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Ven. Kovido Bhikku, Cambridge Buddha Metta Monastery
Sunday 17 April 2016, 17:15-18:30
Introduction to Fundamental Theravadin Buddhist trainings
- 👤 Speaker: Ven. Kovido Bhikku, Cambridge Buddha Metta Monastery
- 📅 Date & Time: Sunday 17 April 2016, 17:15 - 18:30
- 📍 Venue: Knights Room, Westcott House, Jesus Lane, Cambridge CB5 8BP.
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Abstract
The talk will emphasise on trainings or cultivations of the mind/heart as opposed to practices. It will answer the following questions related to the Buddhist training and practice- What’s the difference between practice and training?
- Why training and train in the first place?
- Are there any necessary views or beliefs that are required?
- What are the goals?
The talk is part of a special “Buddhist Talk and Meditation” session beginning at 17:00. The talk will be followed by a discussion and a guided meditation. You are welcome to take part in the whole event or just come for the talk. The full event programme is as follows:
- 17:00 Welcome and short chanting
- 17:15 Talk by Ven. Kovido on “Introduction to Fundamental Theravadin Buddhist trainings”
- 18:15 Questions and answers
- 18:30 Guided meditation
- 18:45 Personal question time for those who have one
- 19:00 End
- 18:50 Short chanting
- 19:00 Refreshments
This event is free and open to all. A map of the location is available at https://goo.gl/maps/ub3Zh65RjEn
Series This talk is part of the Buddhist Society Talks series.
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