Original sin vs the Buddhist view of original goodness. Buddha nature is the fundamental and awakened nature of all beings. It is because of this fact, that we human beings have the inherent capacity to realize enlightenment, and thus transcend dukkha. This talk will look into the Buddha’s teaching on Buddha nature from the Mahayana…
Transform Suffering into Wisdom Have you ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by emotions & controlling habitual patterns? Friday, June 12, 2015 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. College of East Asian Studies, Wesleyan University 343 Washington Terrace, Middletown, Connecticut $50 contribution in cash or check accepted at the door or pre-register using the form below. (no…
This talk will explore how using a variety of skillful means to treat our mental and physical ailments, coupled with our dharma practice, may be the best approach in certain situations. We will review an article entitled “My Practice Without Meds” by Kiera Van Gelder which published in Buddhadharma magazine and will reflect on the…
This is the second of a 2 talk series. Explore the practice of contemplative photography and how looking mindfully though a camera (or cellphone!) lens can help us to practice mindfulness and gratitude while also teaching us about craving and impermanence. On April 19th, during the first talk, Fellowship members and friends were encouraged to…
This weekend, there will not be a Sunday morning practice at 10 a.m. on May 24, 2015. See you on May 31th for practice. The discussion topic will be Seeing Through the Eyes of the Buddha. It will include Q & A.
This talk will explore the true purpose of Buddhism and the practicality of mindfulness practice (satI) for the average lay person. Mindfulness is technique original to Buddhism that has, in recent times, become secularized like the Hindu practice of yoga. Instead of being a way to connect with the godhead, yoga has been reduced to…
This regular and popular monthly practice is an ancient form of deep listening; Dhammanusati is proven practice to develop an authentic spiritual connection and transformation. The central practices of Buddhism are meditation and Buddha-recitation (Nembutsu). Of the meditation practices, one of the most important practices is called Dhammanusati, the Contemplation of the Dharma. The practice…
Devotion is a central part of the practice of most traditional Buddhists. Devotion includes rituals such as offering flowers and incense, bowing, chanting, and taking a pilgrimage to holy sites. Although there may be different objects of veneration among the various denominations, all of them focus devotion to the Three Jewels: the Buddha, the Dharma,…
Faith, Vows, and Practice are known as the tripod of Buddhist practice. These basic tenets support our journey along the path in order to successfully realize our inner potential to deeply love and understand. In brief, Faith is conviction, Vows are the aspirations, and Practice is method. This talk will explore these tenets and how…
This is the first of a 2 talk series. Explore the practice of contemplative photography and how looking mindfully though a camera (or cellphone!) lens can help us to practice mindfulness and gratitude while also teaching us about craving and impermanence. Fellowship members and friends will be encouraged to try seeing in this way and…