Dharma Day

This year the Ipswich Sangha will be celebrating Dharma Day with a focus on Milarepa. This 11th century Tibetan had an extraordinary life story. He produced many songs and poems; became a famed meditator and he was a man of wisdom. Urgyen Sangharakshita (Bhante), the founder of our Buddhist Community – Triratna – wrote about Milarepa, and during our Dharma Day celebrations, we will be referring to Bhante’s works and other writings connected with the great Tibetan. We will have a chance to explore these great works and discover their relevance to our own practice today.

Please bring vegan food to share. It’s great if you can come to the whole day, though otherwise join us at a suitable time as indicated below – Love Dayasara

10.00am – Doors Open
10.30am – Meditation
11.15am – Break
11.30am – The Life and Songs of Milarepa- input from Dayasara, followed by group discussions
12.45pm -2pm – Lunch
2pm – 3.15pm – Milarepa in Bhante Sangharakshita’s presentation of the Dharma- introduced by Dayasara, with group discussions
3.15pm – Break
3.30pm -4.15pm – Sevenfold Puja.

The Centre will open at 10am for a 10.30am start. We finish at 4.15pm. This event is suitable for people who are familiar with the two meditations taught here: the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana, and are also open to Buddhist ritual – called Puja.

The event is offered without charge but please remember that the Centre is powered by your generosity. GIVING PAGE

Is this event suitable for me?

This event is suitable for those familiar with our two meditations, The Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana.

Do I need to pay?

These events are offered without charge however we encourage donations on every visit to the Centre. There is a contactless donation system at the Centre or you can donate online using the link above.

Do I need to book?

No. Just turn up. Please bring vegan food to chare at lunchtime to share.