Dhammamegha and Mokshini in Conversation - The Sikkha Project
Dhammamegha explains what the Triratna International Council is and does, and tell us a bit about an exciting new project. The ‘Sikkha’ Project is about starting a conversation within Triratna around...
View ArticleBodywork Classes at Glasgow Buddhist Centre
Just a reminder that the following courses are starting soon, so call 0141 333 0524, and book on!YOGA (see website for more details and costs)Yoga for regulars with Ratnadevi, Mondays 5:45 - 7:15pm,...
View ArticleUsing the internet on retreat - what's the problem?
Maitreyi raises the point that it seems that more and more retreatants don’t heed the not not to use their mobile phones on retreat. But what are we in danger of losing when we crave continual...
View ArticleTriratna’s European Chairs meet at Adhisthana
In their second meeting this year, members of Triratna’s European Chairs’ Assembly (ECA) are spending the week at Adhisthana. We are around 45 women and men: leaders of Triratna urban centres, retreat...
View ArticleSafeguarding children and vulnerable adults 2016
Here is the latest set of Triratna’s model documents relating to the protection of children and ‘vulnerable adults’ involved in activities connected with Triratna Buddhist centres, retreat centres and...
View ArticleA rich, full week at the European Chairs' Assembly
Triratna’s European Chairs’ Assembly (ECA) and their guests have been meeting at Adhisthana since last Monday. They have spent the week creatively and very harmoniously, considering a number of matters...
View ArticleSunday Sangha - September at the Glasgow Buddhist Centre
SundaySangha in SeptemberHere’s a digest of what’s happening on Sunday nights as the first gentle notes of autumn begin to sound…4th September 5:30 - 8:30 The Sangha sangha night will become a U Lab...
View ArticleA Vision of Grandfathers (Video)
Devamitra reflects on the 1978 Order Convention and in particular the talks by Sangharakshita given then, especially ‘A Vision of History’.A talk given at the Triratna Buddhist Order Men’s...
View ArticleUpcoming Meditation and Buddhism Courses at the GBC
Upcoming Meditation and Buddhism CoursesAs we launch the Dana Economy this September, we are dropping the course fees for our Meditation and Buddhism classes. So now is a great time to let all your...
View ArticleDana Launch Weekend at the GBC
Dana Launch Weekend: Get InvolvedFriday, 9 SeptWe will be ritually opening the launch weekend by cleaning, really deep cleaning the centre. Bring veggie food to share.Starts at 11 with a dedication,...
View ArticleDr Ambedkar, Sangharakshita and the Buddhist Revolution part 1
Even within Triratna it may be some that not all of us are familiar with Dr Ambedkar - and if are, we may most likely associate him with his role as a statesman and social reformer. But towards the...
View ArticleDr Ambedkar, Sangharakshita and the Buddhist Revolution part 2
Here’s part 2 of a conversation on Dr Ambedkar, Sangharaskhita and the Buddhist Revolution at the European Chairs Assembly Day 7. Windhorse Publications have chosen the celebration of Dr Ambedkar this...
View ArticleThe Jai Bhim Network, Hungary
Subhuti and the workers of the Jai Bhim Network in Hungary tell us about how they are helping the Roma Community through their Dr Ambedkar High SchoolTags: Jai Bhim, Hungary, buddhism, Ambedkar,...
View ArticleMeditation is a Mini Retreat
I have a sly reason for dropping in this fresh thought about seeing meditation as a mini retreat so let me cut to the chase and say more about mini retreats at point 3 below: 1. I would so love as...
View ArticleA Garden in the Wilderness: Triratna Young Buddhist Big Retreat 2016
Triratna Young Buddhists’ Retreat 28-30th October Open to all 18-35 adhisthana.org £70 waged / £50 unwaged, reduced price bursaries availableTags: young buddhists, Triratna Young Buddhists News,...
View ArticleEuropean Chairs’ Assembly talks money and many languages
Moving towards the end of their weeklong meeting at Adhisthana, the European Chairs offered puja books in many European languages in an international puja in which we recited the positive precepts in...
View ArticleA Beginner's Guide to Wills
Satyadasa, in association with the Abhayaratna Trust, presents an introductory workshop on wills, will writing, and the issues that arise for anyone considering passing on their own legacy. If you’ve...
View ArticleA Buddhist View of Current World Problems @ Earth Metta Sangha (Wed. 5 Oct)
Some of Sangharakshita’s introductory words on sustainability, activism and Buddhism can be found articulated in the final chapter of What is the Sangha? (Chapter 20: A Buddhist View of Current World...
View ArticleA Beginner's Guide to Wills
Satyadasa, in association with the Abhayaratna Trust, presents an introductory workshop on wills, will writing, and the issues that arise for anyone considering passing on their own legacy. If you’ve...
View ArticleMen’s Morning, Sat 15th October at Hawkshill
Led by Punyamati On Saturday 15th October 0800 to 1300 We will start at 0800 with meditation, then breakfast, study on a Pali Sutra -a very ancient text very relevant to us now. Cost £20 concession...
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