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January 14, 2013 Bodhichitta Arising
The real Bodhichitta is neither individualistic nor altruistic. In today's FBA Dharmabyte "Bodhicitta Arising" Sangharakshita talks with us about Stream Entry, a radical transformation in the nature of Going for Refuge, and the four levels of the arising of the Bodhichitta. This is an excerpt from the talk "Looking Ahead a Little Way" by Sangharakshita in 1999.
9 min
January 12, 2013 Buddhism: A Force for Good in the World
In this week's FBA Podcast , "Buddhism: A Force for Good in the World" Vajragupta explores the potential of the Buddha's teachings to transform society, starting with seeing how the Dhamma has helped millions of people who've suffered under the Hindu caste system change their lives. He asks how we've done in bringing this part of Bhante's vision into being in the last 40 years, and encourages us to take opportunities to change society, including helping activists in positive change, and bringing a Buddhist perspective to current social debates.
43 min
January 10, 2013 Diversity in the Triratna Buddhist Order
We decided to publish a short talk today for our FBA Dharmabyte: "Diversity in the Triratna Buddhist Order," by Saddhanandi given in 2003. Saddhanandi, 'She who delights in Faith', is the Chair of Taraloka Retreat Centre for Women. Here she talks about her own life, past and present, as a process of uncovering the true art of living. This talk is part of the series "Diversity in the Western Buddhist Order".
17 min
January 07, 2013 Transforming the World
Today's FBA Dharmabyte "Transforming the World," has us reflecting on the question: Is it possible to create a society in which all social, economic, and political arrangements will support the development of true individuality? From the talk, "A Blueprint for a New World" by Sangharakshita given in 1976 as part of the series "Buddhism for Today and Tomorrow."
7 min
January 05, 2013 Buddhism and Peace
In this week's FBA Podcast , "Buddhism and Peace" Parami thoughtfully asks: What is peace? And what does peace mean for Buddhists? Is it just the absence of war and conflict; guns and screaming?

Or is it also the deep silence that arises when the mind and heart are in harmony – a positive state of mind that can be cultivated both personally and collectively, where good and evil don't exist as concepts?

This talk was given by Parami at Manchester Buddhist Centre on 30th July 2011 in the series Buddhism and the Big Questions.
58 min
January 03, 2013 Peace Arising
In today's FBA Dharmabyte "Peace Arising," Candradasa describes the unskillfulness of guilt and the positive mental states of hri and apapatrapya in the process of peace arising. Candradasa is the director of Dharmachakra, the charity that brings you Free Buddhist Audio and thebuddhistcentre.com. From the talk "Sex and Morality: Going Beyond Puritanism" as part of the series, "Religion Without God" given at the Portsmouth Buddhist Center, Portsmouth, NH, USA.
7 min
December 31, 2012 Finding Inner Peace
Today's FBA Dharmabyte "Finding Inner Peace,"asks: Is Peace Enough? Are we able to meet even the little frustrating moments with calm, positive intent? With a beautiful reading from the Dhammapada we are reminded that when we can meet anger and hatred with love, it does have a positive effect in the world. This short, thoughtful reflection is an excerpt from the talk "Buddhism and Peace" given by Parami at Manchester Buddhist Centre on 30th July 2011 in the series Buddhism and the Big Questions.
6 min
December 29, 2012 Dhyana Paramita, the Perfection of Meditation
In this week's FBA Podcast , Kamalashila introduces the fifth perfection: "Dhyana Paramita, the Perfection of Meditation." Kamalashila is the author of 'Buddhist Meditation: Tranquillity, Imagination, Insight', an excellent manual on the practice of Buddhist meditation. Talk given at the West London Buddhist Centre, 2012.
1 hr 3 min
December 27, 2012 Befriending One’s Self In Meditation
Today's FBA Dharmabyte "Befriending One's Self In Meditation," is short talk by Bodhilila given at the London Buddhist Centre meditation day on July 15th 2012. Bodhilila has worked as a musician, massage therapist, counsellor and teacher. She lives in a women’s community and teaches meditation and Buddhism at the West London Buddhist Centre.
14 min
December 24, 2012 My Practice in Everyday Life
Our FBA Dharmabyte today,"My Practice in Everyday Life," is one of a series of short talks given for the Triratna [FWBO] International Urban Retreat of 2009, where Order Members from around the world speak about their life and practice. Kamaladevi is an Order Member living and working in Auckland, New Zealand. Here she talks about doing the mindful "dance" of self and other in her work at a busy community library.
6 min

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