Meditation and Buddhism Classes

Each Wednesday at 7.00 pm. we have a meditation class for those familiar with meditation practice. The evening usually consists of a period of mediation, a tea break, followed by a period of study and discussion and ending around 9.15PM. You are very welcome to join us.

If you are new to Buddhism or wish to learn mediation, and are unable to attend one of our courses [See following], we are able to provide a brief introduction to meditation practice, on this same evening.

Courses and Retreats

Announcing!

One day

Meditation Courses

Bardon

These courses are designed for those new to meditation practice, or simply interested. During each course two traditional Buddhist meditations will be explained, and instruction given in sitting technique. There will also be ample time for discussion, Q & A, and cushions will be provided.

Dates:
     Sun. 19th April 2009
     Sun. 10th May 2009

Times:
     9.30am for 10.00am start.
     3.00pm finish [approx.]

Course leader:
     Buddhadasa [Hugh Evans] who is a senior member of the Western Buddhist Order.
     Shared vegetarian lunch. Please bring plate.
     No charge. Donations welcome!

Please book – places limited!

Venue:
     46 Soudan Street
     Bardon
     QLD 4840

Contact details and all enquiries: See below.


What is the FWBO?

The Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (FWBO) was founded in 1968 by Sangharakshita, an Englishman who spent sixteen years as a Buddhist monk in the East. Having returned to England in the mid-1960s he saw the need for a new Buddhist movement that was faithful to the values and teachings of the Buddhist tradition and was relevant to the conditions of the modern world. Sangharakshita believed it would be a mistake to attempt to practice a form of Buddhism already in existence in Asia in the very different conditions in which he now found himself. At the same time he also did not want to water Buddhism down to suit modern tastes. Instead he attempted to base the new movement on the core teachings that underlie all of the schools of Buddhism, and to apply the principles deriving from them in the modern world. Worldwide there are now around eighty FWBO urban Centres and Retreat Centres, and activities in over twenty countries. more ...

When no course is currently available we suggest that our regular Wednesday evening class at 7PM is a possible alternative. There's a period of meditation, [instruction provided if necessary] the usual cup of tea and then a period for discussion. It's all very informal.

Contact details

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T:	07-3369 4840
Address:	46 Soudan Street Bardon QLD 4840
Directions:	Due to the one-way system in the area entry is via Warburton St. off Boundry St. or, if travelling north, via Greer St.