Theme: “One with Energetic Effort (Viriya) & Right Exertion Advances like a Fire, Burning Fetters Subtle and Gross.”
Bring your own meditation cushion or mat. Please bring your own lunch. Tea & refreshments will be provided to all. For further information visit: www.westendbuddhist.org or call Bhante Saranapala at (905) 274-7421 Read more »
Public info sessions offer you an opportunity to find out more about Vipassana Meditation. Following film screening there is an opportunity to ask questions and talk informally with experienced meditators.
Public sessions about Vipassana Meditation and other events are regularly scheduled to provide interested persons with information about the technique. Read more »
Based on the best-selling book, Turning the Mind into an Ally by Sakyong Mipham, this class is ideal for beginners as well as students who would like to stabilize and deepen their meditation practice. The course will give students a basic grounding in the principles of meditation, as well as introduce contemplative techniques.
NOTE: This event is in Ajax. Read more »
Phone: 705-434-9850
Email: info@torana.dhamma.org
Website: www.torana.dhamma.org/
Address: 6486 Simcoe County Road 56, Egbert, Ontario, L0L 1N0, Canada
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India’s most ancient techniques of meditation, traced back to the time of the Buddha. The Buddha never taught a sectarian religion; he taught Dhamma - the way to liberation - which is universal. In the same tradition, Mr. Goenka’s approach is totally non-sectarian. For this reason, his teaching has a profound appeal to people of all backgrounds, of every religion and no religion, and from every part of the world. Read more »
Tonglen is a meditation practice for developing love and compassion. Using the teachings of Chogyam Trungpa and Pema Chodron, we will learn and practice this gentle, step by step process of opening the heart and developing greater empathy for others. Read more »
This half-day program introduces beginners and those wanting a refresher to the practice of meditation. The program includes meditation instruction with a qualified instructor, short practice sessions, talks and discussion. Read more »
Buddha Purnima occurs on the full moon of the lunar month of Vaisaskh and marks the three dates of Lord Buddha’s birth (approximately 500 B.C.), his enlightenment, and his passing.
An incarnation of Maha Vishnu, Lord Buddha descended to remind humanity of the essence of spirituality: living beyond ritual with compassion, non-violence, and dedication to the non-dual, Absolute truth. Though born as a crown prince, he renounced all material comforts to search out the truth of suffering and how humankind can be liberated from it. After practicing rigorous disciplines, Lord Buddha ultimately adopted the middle path, the path of inner and outer balance, and attained enlightenment while immersed in meditation under the Bodhi tree. Lord Buddha’s dedicated search for the truth is an example for all spiritual seekers; his teachings on non-violence, compassion, and principled living are a living testimony of his endless compassion for humanity. Read more »
Come enjoy a few days in the quietness of the countryside–a rare opportunity to find some true stillness within. Gen Kelsang Thekchen will guide meditations on clarity of the mind, known as “Mahamudra”.
These meditations have great power to help us develop concentration, and to experience a profound inner peace.
The retreat will be held at the beautiful and tranquil Northumberland Heights Retreat Centre, less than an hour away from Toronto. The retreat will start with an introduction on Friday evening and end Monday at lunch. Read more »
Youth Program: Interactive discussion on current topics related to youth. Examples of some topics: The Buddhist view on abortion, euthanasia, drug and alcohol abuse, sexuality, violence, suicide, depression, bullying. Read more »
June 29 Sun Meditation session and Dhamma discussion
By registration only - Register at westendbuddhist@yahoo.ca
Seats 120
Vietnamese Buddhist Cultural Center, 420 Traders Blvd E Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W7
Parking free - Entrance free
4:00 - 4:30 pm Introduction to Meditation: “The Beautiful Breath”-Meditation on Breathing
4.30 - 5.30 pm Guided meditation
5.30 - 5.45 pm Q & A
5.45 - 6.00 pm Break
June 29 Sun 6.00 - 7:00 pm
(Open to the public) Dhamma discussion: Many ways to “The Right View” –
Sammaditthi Sutta
Registration not required
7.00 -7.30 pm Q & A
7.30 - 8.00 pm Meet Ajahn Brahm/Book signing Read more »
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