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Dharma Monday

The Six Perfections: The way beyond self and other

Buddhism asserts that it is possible to live a much more fulfilling, happier and meaningful life than the average person does. This is what draws many of us to it. However, it also teaches that a spiritual life that is exclusively concerned with one's own personal development is ultimately self-defeating! In this series, we will be exploring the teaching of the Six Perfections. This exposition of the Buddhist Path beautifully combines the self-regarding & altruistic aspects of practice, showing a way that in the end goes beyond even this division.

Virya: unleashing the inexhaustible
The word Virya means potency, driving force, energy, vigour-- all the stuff that is much valued and needed more and more in this fast pace world. And yet, the more energy we exert the less energised we feel when our energy is not used "in pursuit of the good" for the benefit of all beings.

According to Sangharakshita, rather than feeling exhaustion, a Boddhisatva who has perfected the perfection of Virya, experiences life as "a game, a play, a sport.....uncalcutaling, natural and enjoyable". This talk, with Amaradipa, will explore both, the different aspects of Virya; as well as what keeps us from unleashing the inexhaustible abundance of energy that a Boddhisatva exudes.

Dharma night is suitable for those who would like to learn more about Buddhism. It is also a popular night for regular friends to drop in and practice together. If you are a beginner but can't get to/or have just started one of our meditation classes, you are still welcome to come and join in.

The usual program for the evening is a talk on some aspect of Buddhism, tea break, then group meditation to end the evening.

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