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Sravasti Abbey nuns visit Atlanta Sep 3 - 7, 2025!
Guided meditation & talks
Wednesday Sep 3 at 7:30pm at Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh Temple, all welcome
Thursday Sep 4 at 6pm at Emory University Cannon Chapel, all welcome
Georgia Buddhist Camp, Sep 5 - 7, 2025, www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com
NEW: Sunday September 7 at 6pm: Driving the Dharma Home, the late Geshe Dadul's book launch and Discussion at Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh in Atlanta
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Find your true nature with meditation in Atlanta in-town with Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh Buddhist Temple, ITP near East Atlanta Village.
Grant Park Meditation welcomes everyone for mindfulness and meditation small group practice. You don't need to have any experience - we'll provided mats, cushions, chairs, and guided meditation. Calm down, relax, focus your mind, and be more aware. Buddhist meditation can benefit people of all backgrounds. Please wear comfortable, modest clothes that are appropriate for respecting sacred spaces and preserving mindfulness.
We meet usually the first Wednesday night of the month 7:30 - 9pm for Meditation and Dharma Talk / Discussion; and the second Sunday of the month at 2 - 3pm for guided insight meditation.
Quang Minh Temple is the oldest Vietnamese Buddhist temple in the state and located near Zoo Atlanta, not far from Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, and downtown Atlanta. All of our events are offered for free; donations are appreciated.
www.grantparkmeditation.org
Chua Quang Minh temple is at:
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Supported by [AtlantaBuddhism.org](https://atlantabuddhism.org/)
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Driving the Dharma Home: Lighthearted Buddhist DiscussionChua Quang Minh, Atlanta, GA
American Buddhist nuns from Sravasti Abbey visit Atlanta this week!
Join us for talks on compassion, meditation, and an overnight camp for all ages, all welcome!
- Wednesday September 3 at 7:30pm: Meditation & Talk at Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh in Atlanta GrantParkMeditation.org
- Thursday September 4 at 6pm: Meditation & Talk at Emory Buddhist Club at Cannon Chapel on Emory University (free parking about 15 min away at Emory University garages like Peavine Lot)
- September 5 - 7: Georgia Buddhist Camp. For details and registration, visit: georgiabuddhistcamp.com
- NEW: Sunday September 7 at 6pm: Driving the Dharma Home, the late Geshe Dadul's book launch and Discussion at Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh in Atlanta
Driving might seem like a mundane part of daily life, but what if getting behind the steering wheel were part of our spiritual practice? Venerables Thubten Damcho and Dekyi will share from Sravasti Abbey's latest publication, Driving the Dharma Home by Geshe Dadul Namgyal, in which a learned Tibetan scholar reads the Georgia Driving Manual as a guide for cultivating compassion and wisdom in our daily lives.
These sessions are open to everyone, whether you’re new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner. There is no charge; donations are welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you!
Etiquette Reminders:
- Entrance to the right of the Buddha Hall
- Remove shoes before entering
- Maintain quiet reverence - avoid unnecessary or loud conversations
- Digital Detox: We encourage you to not use electronic devices for the session. Please be sure to silence your phone.
- Comfort and Modesty: Please wear clothes that are respectful and appropriate for sacred spaces (i.e., avoid bare shoulders and short shorts).
Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group at
Chua Quang Minh Temple
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Join our Community:
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InstagramSupported by AtlantaBuddhism.org
- Atlanta Guided Meditation and Soundbath in Grant ParkChua Quang Minh, Atlanta, GA
Everyone is welcome to try meditation! Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group invites you to relax, be aware, and discover your inner nature with our meditation sessions, located at Quang Minh Temple near Atlanta Zoo, Downtown Atlanta, and East Atlanta Village.
### Wednesday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation
One Wednesday of the Month, next date: August 6 & September 3, 7:30 PM - 9 PM
Teacher: Geshe Ngawang Phende
Geshe Ngawang Phende, a resident Tibetan monk at the Drepung Loseling Monastery in Brookhaven, will lead our Dharma Talk and meditation. Having recently shared teachings on transforming emotions, Geshe-la will continue to guide us in working with emotions in daily life. This session will conclude with a brief meditation led by Geshe-la to dedicate the practice for the benefit of all beings.September 3 will be special visiting guest nuns from Sravasti Abbey! www.sravastiabbey.org
### Sunday Afternoon Basic Meditation and/or Sound Bath
One Sunday of the Month , next date: August 3 and September 14, 2 PM - 3 PM
Facilitator: Peer practitioner / experienced lay meditator
Many of our volunteer leaders also help out at Georgia Buddhist Summer Camp since it began more than twelve years ago. Our meditation may focus on breath awareness, mindfulness, and compassion. This practice will include both seated and walking meditation to enrich the experience.*Visitors are also warmly invited to join our Vietnamese-language service at 11:30 AM Participants can engage in Vietnamese chanting, listen to sutra readings, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch with the community afterward.
These two sessions are open to everyone, whether you’re new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner. There is no charge; donations are welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you twice a month!
Etiquette Reminders:
- Entrance to the right of the Buddha Hall
- Remove shoes before entering
- Maintain quiet reverence
- Digital Detox: We encourage you to not use electronic devices for the session. Please be sure to silence your phone.
- Comfort and Modesty: Please wear clothes that are respectful and appropriate for sacred spaces (i.e., avoid bare shoulders and short shorts).
Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group at
Quang Minh Temple
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Join our Community:
Website
Facebook
InstagramSupported by AtlantaBuddhism.org
