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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-32/
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-30/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T130000
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CREATED:20250403T032420Z
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SUMMARY:Retraite de Shiné
DESCRIPTION:Retraite de Shiné – Institut Vajra YoginiAfin d’arriver à l’obtention de réalisations élevées comme celle du renoncement\, de l’esprit d’éveil et surtout de la perception directe et intuitive du mode d’existence véritable de notre monde\, il est essentiel de pratiquer la perfection de la concentration et de réaliser le calme mental (tib. shiné).\nRetraite de Shiné 9 jours\nLa retraite de calme mental avec Guéshé Lodèn\nmardi 6 Mai – 9H30\nmercredi 14 Mai 2025 – 13H\nParticipation libre à partir de 0 €Plus hébergement et repas\nParticipation sur place
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/retraite-de-shine/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Institut Vajra Yogini (IVY)":MAILTO:reception@institutvajrayogini.fr
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T084223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T084223Z
UID:10000637-1746532800-1746534600@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Kshitigarbha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Practice to overcome financial obstacles\, on Zoom and in-person.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/kshitigarbha-practice-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T084718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T103744Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-32/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T180000
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CREATED:20250325T074045Z
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SUMMARY:The 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 Characteristics - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:The 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 CharacteristicsThe 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 Characteristics\nThis in-depth intermediate level course will deepen your understanding of the Four Noble Truths and their 16 characteristics. The Four Noble Truths are the foundational teachings of Buddhism\, offering profound insight into the nature of suffering\, its causes and the path to liberation.\nCourse Details\nAbout This Course\nThe course will offer a comprehensive exploration of these core teachings\, guiding you through their profound implications for both personal transformation and spiritual practice. Learning the Four Noble Truths can offer a range of profound benefits that can transform your approach to life and spiritual practice\, such as:\nClarity on the nature of suffering: By gaining insight into why suffering arises\, you can begin to release attachment to things that are impermanent and avoid unnecessary suffering in your life.\nPath to liberation: Learning this path helps you cultivate ethical conduct\, mental discipline\, and wisdom\, fostering a life of greater peace and fulfillment.\nDeepened compassion & wisdom: By understanding the interconnectedness of all beings and the causes of suffering\, you naturally develop greater compassion and empathy. The teachings also lead to wisdom by showing you how to see things as they truly are\, beyond the surface-level appearance of phenomena..\nTransformation of perspective: Instead of viewing difficulties as obstacles\, you begin to see them as opportunities for spiritual growth and a means of developing resilience and inner strength.\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/the-4-noble-truths-their-16-characteristics-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
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SUMMARY:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreThis regular drop-in session allows students to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\, followed by a discussion group for anyone interested in the Buddhist worldview and way of life.\nThis drop-in group it meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Buddhist practice\, and it offers an opportunity to build a meaningful community with people who care about practice and mindfulness. People of all experience levels are welcome.\nDrop-in Meditation + Discussion Group\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by peers\nDonations are welcome\nSchedule\n18:30-19:00 Meditation Session\n19:00-20:00 Discussion Group\nMeditation Session: What can I expect?\nRegular drop-in meditation sessions.\nA short guided meditation session facilitated by various students of Jamyang Buddhist Centre London\, to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\nDiscussion Group: What can I expect?\nLight-hearted conversation on various topics of Buddhist philosophy\, Buddhist psychology and Buddhist practice over some light refreshments.\nThe meditation is followed by a group-directed discussion of Buddhism with no agenda\, objectives or themes to discuss the Buddhist teachings and to share ideas and reflections in a fun\, informal and friendly setting.\nAll are welcome\, whether experienced students or completely new to Buddhism.\nHow do I join?\nBook on Eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event. Alternatively\, you can just drop in.\nPlease arrive at 18:20 for a 18:30 start.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities at the centre. The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-may-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-5/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreJoin us as we embark upon a 3-month exploration of this famous text. Guided by Geshe Tenzin Namdak\, we will delve into Arya Nagarjuna’s poetic instructions that convey the entire Mahayana path with unusual clarity and memorable imagery.\nAbout the Author\nArya Nagarjuna (2nd-3rd century) is widely regarded as the second Buddha and the trailblazer of the Madhyamika school of Buddhist philosophy. His coming was prophesied by Shakyamuni himself as the teacher who would appear when the karma of beings was ripe\, to expound and clarify the Buddha’s profound teaching on emptiness.\nAbout the Text\nLetter to a Friend is a poem composed by Nagarjuna as a letter of advice to his friend\, King Gautamiputra\, who presided over the powerful kingdom of Satvahana. The Letter is a concise and comprehensive introduction to the entire path and practice of Buddhism. Widely studied by both lay and monastic\, the instructions therein are of special interest to those who wish to take up spiritual activity while continuing to live and work in society; they are meant to convey the whole meaning of the Dharma to the ordinary person in a language and style that are easy to understand. Despite its short length (123 verses)\, it covers the whole Mahayana path with unusual clarity and memorable imagery; thus it is widely quoted by Tibet’s great masters and scholars in the many commentaries they have written on the Buddhist path.\nAbout the Teacher\nAfter completing his university studies in Hydrology\, Geshe Namdak worked as an environmental researcher in the Netherlands. He began studying Buddhism at Maitreya Institute and was eventually ordained by His Holiness the Dalai Lama before completing the 20-year Geshe degree at Sera Jey monastic university in India\, as well as the traditional one-year Vajrayana study program at Gyume Tantric College. He is now Resident Teacher of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre.\nSchedule\nStarting on 6th May and running until the 22nd July\, 2025\nTuesday evenings | 18:30 – 20:00\nHow to join\nRegistration for the short course on Nagarjuna’s Letter to a Friend hasn’t opened yet but if you let us know your name and email address we’ll contact you when it does. Click here to register your interest
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-may-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-6/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T203000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Tantra
DESCRIPTION:An advanced approach to enlightenment\nTantra in our tradition refers to a unique higher-level system of spiritual practice that can streamline one’s path to enlightenment. Incorporating rituals\, meditation\, mantra recitation\, and visualization\, we can transform ordinary activities\, emotions\, and challenges into opportunities for swift spiritual growth. Tantra trains practitioners to view all phenomena as inherently pure and sacred. This perspective breaks down dualistic thinking and fosters a profound sense of interconnectedness and reverence for life. Due to its emphasis on the union of wisdom and compassion it is considered an accelerated path to enlightenment. \nIn this 3-class course you will learn: \nwhat tantra is\nhow it works\nwhy it is a powerful form of practice\nabout the four classes of tantra\nto practice simple Kriya tantric methods\nto integrate tantra with Lamrim meditation for optimal results.\nYour teacher\nVenerable Amy Miller is a beloved spiritual teacher\, practitioner and Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition. She has dedicated her life to sharing the profound teachings of Buddhism with the world. With her gentle presence\, insightful wisdom and compassionate heart\, she has touched the lives of many around the world\, inspiring them to find inner peace and help transform their minds.  \nMore information about Ven. Amy Miller\, click here.  \nPractical information\nDates and times: Wednesday evenings May 7\, 14 and 21: 19.00 – 21.00 hrs. CEST\nLocation: both at our center in Amsterdam and via Zoom.\nLanguage: English\nStudy materials & recordings: The classes will be recorded (audio and video) and provided to you as well as the study materials\nRegistration: You can register for the whole course (3 classes)\nLast-minute registration: Please also send an email to amsterdam@maitreya.nl\, to ensure we can send you the necessary Zoomlink and materials in time to join the class.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/introduction-to-tantra-2/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
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SUMMARY:Lojong Mind Training
DESCRIPTION:Lojong Mind TrainingHow its application can help us prepare for death and difficult times with confidence and compassion\n“Happiness should be brought under control\, and suffering ended. If you are lonely\, it will be the companion of sorrow. If you are sick\, it will nurse you.” – saying of the Kadam Lamas.  \nLojong or ‘mind training’ is an essential part of Buddhist training that teaches us how to transform problems into opportunities for deep spiritual growth. Ven. Amy will explore how lojong practices can help us lessen fear\, regret and confusion in times of adversity; so this program will not only help us prepare for the major transition of death\, but will also show us how we can develop a more peaceful and meaningful life.  \n“In our heart we do not think death will happen to us. Living in denial we spend our lives in distraction filling each available moment with constant busyness.”- Geshe Jampa Tegchok \nThis 4-session course will incorporate a variety of lojong texts such as the profound yet brief\, Turning Suffering and Happiness into Enlightenment\, by Jikme Tenpe Nyime\, the Third Drodupchen Rinpoche and The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation by Kadampa Geshe Langri Thangpa.  \nAdditionally\, lojong practice helps us: \nCultivate mental resilience\nDevelop compassion\nShift focus from external blame to self-reflection and accountability\nReduce anxiety\, increase inner peace\, and develop healthier behavior overall.\nVen. Amy will also be guiding a full weekend on Lojong\, which will be more focused on meditation\, at our retreat center in Loenen.  \nYour teacher\nVenerable Amy Miller is a beloved spiritual teacher\, practitioner and Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition. She has dedicated her life to sharing the profound teachings of Buddhism with the world. With her gentle presence\, insightful wisdom and compassionate heart\, she has touched the lives of many around the world\, inspiring them to find inner peace and help transform their minds.  \nMore information about Ven. Amy Miller\, click here.  \nPractical information\nDates and times: Tuesday evenings April 29\, May 6\,13 and 20\, 19.00 – 21.00 hrs. CEST\nLocation: both at our center in Amsterdam and via Zoom.\nLanguage: English\nStudy materials & recordings: The classes will be recorded (audio and video) and provided to you as well as the study materials\nRegistration: You can register for the whole course (4 classes)\nLast-minute registration: Please also send an email to amsterdam@maitreya.nl\, to ensure we can send you the necessary Zoomlink in time to join the class.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lojong-mind-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T083000
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-33/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T100000
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-31/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-33/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
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SUMMARY:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreAbout this series\nWednesday evenings at Jamyang are dedicated to courses in advanced philosophy. Join our Resident Teacher\, Geshe Tenzin Namdak\, as he helps us investigate the finer points of the philosophy of emptiness and the Buddhist understanding of the nature of reality from various perspectives\, and through the works of the great Buddhist scholars of the past.\nAbout this course\nOver two years\, we’ll embark on a profound voyage through a text of incomparable stature within the Buddhist cannon: Entering the Middle Way\, by the revered master\, Chandrakirti. We are often reminded by Geshe Namdak that His Holiness the Dalai Lama reads Chandrakirti every day\, a clear testament to the indispensability of his work for all Buddhist practitioners training in the Nalanda tradition.\nIn Entering the Middle Way\, Chandrakirti interprets and upholds Nagarjuna’s philosophical position as put forward in his root text on wisdom\, while drawing upon the structure of the Ten Grounds Sutra to supplement this analysis of the nature of reality with an exposition of the bodhisattva grounds\, or the stages of realisation a practitioner must traverse on the way to enlightenment. Chandrakirti\, therefore\, ‘enters’ Nagarjuna’s text by way of the profound view\, as well as the vast activities of the bodhisattva. The comprehensive treatment of both method and wisdom\, as well as Chandrakirti’s formidable scholarship\, are just a couple of the reasons why Entering the Middle Way has endured as one of the most prized treasures of the Nalanda tradition.\nGeshe Namdak will open the door to this text and reveal its many riches to us over the span of two years. It goes without saying that this is a very special and rare opportunity\, which we are delighted to share with you. Please join us on what we anticipate will be an incredibly meaningful journey.\nAbout Geshe Tenzin Namdak\nAfter completing his university studies in Hydrology\, Geshe Namdak worked as an environmental researcher in the Netherlands. He began studying Buddhism at Maitreya Institute and was eventually ordained by His Holiness the Dalai Lama before completing the 20-year Geshe degree at Sera Jey monastic university in India\, as well as the traditional one-year Vajrayana study program at Gyume Tantric College. He is now Resident Teacher of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre.\nSchedule\nWednesdays | 18:30 – 20:00\nHow to join\nSign up for the full course below\, or for an individual class. If you would like to set up a monthly subscription to donate towards the course\, please do so here: https://jamyang.co.uk/product/chandrakirti
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-may-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-7/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250403T032653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T101550Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Puja
DESCRIPTION:Guru Puja is a profound and inspiring practice for developing faith and devotion to our spiritual masters and the Three Jewels. With the guru merit field as the object\, one engages in an extensive practice of the seven-branched worship –paying homage\, making offerings\, confessing faults and so on-with the wish to attain the highest of aspirations.\nThis event is on-site only. Registration is not required. \nWe schedule prayer sessions throughout the year\, offering a continuous opportunity for anyone\, including visitors\, to take part in practices that focus on bringing the precious benefit of accumulating heaps of merit and eliminating negativities. All our sessions are conducted in English\, with some chanting in Tibetan.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guru-puja-6/
CATEGORIES:Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC)":MAILTO:centre@fpmtabc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T082729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-express-meditation-30/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T085216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T085216Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-34/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T041247Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-32/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T084223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T084223Z
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SUMMARY:Kshitigarbha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Practice to overcome financial obstacles\, on Zoom and in-person.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/kshitigarbha-practice-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185342
CREATED:20250406T084728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T103744Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-34/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre« All Events\nMedicine Buddha Puja\nMay 8 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm\nAbout Medicine Buddha Puja\nIn Person Only\nPujas are rituals in which consecrated offerings – such as food\, water\, light and incense – are made to an enlightened being for the sake of creating conditions for progress on the spiritual path\, as well as removing obstacles. These offerings are made alongside prayer and chanting.\nThe seven Medicine Buddhas\, attainers of bliss\, strongly prayed for the temporal and ultimate happiness of yourself and all sentient beings. They vowed that their prayers would be actualized during these degenerate times when the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha are in decline. As the buddhas’ holy speech is irrevocable\, you can wholly trust in their power to quickly grant blessings to help all sentient beings in these degenerate times\,” Lama Zopa Rinpoche instructs “If you pray to Guru Medicine Buddha\, you will quickly accomplish all that you wish. Just hearing the holy name of Guru Medicine Buddha and the sound of his mantra closes the door to rebirth in the suffering lower realms. It is written in the scriptures that you should not have a two-pointed mind (doubt) with regard to these benefits”.\nHow can I join?\nJust turn up!\nWe use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”\, you consent to the use of cookies.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-may-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-8/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism: How to Meditate - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism: How to MeditateDiscovering Buddhism: How to Meditate\nBegin your journey into Buddhist philosophy and meditation with the second module of Discovering Buddhism.\nCourse Details\nAbout This Course\nIn this module of Discovering Buddhism you will learn about the definition and purpose of meditation\, how to sit properly\, how to set up a meditation session\, how to recognize and deal with obstacles to meditation\, and will get to experiment with different types of meditation techniques.\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.\nCourse Preview\nFor more information about this module\, watch this 26-minute video on Youtube:\nDiscovering Buddhism Module 2 – How to Meditate – YouTube
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/discovering-buddhism-how-to-meditate-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T183000
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-2/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
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SUMMARY:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for May 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre« All Events\nExploring Buddhism\nMay 8 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm\nWhat will I learn?\nOur regular Thursday evening classes take place over 18 months\, with regular study breaks and a winter holiday. During this time the topics covered will be: Exploring the Mind and Philosophy\nExploring the Mind\nExploring the View\, Tenets and the Middle Way\nExploring the Fundamentals of Reasoning and Debate\nExploring the Sutra Grounds and Paths\nWhat do I need to know?\nClasses will take place on Thursday evenings.\nYou’ll access recordings of classes and materials through our learning platform.\nYou’ll learn through a combination of classes\, review sessions and discussion sessions.\nYou’ll learn through a combination of in-person and online learning\, or exclusively online\, according to your preference.\nOfficial course certification from FPMT is available.\nBe part of a supportive community of fellow student-practitioners.\nWhat will it cost?\nWe rely on the generous donations of students to run our centre\, so we provide recommended donation tiers to help students gauge what level of monthly donation they can offer to support the costs of running the course.\nHowever\, we run all our Buddhist programmes on a Generosity Model. This means nobody is turned away due to lack of funds. All are welcome to enrol\, regardless of financial circumstances.\nAccess to the course materials will be available to students for 1 year after the end of the course.\nHow do I join?\nRegistration for the 2024-5 course is no longer open. If you have questions about the course or would like to speak to a member of the team\, please email gateway@jamyang.co.uk\nYou may also be interested in our introductory level Discovering Buddhism course.\nWe use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”\, you consent to the use of cookies.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-may-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-9/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-35/
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-33/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-35/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-34/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250512T200000
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SUMMARY:Vesek Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Vesak Celebration 2025 is a vibrant three-day event honoring the Buddha’s birth\, enlightenment\, and parinirvana. Held at Aljunied MRT Open Ground\, the celebration features pujas for six deities\, including Tara\, Medicine Buddha\, and Yamantaka\, offering profound opportunities to purify negativity and accumulate merit. Visitors can sponsor lights\, flowers\, and rice offerings\, trace sutras with gold pens\, and participate in meaningful practices like circumambulation and bathing the Infant Buddha. A special altar will honor Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s compassionate legacy. With spiritual activities\, cultural offerings\, and family-friendly experiences like art contests\, this celebration encourages deep connection to Dharma and compassionate action.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/vesek-day-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC)":MAILTO:centre@fpmtabc.org
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh\nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.\nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.\nRegistrations are not required.\nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight)\nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech)\nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage).\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life.\nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online:\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators.\nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties.\nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families.\nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier.\nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-17/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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