunch of women camping at the community to do lots of work with us. A few of them have promised to write something for this blog, and this is the...
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Sunday Program - The Path Forward
This Sunday, November 6, we will continue with our topic of recent weeks - how to work with our mind to move toward greater positivity and equanimity. This week and next, Dh. Candradasa, will lead us...
View ArticleFinding Out Who We Really Are
As part of our series of talks for Sangha Night on the Four Dimensions of Awareness, Ratnadharini gives a candid talk on Awareness of Self.Listen and download:...
View Articlesummer in the mountains
“What a beautiful, peaceful valley alternately scoured and cooked by weather patterns that clearly haven’t heard of ‘the middle way’. My ten days there went from hot-water bottle, lumber jacket and...
View ArticleAnnihilation of Caste
Dr B. R. Ambedkar (1891-1956) was one of the most extraordinary figures in the history of India. He was born in poor circumstances as an Untouchable – high castes regarded physical contact with...
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Beginners Course - Buddhism, Meditation & Peace in our Communities
Thursday evenings, 7-9PM, December 1 - 22.This four-week course, led by Dh. Suddhayu, offers an opportunity for those new - and not so new - to Buddhist meditation to explore how these practices can...
View Articlesome more reflections on Buddhism and its place in the current world
If you enjoyed the talk by David Loy ‘A Crisis for Buddhism?’ you might well appreciate this short article where he continues on some of the themes: Buddhism must awaken to the ecological crisis Here’s...
View ArticleFaith
Subhadramati explores what Buddhism means by faith, pointing us to what exactly we need to have faith in if we are to deepen into life. Talk given on the Urban Retreat 2016.Listen and download:...
View ArticleWhy Ordination?
Jnanavaca explores this ancient rite of passage. Dharmanight at the LBC; Monday 24th October.Listen and download: http://www.freebuddhistaudio.com/audio/details?num=LOC2879
View ArticleWisdom
This is the culmination of Buddhist practice – but what is it and why is it so vitally needed in our lives and in the world? Subhadramati concludes.Listen and download:...
View ArticleConcentration
Concentration is not simply a focused awareness but a force that helps our lives flow, a mind that is flexible and strong and a way of life that is rich and dynamic. Singhamanas helps unpack this...
View ArticleMindfulness
Mindfulness is everywhere, but how do we actually practice it in a way that brings a larger perspective and a bigger vision. Shraddhasiddhi investigates.Listen and download:...
View ArticleEnergy
Vidyadaka looks at energy and brings to light the vital importance it has in shaping our minds.Listen and download: http://www.freebuddhistaudio.com/audio/details?num=LOC2875
View ArticleSangha Day, Saturday 11/12 10 am - 4 pm
On Saturday, November 12th the Aryaloka and Portsmouth Buddhist Center sanghas will celebrate Sangha Day. Everyone is welcome to join this festive celebration of the local, international, historical,...
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Meditation Flash Mob on Election Day
Join us outside Portsmouth Middle School November 8, for a global, synchronized meditation for peace and mutual respect on election day – 6-7PM. Organized by Elevate the Vote. Bring warm clothes,...
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Ânadi - Without Origin / Sin Origen
Bringing to Life the Tibetan Book of the DeadWe’re delighted to launch a brand new original eBook by Binisa Colmenero Lira and David Prats Mira, and a dedicated space celebrating its beauty. Binisa and...
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