Dhammarati

In this insightful talk, Dhammarati—an experienced Buddhist teacher—examines the transformative moment of the Buddha's enlightenment and its lasting impact on contemporary practitioners. He discusses the 'awakening mind' and the importance of bodhicitta, drawing from personal meditation experiences. Listeners will learn about the qualities essential for successful meditation and how the Brahma Viharas can foster compassion, joy, and equanimity, guiding individuals on a path to personal and collective awakening.

Dhammarati, a senior Triratna teacher, dives into the intricacies of Triratna's system of practice. He emphasizes the need for confidence in a spiritual framework and explores the balance between rigidity and flexibility in practice. With a focus on lineage, he discusses what traditions we pass down and how to integrate diverse methods of meditation. Dhammarati highlights the importance of going for refuge and shares insights on meditation's relation to ethics and transformation. His encouraging perspective makes the challenges of spiritual training feel more attainable.

Dhammarati, an experienced member of the Triratna Community, discusses a new project called Sikkha. He reflects on the essence of Buddhist practice, the growth of awareness, and the importance of joy and compassion. The Sikkha project aims to deepen understanding and develop a shared framework for teaching and practice within the Triratna community. They explore the effectiveness of practice, the developments in the Western Buddhist Order, and the importance of creating a community with shared practice.