What we’re about
Are you interested in learning about Buddhism, about its philosophies or practices? Do you read and share with like minded? like to visit museums or talk about art or Buddhist philosophies and cultures?
Are you a bodhisattvas at heart, meaning you're motivated by compassion and seeks enlightenment not only for yourself, but also for all beings everywhere?
We’re a bunch of Bodhisattvas who like likes to read about Buddhism and the many valuable insights provided by the ancient Buddhist scriptures and contemporary teachings. That said, people of any faith or practice—or no spiritual practice—are all welcome!
Our group's main focus will be book clubs but sometimes we may (1) check out and chat about art, Buddhist or not, (2) visiting various museums or centers for their cultural activities, (3) touring Buddhist temples, (4) social together over coffee, food or hikes, (5) chat about movies or documentaries, and more…
If you can describe yourself as one or more of the following, this meetup is right for you:
• You like the to read about Buddhism, concepts, philosophies, etc.
• You like experiencing and learning about cultures.
• You're a Buddhist/spiritual person and like to meet other like minded friends.
• You have an interest in Buddhism and like to meet Buddhists and learn more about Buddhism.
• You're not necessarily spiritual, but would like to meet people who are.
• You just want to meet some cool people with open hearts and minds.
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Eddie
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Book Club: Thich Nhat Hanh - Blooming of a Lotus: (Meditation: Feelings, etc)Link visible for attendees
Thich Nhat Hanh - The Blooming of a Lotus: Essential Guided Meditations for Mindfulness, Healing, and Transformation Revised and Expanded (Session 2 of 5)
Let's read and discuss this book for for 5 sessions as we practice the invaluable advice as provided by Thich Nhat Hanh.
From Plum Village: "Guided Meditations for Achieving the Miracle of Mindfulness ... Thirty-four guided meditation exercises that will bring both beginning and experienced practitioners into closer touch with their bodies, their inner selves, their families, and the world. This book is a treasure for those learning meditation and for those who wish to deepen their practice."
BOOK: The Blooming of a Lotus: Essential Guided Meditations for Mindfulness, Healing, and Transformation Revised and Expanded (2022 edition) by Thich Nhat Hanh.
READING:
Ch Two: Feelings and Mental FormationsFind Book
NOTE: that we are here to read, exchange and help each other. We’re not here to expound. If you need deeper learning, please go visit a Buddhist teaching center. We will be adhering to the contents of the book. We will not have any inter-religious discussions. If you like to discuss any topics with anyone not pertaining to the book, we advise you to initiate a conversation with whomever on another zoom at another time, not during the book club discussion. Thank you for understanding.
Intro video to Dharma Book Club (of NY)
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Eddie
- - - Relevant Links - - -
https://www.buddhistdoor.net/news/thich-nhat-hanhs-meditation-guide-the-blooming-of-a-lotus-revised-and-expanded/https://plumvillage.org/about/thich-nhat-hanh
- Book Club: Majjhima Nikaya - ( Discipline & Training )Link visible for attendees
Our next book club will be back on The Middle-Length Discourses of the Buddha, Majjhima Nikāya.
Please read/skim through the introduction as Bhikkhu Bodhi helps us understand the background and basics. For our discussions, we will cover the following chapters:
Read Chapters
- MN 65 Bhaddali Sutta
- MN 67 Catuma Sutta
- MN 69 Gulissani Sutta
- MN 151 Pindapataparisuddhi SuttaDiscussion Preparation:
Please prepare 3-5 points of interests or questions per chapter.Optional:
Audio Teachings by Bhikkhu Bodhi - https://bodhimonastery.org/a-systematic-study-of-the-majjhima-nikaya.htmlNOTE - each book discussion is independent of others, so you can join any meeting without having attended previous ones.
Per Bodhi Monastery: "The Majjhima Nikaya, or 'Middle-length Discourses' of the Buddha, is the second of the five nikayas, or collections, in the Sutta Pitaka of the Pali Tipitaka. This nikaya consists of 152 discourses by the Buddha and his chief disciples, which together constitute a comprehensive body of teaching concerning all aspects of the Buddha Dharma."
Per Bhikkhu Bodhi: “If the Majjhima Nikāya were to be characterized by a single phrase to distinguish it from among the other books of the Pali Canon, this might be done by describing it as the collection that combines the richest variety of contextual settings with the deepest and most comprehensive assortment of teachings.”
The translation we plan to use is by Bhikkhu Nanamoli and Bhikkhu Bodhi. This is a BIG book, so we plan to do the following:
- We will cover only select nikayas, chapters.
- Every meet will cover select nakyas, (each stands on its own)
- Will try to meet regularly, either weekly or every two to three weeks.
Since each chapter or nakaya is independent on its own, you can join at any session provided you have read the material for the discussion.
The book is available in many different formats, from free downloads to ($) hard copies, please see the links below.
ALSO NOTE: that we are here to read, exchange and help each other. We’re not here to expound. If you need deeper learnings, please go visit a Buddhist teaching center.
Intro video to Dharma Book Club (of NY)
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Eddie
- - - Where to get this book (Price as of write up of event) - - -
Free PDF: http://promienie.net/blog/philosophy-spirituality/buddhism/dharma-collection/item/172-middle-length-discourses-of-the-buddha
Free PFD: http://lirs.ru/lib/sutra/The_Middle_Length_Discourses(Majjhima_Nikaya),Nanamoli,Bodhi,1995.pdf
Hardcopy ($75) or Ebook ($30) by Wisdomexperience.org - https://wisdomexperience.org/product/middle-length-discourses-buddha/
Kindle ($38) or Hard Copy ($50), you can find it on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/086171072X?ie=UTF8&tag=bodhimonas-20&link_code=wql&camp=212361&creative=380601
