To download the Term 3, 2017 Programme, select the link below. Everyone is welcome to come and try our courses and meditation sessions. If you are interested in Buddhism, we recommend that you start with both ‘The Basis of a Buddhist Life’ and the ‘Learn to Meditate’ courses. These will give you a firm foundation. [...]
How to Meditate. Monday nights! Seeking guidance on mindfulness and meditation? On Monday night at 7.00pm you will receive half an hour of meditation teaching followed by the opportunity to practise what you have learned. (Experienced meditators are welcome to arrive at 7.30pm to practise.) Monday 7.00pm – 8.30pm • 31 July – 18 September (Not [...]
Tuesday 7.00pm – 8.00pm • 1 August – 19 September (Not 29 August) A practical outline of the entire Buddhist journey emphasising the path of the Bodhisattva, based on love and compassion. Texts: Ringu Tulku “Path to Buddhahood. Teachings on Gampopa’s Jewel Ornament of Liberation” and “The Jewel Ornament of Liberation” by Gampopa.
Wednesday 7.00pm – 8.00pm • 2 August – 20 September (Not 30 August) The unique path of Tibetan Buddhism, often described as the fastest and most powerful road to enlightenment. Text: Patrul Rinpoche “The Words of My Perfect Teacher”.
Mon 7.30 – 8.30 pm 31 July – 18 September (Not 28 August) Meditation Practice (2 half hour sessions – stay for one or both.) Sunday 9.30 – 10.30 am – all year Everyone welcome to a peaceful hour of silence to do your own meditation practice. Not a course – but basic guidance is available [...]
Sunday Morning 11:00am start These group practice sessions are for those who have received teachings on the practice from His Eminence Ayang Rinpoche. Full Phowa practice takes 2 hours; other practices may be shorter depending on the preferences of those who attend. Sun 16 July Vajrasattva Sun 23 July Drikung Phowa Sun 30 July 10-Levels [...]
Fri 7.30pm – 9.00pm • 4 August – 22 September (Not 25 August) A group for those with a serious interest in and experience of Tibetan Buddhist practice, studying The 100,000 Songs of Milarepa, trans Garma C.C. Chang.
ENTERING VAJRAYANA PRACTICE • Learn two of the core Vajrayana Buddhist practices held at the Centre. Open to everyone with some commitment to Buddhism and an interest in the Vajrayana path. Buddha Amitabha Practice: The Short Buddha Amitabha sadhana, which introduces us to the natural beauty and perfection of the world and its inhabitants. Saturday [...]
Dear friends, Registration is now open for the 100 Deities Empowerment! If you follow this link and scroll down to the end of the information on the empowerment, you will see a link for “sign up”. Follow this and you can register. There is no charge. http://amitabhafoundation.hk/ Groups of up to 5 can [...]
Dear friends, We are delighted to announce the release of our new outreach program to bring the benefits of meditation to workplaces, community organisations, hospitals, schools etc. Have a look at our new website http://corporatemeditationsydney.org.au/ If you have benefited from the courses we offer, please help us spread these beyond our “home” at Amitabha Foundation so that [...]
Just received some photos from Truelha from Nepal. Rinpoche and monks and staff of AF Nepal distributing free army tents to the far flung villages who have been affected by the earthquake. The displaced villagers are from Situpalchowk who are now temporarily staying in Boudha, Kapan and Gorkhana areas. Please click this link for Photos
Dear Friends, There was a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Nepal today, which was centered about 50 miles northeast of Kathmandu. In addition to the massive destruction and loss of life in the city of Kathmandu, the earthquake caused damage to the Amitabha Retreat Center (Opak Kyilkhor Chöling). True Lhamo wrote this morning: The monks were [...]