About us
This group is for anyone interested in Buddhism or anyone simply wishing to try out Buddhist meditation in a relaxed and friendly setting. Sessions are led by experienced meditators who give an introduction to tranquillity meditation to help develop a calm and peaceful state of mind. This meditation technique is common to all Buddhist schools and our particular transmission is from the Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism. For those who would also like to find out more about Buddhist ideas and beliefs, our Discover Buddhism classes combine tranquillity meditation with a talk on a key topic. After each class, there is also time to ask questions and talk to fellow meditators. Every session is open to all and no booking is required.
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Buddhist Philosophy and Meditation
Sakya Buddhist Centre, 121 Sommerville Road, Bristol, BS6 5BX, GBEvery Tuesday we welcome anyone that's interested in learning about the basics of Buddhist philosophy and meditation. Despite our busy modern lives it's still possible to experience the transformative power of Buddhism's teachings on such topics as loving kindness, compassion, impermanence, and karma to name just a few.
Each session includes a short talk and reflection on Buddhist ideas as well as tranquillity meditation (with full instructions). Chairs or cushions provided.
Sessions are led by Miranda, Liz, Deborah and Simon; all students of the renowned Buddhist master, Lama Jampa Thaye.
There is no charge for these sessions but we do encourage donations, which help us to maintain the Sakya Buddhist Centre and its activities. Whatever you feel able to offer. You can donate here: http://www.sakyabristol.org/donations/
Refreshments provided after if you want to stay and chat.
For more resources click here: https://www.sakyabristol.org/whats-on/bristol-buddhist-meditation-classes/discover-buddhism-videos-for-meditation-and-reflection/
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Diamond Sky - gaining freedom through ethics, meditation and wisdom
Sakya Buddhist Centre, 121 Sommerville Road, Bristol, BS6 5BX, GBThe Buddha nature, or the capacity for unlimited wisdom, compassion and energy is right here and now in everyone. However, like a Buddha statue in a mould, it is not currently accessible to us.
Over the coming weeks, we'll go through an accessible and practical account of the Buddhist path, showing step by step how it is possible to uncover the mind's true nature. You can find out more about 'Diamond Sky', the text we'll be using, here.
Session format
Each week we start with some meditation to settle the mind (instructions given) followed by some content and reflection. There is also time for conversation and coffee from 11.30am.Course instructors
There are four instructors for this course: Adrian, Ed, Emma and Rachel and you can read more about us here.Course text and attendance
Copies of the course text are available at the Centre but there's no need to have one (unless you wish to!), just come along. Whilst this is a course, you're welcome to attend to any sessions you can make. You may find a notebook handy to remember key points.Donations
There is no charge for these sessions but we welcome donations, which help us to maintain the Sakya Buddhist Centre and its activities. You can donate here or at the Centre.If you'd like to take a look at some helpful content, you'll find lots of resources here.
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1 attendeeBuddhist Philosophy and Meditation
Sakya Buddhist Centre, 121 Sommerville Road, Bristol, BS6 5BX, GBEvery Tuesday we welcome anyone that's interested in learning about the basics of Buddhist philosophy and meditation. Despite our busy modern lives it's still possible to experience the transformative power of Buddhism's teachings on such topics as loving kindness, compassion, impermanence, and karma to name just a few.
Each session includes a short talk and reflection on Buddhist ideas as well as tranquillity meditation (with full instructions). Chairs or cushions provided.
Sessions are led by Miranda, Liz, Deborah and Simon; all students of the renowned Buddhist master, Lama Jampa Thaye.
There is no charge for these sessions but we do encourage donations, which help us to maintain the Sakya Buddhist Centre and its activities. Whatever you feel able to offer. You can donate here: http://www.sakyabristol.org/donations/
Refreshments provided after if you want to stay and chat.
For more resources click here: https://www.sakyabristol.org/whats-on/bristol-buddhist-meditation-classes/discover-buddhism-videos-for-meditation-and-reflection/
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