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BIG YEAR of TEACHINGS at RBC
for 2012 for
Discovering Buddhism!
Public Talk and Teachings with
Lama Choedak Rinpoche
About Buddhism (What is the difference)
Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana
Some Theravadins consider that the Buddha did not teach Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, and regard them as mixed with Hinduism and not a pure form of Buddhism. Mahayananist and Vajrayanists on the other hand, view Theravadins as followers of the lowest teachings of Buddhism only concerned with their personal wish to attain Nirvana by mainly emphasizing renunciation and monasticism. These are the views of narrow-minded Asian and culturist Buddhists. Since the end of World War II, all three Yanas of Buddhism have spread to west. Now it is time to see the wholeness of Buddhism rather than see those three vehicles as different schools. All these three traditions are Buddhists as they all accept the Four Seals of Dharma and seek to refuge in the Triple Gem. In this lecture, Lama Choedak Rinpoche will highlight the different approaches of vehicles as merely different attitudes rather than different schools as such. He says : "It is time for Buddhists to come together and claim all these three as one valid teaching of the Buddha and collectively call it 'Ekayana' and develop mutual respect and learn from each other and promote peace and harmony amongst all."
Friday 17th.of February at 7pm. Karuna House 27 Cartwright St. Windsor
Cost by donation (suggest $10-$15)
Saturday 18th. of Feb. 9.30am.- 4.30pm
Theosophical Society 355 Wickham Terrace Brisbane (Spring Hill)
Death and Dying : Think of Death and get a new life
For most of us the thought of death and dying fills us with a feeling of fear, anxiety and sadness. But there is another way of looking at it. Accepting that death is inevitable and knowing and knowing what to do and preparing for it as an important part of life can in fact be a whole new beginning: We can stop this crazy race and slow down, assess what we really want out of life, stop worthless pursuits, mend past mistakes, honour those who are still alive, and start living with a renewed sense of joy and purpose. In this teaching, Lama Choedak will cover extensive material on the subject, including a whole teaching session on Bardo, the intermediate state, after death and how we help the dead by doing Soor prayer
Cost : $70 (concession available)
Sunday 19th. of Feb. 9.30am.- 4.30pm
Meditation on How to Remove Negative Karma
Difficulties and sufferings are created by negative deeds, words and thoughts. These are known as 'negative karma'. If the negative karmas are not removed they become physical illnesses, stress, lack of purpose and can cause severe depression. Negative karmas are a result of uncontrolled expression of destructive emotions, anger resentment and guilt. Destructive emotions are caused by ignorance which in turn is caused by clinging to the self and it's improper feelings, attitudes and perceptions. But negative karma can be removed and purified through holistic meditation.The most famous form of this meditation is known as 'Vajrasattva Purification Medtation' Lama Choedak Rinpoche will teach the 'Seven Profound Meditation Techniques' followed by transmission of Vajrasattva practice. This will empower you to remove negative karmas of onesself and others and become liberated from negative karma and evil energy.
Cost : $70 (concession available)
Morning Tea provided. Please bring own lunch
Booking phone RBC 33524730 email rongtonbrisbane@gmail.com
Returns April 6th for a Public Talk and
7th & 8th of April for the next chapter of Shantideva's "Way of the Bodhisattva"
Joyous Effort.
In these Teachings Loppon-la draws from both English and Tibetan translations of this seminal text and presents these teachings in a way that brings an inspiring sense of immediacy and inspiration to our contemporary way of life. Enjoy a peaceful and interesting weekend of Dharma teachings and good company.
Saturday and Sunday teachings will be held at RBC 28 Farm ST. Newmarket.
More details on Public Talk to come.
Check "Teachers" page for Loppon-la's details.
More extra-ordinary Sakya Masters !
Teachings in May!
11th/12th/13th of May
Khenpo Ngawang Damchoe
will be here in Brisbane to give a Public Talk & Teachings on the
"Parting from the Four Attachments"
By Chogyal Phakpa
These Sakya teachings are the overview all the "Mind Training" teachings laid down by many great masters in the Great Collection, in the Libriary of Tibetan Classics. They are applicable to all the schools within the Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Khenpo-la delivers his teachings in clear and concise english, and has an excellent understanding of the Western way of thought. See "Teachers" page for more of Khenpo-la's details
Please check this page for details as they come to hand
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