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Prabhuji PodcastThe Diamond Sutra - Section 6Send us a textSubhuti asked the Buddha: Honored throughout the world, in the future, will there be beings who, upon hearing these teachings, will have true confidence in them?The Buddha replied: Subhuti, do not speak like that. Two thousand five hundred years after the passing away of the Tathagata, there will be beings who, having practiced the rules of morality and, therefore, being possessed of merit, will hear these statements and understand...2024-11-2517 min
Free Buddhist AudioBuilding Sangha In a Rootless Society Modern Dharma Challenges: Building Sangha in a rootless society with Subhuti. The third of three special evenings with Subhuti, the LBC's President and a renowned teacher of fifty years experience. What does a Buddhist life look like in practice? Where can we hope to get and what are the essential teachings that will get us there? Come along for meditation and a series of exciting new talks - a real highlight. Talk given at London Buddhist Centre, 2022. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast: On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A...2023-05-0647 min
Bright On BuddhismWho is Subhuti?Bright on Buddhism 58 - Who is Subhuti? What role does he play in the texts? What is his role in Mahayana Buddhism?
Resources: Adamek, Wendi Leigh (2007), The Mystique of Transmission: On an Early Chan History and Its Contexts, Columbia University Press, ISBN 978-0-231-13664-8, archived from the original on 2022-05-06, retrieved 2020-11-03; Buswell, Robert E. (2004), Encyclopedia of Buddhism, Buswell, Robert E., Jr., 1953-, New York: Macmillan Reference, USA, ISBN 0-02-865718-7; Buswell, Robert E. (2014), The Princeton dictionary of Buddhism, Lopez, Donald S., Jr., Princeton, NJ, pp. 2105–2106, ISBN 978-1-4008-4805-8; Ikeda, Da...2023-04-1418 min
The Buddhist CentreDharmachakra and the Rebirth of Free Buddhist Audio
Dharmachakra has been a going concern since Dharmachari Ananda first strapped a reel-to-reel tape recorder on his back in London in 1967 to record the first public lectures by Urgyen Sangharakshita under the auspices of the then Friends of the Western Buddhist Order. It has evolved over the decades to become an amazing Triratna Right Livelihood team – most importantly, a team of friends, working online together across the globe to bring the world the best of Buddhism and meditation from our new Buddhist Community.
We hear from the team in Mexico City, the United Kingdom and the United States ab...2023-02-1847 min
The CMJ ExperienceFlower ShowerSUBHUTI WAS ONE OF BUDDHA'S DISCIPLES. HE WAS ABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE POTENCY OF EMPTINESS -- THE VIEWPOINT THAT NOTHING EXISTS EXCEPT IN ITS RELATIONSHIP OF SUBJECTIVITY AND OBJECTIVITY. ONE DAY, WHEN SUBHUTI WAS SITTING UNDER A TREE IN A MOOD OF SUBLIME EMPTINESS, FLOWERS BEGAN TO FALL AROUND HIM. 'WE ARE PRAISING YOU FOR YOUR DISCOURSE ON EMPTINESS,' THE GODS WHISPERED TO HIM. 'BUT I HAVE NOT SPOKEN OF EMPTINESS,' SAID SUBHUTI. 'YOU HAVE NOT SPOKEN OF EMPTINESS, WE HAVE NOT HEARD EMPTINESS,' RESPONDED THE GODS. 'THIS IS TRUE EMPTINESS.' AND BLOSSOMS SHOWERED UPON...2023-01-281h 27
Way of Oneness: A Sangha PodcastGoing for Refuge - Taking Refuge in Buddhayearly before our Summer Retreat we review what going for refuge to the three jewels means. In this Talk Christopher Kakuyo talks about taking refuge in general and more specifically regarding taking refuge in the Buddha. As westerns we seem to have a challenge taking refuge in the Buddha. This may be because of our Post Religious' Stress Disorder. We embrace the Dharma and even the Sangha, but the Buddha we keep at arms length, lest he becomes some sort of deity. Christopher thinks, that by doing this we are doing a disservice to our practice.
EX...2022-08-0159 min
RJ TarunSubhuti Anand WaightSubhuti Anand Waight is a former British political journalist, who worked in the Houses of Parliament. He first traveled to India in 1976, when he met the enlightened mystic Osho, then called Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, and became a disciple, or sannyasin. He gave up his job as a reporter, stayed with Osho for 14 years and wrote a book about his experiences, titled “Wild Wild Guru.” Subhuti has lived in India for half his life. He is now based in Europe, but returns each year to spend time in the country he loves.2022-06-1833 min
pensar bien sentirse bien...y llovieron floresY LLOVIERON FLORES: CHARLAS SOBRE HISTORIAS ZEN
Subhuti era uno de los discípulos de Buda. Él llegó a comprender la potencia del vacío, la realidad de que nada existe sino en una relación de subjetividad y objetividad. Un día, cuando Subhuti estaba sentado bajo un árbol en un estado de sublime vacío, empezaron a llover flores a su alrededor.
"Te alabamos por tu discurso sobre el vacío", le susurraron los dioses.
"Pero yo no he hablado del vacío", dijo Subhuti.
"No has hablado del vacío, no hemos oído el vacío", respondieron...2022-03-1301 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness Meditation-loving kindness meditation especially for Russia-Ukraine conflictWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- loving kindness meditation. We pray for the whole world that the conflict of Russia-Ukraine may not result in a global crisis and war. The only way to peace, durable and complete, is a spiritual revival. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā...2022-02-2748 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness Meditation-Learning about your feelingsWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including...2022-02-2028 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindful Breathing in memory of Thich Nhat HanhWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including...2022-02-1725 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness Meditation-Mindful Breathing to find truly BuddhaWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including...2022-02-1725 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness Meditation- Bring Non-judgmental AttitudeWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including...2022-02-0726 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness meditation- Exploring and Resolving your lossesWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including...2022-01-2646 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness meditation-The mindful self inquiry for StressWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including M...2022-01-1730 min
琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness MeditationThe Diamond Sutra and Mindfulness Meditation-the body scanWelcome to the mindful Heart. This is Xin. Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, I will introduce the content of the Diamond Sutra, and will take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. The Diamond Sutra (Sanskrit: Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra) is one of the most important sutras in Buddhist philosophy and is highly valued in both traditional Chinese and Japanese societies. Originally written in Sanskrit, it has been translated into many languages, including M...2022-01-1549 min
SPAZIO INTERIORE – Libri per Sognatori SvegliEpisodio 11 - Wild Wild Guru di Subhuti Anand WaightProtagonista della puntata di oggi è una delle ultime pubblicazioni di Spazio interiore: "Wild Wild Guru" di Subhuti Anand Waight, edito nel novembre del 2021, testo in cui l’autore racconta la sua avventura al fianco del più controverso mistico di tutti i tempi: Bhagwan meglio noto come Osho. Ex giornalista politico, Subhuti nel 1976 si trasferisce in India dove entra a far parte dell’ashram di Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh e diventa un sannyasin. Per quattordici anni vive e lavora nella comune creatasi intorno a Bhagwan, dapprima a Pune e successivamente al Rajneesh Ranch in Oregon, negli Stati Uniti, dove partecipa attivamente agli e...2021-12-2022 min
Nam Vo PodcastTHẬP ĐẠI ĐỆ TỬ PHẬT - Tôn Giả Tu Bồ Đề Subhuti - Giải Không Đệ NhấtTôn Giả Tu Bồ Đề Subhuti - Giải Không Đệ NhấtQua 45 năm thuyết pháp, tùy theo căn cơ trình độ của chúng sinh Đức Phật đã nói rất nhiều vấn đề. Từ những vấn đề đó sau khi Phật vào Niết Bàn, giáo đoàn chia thành nhiều bộ phái và có nhiều quan đIểm khác nhau, nhưng không ngoài hai phái chính yếu là Nam Tông và Bắc Tông. Nam tông theo hệ kinh Pali, Bắc Tông theo hệ kinh Sanskrit. Trung tâm và cơ bản của Bắc...2021-09-1112 min
Free Buddhist AudioThe Buddha's Social RevolutionIn the first weeks after his Enlightenment, the Buddha stayed alone near the Bodhi tree, assimilating his profound discovery and enjoying its bliss. But from the first moment he encountered another human being, the force of his compassion led him to revolt against the social hierarchies of his day. In this impassioned talk at the London Buddhist Centre's 2021 Buddha Day celebrations, Subhuti explores the nature of social conditioning. In doing so, he calls for greater efforts to understand differing experiences and an attempt to relate on the basis of the Buddha's radical vision for humankind. *** ...2021-06-0559 min
Kannagara Journeys PodcastMeditation and Emotional Release with SubhutiJoin Bhavisha and Subhuti Anand on a discussion around meditation, active meditations offered by Osho, and an inquiry into walking your path authentically.In this conversation I will be interviewing Subhuti Anand who is the author of 'Wild Wild Guru' and he shares about his journey to India to meet Osho a spiritual master.2021-02-2833 minFree Buddhist AudioDwelling In the Presence of the BuddhaSubhuti considers the significance of Sangha day falling on the cusp of winter, and the importance of the seasons in human life. He recalls the genesis of Sangha day from the time of the Buddha, and considers it's relevance for us here in the 21st century. Ultimately Subhuti focus on the Sangha jewels itself; its vital importance for the individual practitioner and as a real sign of hope for this world. Talk given for the Sangha Day Celebration at London Buddhist Centre, 2012. *** Help keep FBA free for everyone! Become a supporter...2020-11-2858 min
zengateway's podcastSection from the Diamond Sutra - The 32 Marks of BuddhaSubhuti, what do you think? May the Tathagata be perceived by the thirty-two marks [of a great man]? Subhuti answered: Yes, certainly the Tathagata may be perceived thereby. Then Buddha said: Subhuti, if the Tathagata may be perceived by such marks any great imperial ruler is the same as the Tathagata. Subhuti then said to Buddha: World-honoured One, as I understand the meaning of Buddha’s words the Tathagata may not be perceived by the thirty-two marks. Whereupon the World-honoured One uttered this verse: Who looks for me...2020-11-0533 minzengateway's podcastA Passage from the Diamond Sutra (1)Now in the midst of the assembly was the Venerable Subhuti. Forthwith he arose, uncovered his right shoulder, knelt upon his right knee, and, respectfully raising his hands with palms joined, addressed Buddha thus: World-Honored One, if good men and good women seek… [Complete and Perfect Enlightenment], …by what criteria should they abide and how should they control their thoughts? … Buddha said: Subhuti, all the Bodhisattva-Heroes should discipline their thoughts as follows: All living creatures of whatever class, born from eggs, from wombs, from moisture, or by transformation whether with form or without form, whether in a sta...2020-10-0847 min
International Buddhist SocietyDharma Q&A with Venerable Guan Cheng (Episode 22)In this episode, the Venerable addressed the following questions from the audience,
Is it true that the Buddha and his disciples were not vegetarian. They had to ask for food on alms round and therefore had to eat anything that was given. Some gave meat and non-vegetarian food into their bowls.
If you are trying to explain Buddhism to someone, but he is reluctant, what should you do? Do you persist or stop?
What is the Buddha of Medicine Ceremony?
I'm not as wise as Subhuti, and even though I've been practicing for over a year, I have...2020-02-1930 minFree Buddhist AudioWhy Do I Suffer?A series of personal exchanges with Subhuti about the central issues of life. Subhuti is among the most prominent and experienced of Western Buddhists. He has spent the past forty-odd years practising the Buddha’s teachings and travelling the world helping make it possible for others to do the same. Hosted by Subhadramati during his Presidential visit to the London Buddhist Centre, which he was instrumental in founding in 1978. *** Help keep FBA free for everyone! Become a supporter today. Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast - bite-size pieces of Dharma inspir...2020-01-0454 min
Free Buddhist AudioWhy Do I Suffer?A series of personal exchanges with Subhuti about the central issues of life. Subhuti is among the most prominent and experienced of Western Buddhists. He has spent the past forty-odd years practising the Buddha’s teachings and travelling the world helping make it possible for others to do the same. Hosted by Subhadramati during his Presidential visit to the London Buddhist Centre, which he was instrumental in founding in 1978. *** Help keep FBA free for everyone! Become a supporter today. Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast - bite-size pieces of Dharma inspir...2020-01-0454 min
Free Buddhist AudioSangharakshita as TeacherSubhuti shares his reflections on Urgyen Sangharakshita in the days following his death and funeral ceremony. He explores the double response to Sangharakshita as an effective Dharma teacher and former of Sangha alongside the various difficulties and paradoxes in his life. The two last papers Sangharakshita wrote, completed just over two weeks before he died, examine the three main paths of Buddhism, among other things, and thereby offer three different ways of understanding his own role as teacher. This helps us to understand both his human personality and his significance for us. This talk is...2019-07-131h 01Free Buddhist AudioSangharakshita as TeacherSubhuti shares his reflections on Urgyen Sangharakshita in the days following his death and funeral ceremony. He explores the double response to Sangharakshita as an effective Dharma teacher and former of Sangha alongside the various difficulties and paradoxes in his life. The two last papers Sangharakshita wrote, completed just over two weeks before he died, examine the three main paths of Buddhism, among other things, and thereby offer three different ways of understanding his own role as teacher. This helps us to understand both his human personality and his significance for us. This talk is...2019-07-131h 01
Free Buddhist AudioThe Five Aspects of Dharma Life - IntegrationDelve into the fundamental principles behind Integration in Triratna’s System of Practice with this week’s FBA Podcastentitled The Five Aspects of Dharma Life - Integration by Subhuti. With integration we begin by taking fully responsibility for our karmic agency. This is the third talk in a series of eight from the System of Practice retreat at Padmaloka for men who have asked for Ordination. Subhuti invites his hearers to find new and deeper significance with the fundamental principles behind Integration, Positive Emotion, Spiritual Receptivity, Spiritual Death, and Spiritual Rebirth. This talk is par...2019-04-061h 06
Free Buddhist AudioThe Five Aspects of Dharma Life - IntegrationDelve into the fundamental principles behind Integration in Triratna’s System of Practice with this week’s FBA Podcastentitled The Five Aspects of Dharma Life - Integration by Subhuti. With integration we begin by taking fully responsibility for our karmic agency. This is the third talk in a series of eight from the System of Practice retreat at Padmaloka for men who have asked for Ordination. Subhuti invites his hearers to find new and deeper significance with the fundamental principles behind Integration, Positive Emotion, Spiritual Receptivity, Spiritual Death, and Spiritual Rebirth. This talk is par...2019-04-061h 06
Free Buddhist AudioThe Significance of Dr Ambedkar In the WestIn this week's FBA Podcast Subhuti offers The Significance of Dr Ambedkar In the West.
Speaking during a festival day in 2010 held to celebrate the life of Dr Ambedkar, Subhuti speaks about what significance Dr Ambedkar has outside India.
The main thrust of the talk is a list of three reasons why someone might convert to Buddhism, enumerated by Dr Ambedkar but applied to our situation in the West. Perhaps the most important is Dr Ambedkar's insights into the need for society to be grounded in Ethics that2019-03-1659 min
Free Buddhist AudioThe Significance of Dr Ambedkar In the WestIn this week’s FBA Podcast Subhuti offers The Significance of Dr Ambedkar In the West. Speaking during a festival day in 2010 held to celebrate the life of Dr Ambedkar, Subhuti speaks about what significance Dr Ambedkar has outside India. The main thrust of the talk is a list of three reasons why someone might convert to Buddhism, enumerated by Dr Ambedkar but applied to our situation in the West. Perhaps the most important is Dr Ambedkar’s insights into the need for society to be grounded in Ethics that are ‘sacred and universal,’ obviously he felt...2019-03-1659 min
London Buddhist CentreUrgyen Sangharakshita as teacher (Who is Urgyen Sangharakshita? - Part 3)Sangharakshita’s last two papers, completed just over two weeks before he died, examine the three main paths of Buddhism, among other things, and thereby offer three different ways of understanding his own role as teacher. This helps us to understand both his human personality and his significance for us.
In this set of three rambles, Subhuti unpacks his 15 minute funeral oration for Sangharakshita (founder of the Triratna Buddhist Order) on 10th November 2018 at Adhisthana. He demonstrates how someone can be considered a very great teacher, exemplar, and even guru, yet also be a human being with his ow...2019-03-111h 01London Buddhist CentreCharacter, Personality & Individuality (Who is Urgyen Sangharakshita? - Part 2)Subhuti, one of the most senior and respected members of the Triratna Buddhist Order, explores a distinction made by Sangharakshita that helps to understand some of the paradoxes that Sangharakshita has left us with, as well as helping us to understand how we too can be so uneven in our Dharma lives.
In this set of three rambles, Subhuti unpacks his 15 minute funeral oration for Sangharakshita (founder of the Triratna Buddhist Order) on 10th November 2018 at Adhisthana. He demonstrates how someone can be considered a very great teacher, exemplar, and even guru, yet also be a human being w...2019-03-1153 minLondon Buddhist CentreHumanity & Perfection (Who is Urgyen Sangharakshita? - Part 1)Subhuti, one of the most senior and respected members of the Triratna Buddhist Order, reflects on his own experience on the relationship between inspiration, spiritual experience, and human fallibility.
In this set of three rambles, Subhuti unpacks his 15 minute funeral oration for Sangharakshita (founder of the Triratna Buddhist Order) on 10th November 2018 at Adhisthana. He demonstrates how someone can be considered a very great teacher, exemplar, and even guru, yet also be a human being with his own personality and even failings.2019-03-1155 min
Free Buddhist AudioIn Conversation with SubhutiIn this weeks FBA Podcast we offer In Conversation with Subhuti. Suryagupta converses with Subhuti about his life and practice. Subhuti has been the President of the London Buddhist Centre for over 30 years and was part of the original team who built the LBC in the 1970s.2019-02-231h 26
Free Buddhist AudioIn Conversation with SubhutiIn this weeks FBA Podcast we offer In Conversation with Subhuti. Suryagupta converses with Subhuti about his life and practice. Subhuti has been the President of the London Buddhist Centre for over 30 years and was part of the original team who built the LBC in the 1970s.2019-02-231h 26
Dharmabytes from Free Buddhist AudioOur Illusory View Our FBA Dharmabyte today is another dip into the Yogachara from Subhuti called Our Illusory View. This is the last in a brilliant four-part series by Subhuti on the Yogachara school of Buddhist philosophy, which provides a comprehensive psychological overview of the workings of and#8216;consciousnessand#8217;. What can we do about the veils of our basic delusions? Where do ethics come into all this? Time to steep ourselves in reality again for another session with Subhuti as he grasps the slippery snake of the mind and tries to help us see which end is which! ...2018-05-3106 minDharmabytes from free buddhist audioOur Illusory View Our FBA Dharmabyte today is another dip into the Yogachara from Subhuti called Our Illusory View. This is the last in a brilliant four-part series by Subhuti on the Yogachara school of Buddhist philosophy, which provides a comprehensive psychological overview of the workings of and#8216;consciousnessand#8217;. What can we do about the veils of our basic delusions? Where do ethics come into all this? Time to steep ourselves in reality again for another session with Subhuti as he grasps the slippery snake of the mind and tries to help us see which end is which! ...2018-05-3106 min
Free Buddhist AudioMind and Mental EventsOur FBA Podcast this week is called Mind and Mental Events by Subhuti.
These five omnipresent mental events (sarvatragas) constitute the basic mechanics of the mind; if you are conscious, they are present.
1. Feeling-tone (vedana)
2. Recognition (or conceptualisation) (samjna)
3. Directionality of mind (cetana)
4. Contact (sparsa)
5. Egocentric demanding (manaskara)
From this we can conclude that:
1. All our experience is feeling-toned. The more conscious we are of this, the less we will react and2018-05-2659 min
Free Buddhist AudioMind and Mental EventsOur FBA Podcast this week is called Mind and Mental Events by Subhuti. These five omnipresent mental events (sarvatragas) constitute the basic mechanics of the mind; if you are conscious, they are present. 1. Feeling-tone (vedana) 2. Recognition (or conceptualisation) (samjna) 3. Directionality of mind (cetana) 4. Contact (sparsa) 5. Egocentric demanding (manaskara) From this we can conclude that: 1. All our experience is feeling-toned. The more conscious we are of this, the less we will react and be driven by our likes and dislikes. 2. We are a...2018-05-2659 min
Free Buddhist AudioBeyond Karma – The Dharma NiyamaThis week's FBA Podcast is a talk by Subhuti called Beyond Karma - The Dharma Niyama. In this, the final installment of Subhuti's three-part Ramble around Reality we go beyond the realm of Karma as we glimpse the glory of the Dharma Niyama.2018-01-201h 01
Free Buddhist AudioBeyond Karma – The Dharma NiyamaThis week’s FBA Podcast is a talk by Subhuti called Beyond Karma – The Dharma Niyama. In this, the final installment of Subhuti’s three-part Ramble around Reality we go beyond the realm of Karma as we glimpse the glory of the Dharma Niyama.2018-01-201h 01
Free Buddhist AudioThree Ways to InsightIn this week's FBA Podcast, Three Ways to Insight - Working with the 3 Prajnas Subhuti considers afresh this traditional teaching of cultivating insight through hearing, reflecting and meditating.2017-06-031h 11
Free Buddhist AudioThree Ways to InsightIn this week’s FBA Podcast, Three Ways to Insight – Working with the 3 Prajnas Subhuti considers afresh this traditional teaching of cultivating insight through hearing, reflecting and meditating.2017-06-031h 12
The Buddhist CentreSubhuti - For the Welfare of the World (Celebrating 50 Years of Triratna)A great talk by Subhuti, live streamed around the world from London at the time, to mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Triratna Buddhist Community.
The fire of peace has been ignited in the world by the Buddha. It burns brightly today in the Triratna Order and movement, and inspired by Sangharakshita’s vision will burn well into the future – but how do we fan the flames so that the heat of practice transforms the world?
Chaired by Subhadramati. Recorded in London, 8th April 2017
N.B. This is an edited and...2017-04-091h 12
The Buddhist CentreMaitreyi Interviews Subhuti on 'Women, Men And Angels'Following on from his statement of personal regret about the publication of ‘Women, Men And Angels’ and the views expressed in it, here is Subhuti in conversation with Maitreyi, going into detail around that regret, and sharing his thoughts on a very painful episode in Triratna history, including the story of how it all happened. What emerges in the course of the interview is an exemplary look by two good, old friends at how confusion can arise - and how clear apologies can help with any process of healing or reconciliation that might result.
Our thanks to Sang...2017-04-0531 min
Free Buddhist AudioSangha VandanaThis week's FBA Podcast FBA Podcast is part four of a series of talks on the Triratna Vandana by Subhuti entitled Sangha Vandana. The most striking point from this talk is the importance of taking the Sangha refuge as the possibility of an Ideal Society. It is so easy to get dis-illusioned with people and groups. Yet human relationships are such an integral part of our lives we need some vision that more is possible - the arya sangha exemplify this as they relate to each other on the basis of metta as oppos2017-02-111h 14
Free Buddhist AudioSangha VandanaThis week’s FBA Podcast FBA Podcast is part four of a series of talks on the Triratna Vandana by Subhuti entitled Sangha Vandana. The most striking point from this talk is the importance of taking the Sangha refuge as the possibility of an Ideal Society. It is so easy to get dis-illusioned with people and groups. Yet human relationships are such an integral part of our lives we need some vision that more is possible – the arya sangha exemplify this as they relate to each other on the basis of metta as opposed to self grasping and egoistic desi...2017-02-111h 14Dharmabytes from free buddhist audioThe Importance of IntentionTodayand#8217;s Dharmabyte podcast is delivered by Subhuti entitled The Importance of Intention In the Stage of Positive Emotion. This excerpt from the talk of the same name was given during a retreat on the system of meditation. Subhuti emphasises the importance of intention in the metta bhavana; it is not a practice about feeling good, but transforming our responses; a karmic action which then has a result of feeling happier and more positive.2017-01-3008 minDharmabytes from Free Buddhist AudioThe Importance of IntentionTodayand#8217;s Dharmabyte podcast is delivered by Subhuti entitled The Importance of Intention In the Stage of Positive Emotion. This excerpt from the talk of the same name was given during a retreat on the system of meditation. Subhuti emphasises the importance of intention in the metta bhavana; it is not a practice about feeling good, but transforming our responses; a karmic action which then has a result of feeling happier and more positive.2017-01-3008 min
Buddhist VoicesSubhuti on the BodhicittaSubhuti talks about his reasons for leading study on the Bodhicitta for the College meeting
#Subhuti #Bodhicitta #Preceptors' College2016-11-1614 min
Buddhist VoicesBuddhist Voices - Subhuti On Doctor AmbedkarA special edition of Buddhist Voices, from India at the height of celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the mass conversion to Buddhism in 1956 of hundreds of thousands of Dalit (ex-Untouchable caste) Indians, inspired by their great leader Doctor Bhimrao Ambedkar to escape the horrors of the Hindu caste system and work towards a more just society in India.
Subhuti, a longstanding champion of Doctor Ambedkar as an exemplar of democratic principles for the whole world gives us a wonderful introduction to the life and work of someone who deserves a much wider audience. From his remarkable early life and...2016-10-2428 min
The Buddhist CentreBuddhist Voices - Subhuti On Doctor AmbedkarA special edition of Buddhist Voices, from India at the height of celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the mass conversion to Buddhism in 1956 of hundreds of thousands of Dalit (ex-Untouchable caste) Indians, inspired by their great leader Doctor Bhimrao Ambedkar to escape the horrors of the Hindu caste system and work towards a more just society in India.
Subhuti, a longstanding champion of Doctor Ambedkar as an exemplar of democratic principles for the whole world gives us a wonderful introduction to the life and work of someone who deserves a much wider audience. From his remarkable...2016-10-1828 min
Buddhist VoicesBuddhist Voices - Subhuti On Doctor AmbedkarA special edition of Buddhist Voices, from India at the height of celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the mass conversion to Buddhism in 1956 of hundreds of thousands of Dalit (ex-Untouchable caste) Indians, inspired by their great leader Doctor Bhimrao Ambedkar to escape the horrors of the Hindu caste system and work towards a more just society in India.
Subhuti, a longstanding champion of Doctor Ambedkar as an exemplar of democratic principles for the whole world gives us a wonderful introduction to the life and work of someone who deserves a much wider audience. From his remarkable...2016-10-1428 minDharmabytes from Free Buddhist AudioKarma with a TwistIn todayand#8217;s Dharmabyte podcast entitled, and#8220;Karma with a Twistand#8221;, Subhuti clearly describes how unwholesome mental states influence how we interpret our experience. This is why we begin with sila (ethics) on the path. From the talk, Rambles Around the Yogachara: Talk 1, part of the series Rambles Around the Yogachara by Subhuti. the Yogachara school of Buddhist philosophy, which provides a comprehensive psychological overview of the workings of and#8216;consciousnessand#8217;. This talk introduces the whole (complex!) subject with an admirable easy humour, leading us through the mazy twists and turns of the mind. We wonand#8217;t even try...2016-06-1609 minDharmabytes from free buddhist audioKarma with a TwistIn todayand#8217;s Dharmabyte podcast entitled, and#8220;Karma with a Twistand#8221;, Subhuti clearly describes how unwholesome mental states influence how we interpret our experience. This is why we begin with sila (ethics) on the path. From the talk, Rambles Around the Yogachara: Talk 1, part of the series Rambles Around the Yogachara by Subhuti. the Yogachara school of Buddhist philosophy, which provides a comprehensive psychological overview of the workings of and#8216;consciousnessand#8217;. This talk introduces the whole (complex!) subject with an admirable easy humour, leading us through the mazy twists and turns of the mind. We wonand#8217;t even try...2016-06-1609 min
Free Buddhist AudioThe Five Aspects of Dharma Life – IntegrationHaving now entered the mandala, we begin in the East with Akshobya on the theme of Integration with "The Five Aspects of Dharma Life - Integration", this weeks by FBA Podcast. Subhuti delves into the fundamental principles behind Integration and invites his hearers to apply them deeply in their own lives. We begin by taking fully responsibility for our karmic agency. This talk is part of the series The Five Aspects of the Dharma Life.2016-01-091h 06
Free Buddhist AudioThe Five Aspects of Dharma Life – IntegrationHaving now entered the mandala, we begin in the East with Akshobya on the theme of Integration with “The Five Aspects of Dharma Life – Integration”, this weeks by FBA Podcast. Subhuti delves into the fundamental principles behind Integration and invites his hearers to apply them deeply in their own lives. We begin by taking fully responsibility for our karmic agency. This talk is part of the series The Five Aspects of the Dharma Life.2016-01-091h 06
Free Buddhist AudioSanghakaya and the Heart’s ReleaseToday’s FBA Podcast is entitled “Sanghakaya and the Heart’s Release” by Maitreyi. She describes having somewhat of an epiphany on first hearing the term ‘Sanghakaya’ in a talk by Subhuti in India. It seemed to give expression to a whole direction and momentum of her life and practice, while simultaneously both deepening and opening out the mystery of the enlightened mind, expanding beyond any sense of individual consciousness or attainment. This talk is about the Sangha Jewel and it’s place in the spiritual life, given at the Manchester Buddhist Centre on Triratna Night, 14 December 2015.2015-12-2645 min
Free Buddhist AudioSanghakaya and the Heart’s ReleaseToday's FBA Podcast is entitled "Sanghakaya and the Heart's Release" by Maitreyi. She describes having somewhat of an epiphany on first hearing the term 'Sanghakaya' in a talk by Subhuti in India. It seemed to give expression to a whole direction and momentum of her life and practice, while simultaneously both deepening and opening out the mystery of the enlightened mind, expanding beyond any sense of individual consciousness or attainment. This talk is about the Sangha Jewel and it's place in the spiritual2015-12-2645 min
The Buddhist CentreSubhuti talks to Saccanama about the history and development of the Preceptors' CollegeIn the last interview from the November Preceptors' College meeting, Subhuti talks to Saccanama about how the College has developed over the last 25 years and how he sees it developing in the future.
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Free Buddhist AudioThe History of and Value in Team-Based Right LivelihoodIn this week's FBA Podcast, Subhuti gives a very comprehensive introduction to one of the Six Emphases of the Triratna Buddhist Community with "The History of and Value in Team-Based Right Livelihood".
Subhuti gives a rousing talk on some of the history behind team-based Right Livelihood within the Triratna Buddhist Movement. He then goes on to explain why it is so important; because it represents an opportunity to live a 'full' Buddhist life for ourselves and present society with an alternative to consume2015-10-1054 minFree Buddhist AudioThe History of and Value in Team-Based Right Livelihood In this week’s FBA Podcast, Subhuti gives a very comprehensive introduction to one of the Six Emphases of the Triratna Buddhist Community with “The History of and Value in Team-Based Right Livelihood”. Subhuti gives a rousing talk on some of the history behind team-based Right Livelihood within the Triratna Buddhist Movement. He then goes on to explain why it is so important; because it represents an opportunity to live a ‘full’ Buddhist life for ourselves and present society with an alternative to consumerism and the myth of progress through buying a bigger TV.2015-10-1054 minDharmabytes from Free Buddhist AudioAligning yourself with the Karma Niyama Our FBA Dharmabyte today is called Aligning yourself with the Karma Niyama from the talk Spiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma Niyama by Subhuti. The stages of spiritual death and rebirth are key to the system of meditation, they represent the culimination and fulfilment of the Buddhas vision. During this talk given at Padmaloka Subhuti explains some new elements of Sangharakshitas thinking about how they relate to the Niyamas, particularly the Dharma niyama and#8211; exciting, and challenging stuff.2015-08-3106 minDharmabytes from free buddhist audioAligning yourself with the Karma Niyama Our FBA Dharmabyte today is called Aligning yourself with the Karma Niyama from the talk Spiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma Niyama by Subhuti. The stages of spiritual death and rebirth are key to the system of meditation, they represent the culimination and fulfilment of the Buddhas vision. During this talk given at Padmaloka Subhuti explains some new elements of Sangharakshitas thinking about how they relate to the Niyamas, particularly the Dharma niyama and#8211; exciting, and challenging stuff.2015-08-3106 min
Free Buddhist AudioRevering and Relying Upon the DharmaIn this week's FBA Podcast, "Revering and Relying Upon the Dharma" Subhuti reflects on his recent conversations with Bhante which gave rise to his article: 'Revering and Relying upon the Dharma: Sangharakshita's approach to Right View'.
A talk given at the Triratna Buddhist Order Combined European Order Weekend at Wymondham College 21 August 2010.2015-08-291h 11Free Buddhist AudioRevering and Relying Upon the Dharma In this week’s FBA Podcast, “Revering and Relying Upon the Dharma” Subhuti reflects on his recent conversations with Bhante which gave rise to his article: ‘Revering and Relying upon the Dharma: Sangharakshita’s approach to Right View’. A talk given at the Triratna Buddhist Order Combined European Order Weekend at Wymondham College 21 August 2010.2015-08-291h 11Free Buddhist AudioKnowledge of Reality – Ramble OneHow do we know? This week’s FBA Podcast is the first of three rambles from Subhuti, entitled “Knowledge of Reality – Ramble One”. Subhuti draws inspiration from Europe’s first Buddhist, Schopenhauer, and India’s ancient Yogachara. With immaculate clarity Subhuti takes us deep into the nature of mind and beyond. Talk given at the London Buddhist Centre in October 2014.2015-05-301h 02
Free Buddhist AudioKnowledge of Reality – Ramble OneHow do we know? This week's FBA Podcast is the first of three rambles from Subhuti, entitled "Knowledge of Reality - Ramble One". Subhuti draws inspiration from Europe's first Buddhist, Schopenhauer, and India's ancient Yogachara. With immaculate clarity Subhuti takes us deep into the nature of mind and beyond. Talk given at the London Buddhist Centre in October 2014.2015-05-301h 02
The Buddhist CentrePreceptors' College - Transitions 7Vidyatara spends time with Subhuti & Parami talking about the day's highlights, their long association, their experience of knowing and working with Dhammarati and the qualities that Saddhaloka will bring to chairing the College.2015-03-1729 min
The Buddhist CentrePreceptors' College - Transitions 2Vidyatara is joined on the sofa by Sanghadevi & Moksananda to talk about the highlights of the College meeting so far - rejoicing in Manjuvajra and Padmasuri, study with Subhuti and reflections on Dhammarati's time as Chair and Saddhaloka's poetry...
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Free Buddhist AudioThe History Of and Value In Team-Based Right LivelihoodIn this week's FBA Podcast Subhuti gives a rousing talk on "The History of and Value in Team-Based Right Livelihood" within the Triratna Buddhist Movement. He then goes on to explain why it is so important; because it represents an opportunity to live a 'full' Buddhist life for ourselves and present society with an alternative to consumerism2015-01-1053 minFree Buddhist AudioThe History Of and Value In Team-Based Right LivelihoodIn this week’s FBA Podcast Subhuti gives a rousing talk on “The History of and Value in Team-Based Right Livelihood” within the Triratna Buddhist Movement. He then goes on to explain why it is so important; because it represents an opportunity to live a ‘full’ Buddhist life for ourselves and present society with an alternative to consumerism2015-01-1053 minDharmabytes from free buddhist audioDefining ImaginationFor our FBA Dharmabyte today we chose an excerpt titled and#8220;Defining Imaginationand#8221; by Subhuti from the Rambles Around the Imagination 1 and#8211; Defining Imagination. Following on from a recent set of conversations with Sangharakshita, Subhuti gives the first in a series of Rambles on the important subject of Imagination. What is imagination and why is it important not just in our spiritual lives but in terms of what it means to be human.2014-03-2704 minDharmabytes from Free Buddhist AudioDefining ImaginationFor our FBA Dharmabyte today we chose an excerpt titled and#8220;Defining Imaginationand#8221; by Subhuti from the Rambles Around the Imagination 1 and#8211; Defining Imagination. Following on from a recent set of conversations with Sangharakshita, Subhuti gives the first in a series of Rambles on the important subject of Imagination. What is imagination and why is it important not just in our spiritual lives but in terms of what it means to be human.2014-03-2704 min
Free Buddhist AudioConsciousness UnfoldsThis week for our FBA Podcast we offer a key in accessing the potentiality of consciousness in: "Consciousness Unfolds". In this first talk from a series of three, Subhuti continues his well-known Rambles Around Reality at the LBC, this time enquiring into the nature of consciousness from the point of view of Urgyen Sangharakshita's particular presentation of the Dharma.2014-02-0159 minFree Buddhist AudioConsciousness UnfoldsThis week for our FBA Podcast we offer a key in accessing the potentiality of consciousness in: “Consciousness Unfolds”. In this first talk from a series of three, Subhuti continues his well-known Rambles Around Reality at the LBC, this time enquiring into the nature of consciousness from the point of view of Urgyen Sangharakshita’s particular presentation of the Dharma.2014-02-0159 min
Free Buddhist AudioRambles Around Reality – The 5 NiyamasIn this week's FBA Podcast we picked one of Subhuti's "Rambles Around Reality - The 5 Niyamas." Here Subhuti talks about the fundamental basis of Buddhism's conception of reality; Pratitya Samutpada. He introduces it in the form of the 5 niyamas, in the course of his ramble he emphasises that these are forces, or the way things are rather than 'laws'. The talk culminates in the Karma and Dharma niyamas and particularly emphasising the importance of the Dhamma niyama, which is that in the universe that makes2014-01-0456 minFree Buddhist AudioRambles Around Reality – The 5 NiyamasIn this week’s FBA Podcast we picked one of Subhuti’s “Rambles Around Reality – The 5 Niyamas.” Here Subhuti talks about the fundamental basis of Buddhism’s conception of reality; Pratitya Samutpada. He introduces it in the form of the 5 niyamas, in the course of his ramble he emphasises that these are forces, or the way things are rather than ‘laws’. The talk culminates in the Karma and Dharma niyamas and particularly emphasising the importance of the Dhamma niyama, which is that in the universe that makes enlightenment possible. However to philosphise or abstract from it is to miss the point, in th...2014-01-0456 minFree Buddhist AudioDwelling In the Presence of the Buddha In this week’s FBA Podcast “Dwelling In the Presence of the Buddha” Subhuti considers the significance of Sangha day falling on the cusp of winter, and the importance of the seasons in human life. He recalls the genesis of Sangha day from the time of the Buddha, and considers it’s relevance for us here in the 21st century. Ultimately Subhuti focus on the Sangha jewels itself; its vital importance for the individual practitioner and as a real sign of hope for this world.2013-11-2358 min
Free Buddhist AudioDwelling In the Presence of the BuddhaIn this week's FBA Podcast "Dwelling In the Presence of the Buddha" Subhuti considers the significance of Sangha day falling on the cusp of winter, and the importance of the seasons in human life. He recalls the genesis of Sangha day from the time of the Buddha, and considers it's relevance for us here in the 21st century. Ultimately Subhuti focus on the Sangha jewels itself; its vital importance for the individual practitioner and as a real sign of hope for this world.2013-11-2358 minFree Buddhist AudioMeeting the Buddha In Reality This week’s FBA Podcast is the third talk in the LBC Buddhophany series by Subhuti titled:“Meeting the Buddha In Reality”. Subhuti concludes with a rousing call to take the Buddha’s invitation to meet him in reality. To do this we need to engage with the Buddha on the level of history and myth.2013-08-3156 min
Free Buddhist AudioMeeting the Buddha In RealityThis week's FBA Podcast is the third talk in the LBC Buddhophany series by Subhuti titled:"Meeting the Buddha In Reality". Subhuti concludes with a rousing call to take the Buddha's invitation to meet him in reality. To do this we need to engage with the Buddha on the level of history and myth.2013-08-3156 minFree Buddhist AudioThe Buddha’s Advice to a BankerThis week’s FBA Podcast was first given on Lord Buddha TV in India. In “The Buddha’s Advice to a Banker” Subhuti talks about a conversation the Buddha had with his leading Lay disciple, who was one of the wealthiest men in North India. What makes him significant is that he was also recognised as a non-returner. In this conversation the Buddha talks as prosperity, wealth and what makes for happiness. We see both his straight-forward common sense and his vision for the depth and meaning of human life. Although advice given two and a half thousand...2012-08-1858 min
Free Buddhist AudioThe Buddha’s Advice to a BankerThis week's FBA Podcast was first given on Lord Buddha TV in India. In "The Buddha's Advice to a Banker" Subhuti talks about a conversation the Buddha had with his leading Lay disciple, who was one of the wealthiest men in North India. What makes him significant is that he was also recognised as a non-returner.
In this conversation the Buddha talks as prosperity, wealth and what makes for happiness. We see both his straight-forward common sense and his vision for the depth and meaning of human life. Althou2012-08-1858 minFree Buddhist AudioSpiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma NiyamaThis weeks FBA Podcast, “Spiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma Niyama”, takes us deeply into the stages of spiritual death and rebirth that are key to the system of meditation, representing the culimination and fulfilment of the Buddhas vision. During this talk given at Padmaloka Subhuti explains some new elements of Sangharakshita’s thinking about how they relate to the Niyamas, particularly the Dharma niyama – exciting, and challenging stuff.2012-01-2142 min
Free Buddhist AudioSpiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma NiyamaThis weeks FBA Podcast, "Spiritual Death and Rebirth, a New Perspective On the Dharma Niyama", takes us deeply into the stages of spiritual death and rebirth that are key to the system of meditation, representing the culimination and fulfilment of the Buddhas vision. During this talk given at Padmaloka Subhuti explains some new elements of Sangharakshita's thinking about how they relate to the Niyamas, particularly the Dharma niyama - exciting, and challenging stuff.2012-01-2142 min
FBA HighlightsDharmabytes Podcast #91 - "Pratitya Samutpada (Conditioned Co-production)" by SubhutiToday’s FBA Dharmabyte, “Pratitya Samutpada (Conditioned Co-production),” takes us right to the heart of the matter: How the Buddha sees things. Subhuti, with his sharp clarity and clear vision, explores one of the central teachings of the Buddha – that things arise and pass away in dependence upon conditions.
Talk given at the Western Buddhist Order National Order Weekend, Wymondham 2006
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Free Buddhist AudioEight Verses for Training the MindToday's FBA Podcast is the first talk in a brilliant series titled "Eight Verses for Training the Mind" by Dharmachari Subhuti. Based on the Tibetan text by Kadampa Geshe Langri Tangpa, Subhuti introduces the verses in the context of the development of Buddhism in Tibet and India. We then have a full treatment of the first verse itself:
"May I always cherish all beings,
Withe the resolve to accomplish for them
The highest good that is more precious
Than any wish-fulfilling jewel."
Talk given at Madhyamalo2011-10-1548 minFree Buddhist AudioEight Verses for Training the Mind Today’s FBA Podcast is the first talk in a brilliant series titled “Eight Verses for Training the Mind” by Dharmachari Subhuti. Based on the Tibetan text by Kadampa Geshe Langri Tangpa, Subhuti introduces the verses in the context of the development of Buddhism in Tibet and India. We then have a full treatment of the first verse itself: “May I always cherish all beings, Withe the resolve to accomplish for them The highest good that is more precious Than any wish-fulfilling jewel.” Talk given at Madhyamaloka, Birmingham, 2004 For the full serie...2011-10-1548 min
Free Buddhist AudioAwake to the Cries of the WorldIn celebration of the 43rd anniversary of the founding of the Triratna Buddhist Community, (formally the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order) we bring you an moving and engaging talk by Subhuti: "Awake to the Cries of the World" the keynote talk from the FWBO celebrations a decade ago. How do we respond to the suffering in the world? Subhuti speaks from his experience of years trying to answer that question - the joys and pitfalls of trying to 'help' as part of a committment to the Bodhisattva Ideal. Co2011-04-0949 minFree Buddhist AudioAwake to the Cries of the WorldIn celebration of the 43rd anniversary of the founding of the Triratna Buddhist Community, (formally the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order) we bring you an moving and engaging talk by Subhuti: “Awake to the Cries of the World” the keynote talk from the FWBO celebrations a decade ago. How do we respond to the suffering in the world? Subhuti speaks from his experience of years trying to answer that question – the joys and pitfalls of trying to ‘help’ as part of a committment to the Bodhisattva Ideal. Complete with an introduction by Padmavajra on Avalokiteshvara. Talk given on FWBO Day, 2011-04-0949 min
Free Buddhist AudioExploring the Honeyball Sutta, An Alternative Nidana ChainIn this talk Subhuti gives a concise and inspiring account of the Honeyball Sutta. Starting with some background to his work in Hungary amongst the oppressed Gypsies there, he presents the Buddha's understanding on the basis for civil, in fact all kinds of, strife.
The Buddha's analysis takes the form of a nidana chain beginning with actual experience, that when we begin to proliferate or move away from facts to interpretations inevitably leads us into a secondary reality that easily leads to conflict with2010-11-1159 minFree Buddhist AudioExploring the Honeyball Sutta, An Alternative Nidana ChainIn this talk Subhuti gives a concise and inspiring account of the Honeyball Sutta. Starting with some background to his work in Hungary amongst the oppressed Gypsies there, he presents the Buddha’s understanding on the basis for civil, in fact all kinds of, strife. The Buddha’s analysis takes the form of a nidana chain beginning with actual experience, that when we begin to proliferate or move away from facts to interpretations inevitably leads us into a secondary reality that easily leads to conflict with others, who have different versions of reality. A brilliant talk...2010-11-1159 min
Free Buddhist Audio“Just Sitting” practice with SubhutiThe 'Just Sitting' practice has been part of the FWBO's system of meditation since the very beginning yet is not often discussed and not always understood. Here Subhuti gives his own inspiring and brilliantly refreshing take on the practice as a central element in his own meditative life. A must-listen piece for all those enthused by ideas of formal and 'formless' meditation - 'Just Hear' it and you''ll see what we mean!2009-09-1440 minFree Buddhist Audio“Just Sitting” practice with SubhutiThe ‘Just Sitting’ practice has been part of the FWBO’s system of meditation since the very beginning yet is not often discussed and not always understood. Here Subhuti gives his own inspiring and brilliantly refreshing take on the practice as a central element in his own meditative life. A must-listen piece for all those enthused by ideas of formal and ‘formless’ meditation – ‘Just Hear’ it and you”ll see what we mean!2009-09-1440 minFree Buddhist AudioWhat is Mind?This is the first in a series of talks from the Western Buddhist Order Convention in 2001 offering different perspectives on the Abhidharma and exploring from a personal perspective what the study of the 51 Mental Events can tell us about our minds and how they work. Based on the classic Tibetan text ‘Necklace of Clear Understanding’, this is a terrific, clear introduction by Dhammadinna to the whole area of how to ‘Know Your Mind’. Tracked version includes the following detail: 1. Lineage of material on Mind; Yeshe Gyaltsen’s ‘Necklace of Clear Understanding’; Sangharakshita’s ‘Know Your Mind’; Subhuti’s t...2009-05-2448 minFree Buddhist AudioIntroduction to Mind and Mental EventsA new year’s talk by Subhuti to help dust away all those mental cobwebs hanging over from the last one! Just the thing for sharpening your wits, deepening your understanding of the thorny area that is ethics, and generally pulling your socks up on the awareness front… A friendly but thoroughly enagaging first step into a profoundly interesting area of Buddhist philosophy and practice — just how does the mind work? To help us keep this free, please think about making a donation.2006-01-0400 min
Free Buddhist AudioIntroduction to Mind and Mental EventsA new year's talk by Subhuti to help dust away all those mental cobwebs hanging over from the last one! Just the thing for sharpening your wits, deepening your understanding of the thorny area that is ethics, and generally pulling your socks up on the awareness front... A friendly but thoroughly enagaging first step into a profoundly interesting area of Buddhist philosophy and practice — just how does the mind work?To help us keep this free, please think about making a donation.2006-01-0448 min