Dharma Monday - newcomers welcome

Why I am a Buddhist

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Have you ever wondered why people commit to practising Buddhism?

If so, tonight is not to be missed. Because tonight we will be listening to two Mitras (the Buddhist word for 'friend') Sandy Lee and Malcolm Dow, talk about why they decided to commit to Dharma practise in the context of the Triratna Buddhist Community. Kusalamani one of our two mitra convenors along with Sujiva, will talk about the significance of taking this step.

We title these evenings "Why I am a Buddhist?"


The Triratna Buddhist Community is open to all those who wish to practise Buddhism.

And the Auckland Buddhist Centre is part of this international Buddhist community.

Most people encounter Triratna through a meditation or Buddhism class at a Triratna centre. Everyone who has contact with Triratna is considered a friend. However someone who wants to make a particular connection with our community and see their Buddhist practice in that context can ask to become a ‘Mitra’ (which simply means ‘friend’ in Sanskrit).

Click here to read more about what it means to be a Mitra:

  • get a better sense of the meaning and importance of becoming a Mitra
  • reflect on whether you might consider taking such a step yourself sometime
  • read more about how you can go about becoming a Mitra if you wish to.

The evening starts in the shrine room and ends a little after 8pm. After that, you are welcome to then stay for a cup of tea, ask further questions, talk about Buddhism, and meet like-minded people.

Although Dharma Night is suitable for everyone, regardless of their level of experience or exposure to Buddhism, if you like what you find we recommend that you sign up for one of our introductory Buddhist meditation courses. These courses provide a systematic introduction to Buddhist meditation practise and are really the best first step if you feel like exploring more.

When

4 November 2019  7:00pm-8:30pm

Cost

Koha/dana

Caring for each other's health

Before attending, please read our current Covid Guidelines. This is part of how we practice together.

Location

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The Auckland Buddhist Centre

45b Normanby Rd, Mt Eden

Led by

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Akasasri

For much of her life the outdoors and living with nature, especially New Zealand’s beautiful mountains, forests, rivers and coasts, has been where…

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Kusalamani

Kusalamani has followed an intensive practice of mindfulness and Dharma exploration for over 20 years. She has extensive professional training and…