Intro to meditation and Buddhism
Ritual, Devotion and Imagination
This class is the place for newcomers to the Auckland Buddhist Centre to learn meditation and the basics of Buddhism.
Note: We are using the Ponsonby Community Centre as a temporary location for these classes while we find a new home.
TONIGHT: Ritual, devotion and imagination
Believe it or not, everyone worships something. Maybe it's coffee, or productivity, or your computer. What do we worship in Buddhism? What is the role of ritual and devotion? What sparks our imagination, moves us emotionally and connects us to what is of central importance in our lives?
This class happens every Monday night at 7pm, even on public holidays. It's a rolling 11-week introductory programme. You can join on any Monday night. Classes are designed as much as possible to stand alone for this purpose. But committing to all 11 nights over time will give you the thorough foundation you need to establish your own meditation practice, and step confidently into other classes and retreats.
When
Cost
$20 for your first class
$180 if you choose to commit to all 10 classes
By koha for students
We strive to make Buddhism and meditation accessible to all. Please contact us if your current financial situation means the advertised cost is a barrier.
Please come early for a prompt start at 7pm.
Caring for each other's health
Before attending, please read our current Covid Guidelines. This is part of how we practice together.
Led by
Suvarnadhi
My name means 'she whose wisdom is like gold' and was given to me at ordination in 2019. At that time, I'd been practising within the Triratna…
Ratnavyuha
I've been actively involved with the Triratna Buddhist community since 1992 while still at University. As with many other people, my personal journey…