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Nov 1, 2024 • 1h 10min

May the Flames That Transmute Samsara Into Nirvana Arise

In this insightful discussion, Jnanadhara, a spiritual teacher at the Dublin Buddhist Centre, dives deep into the transformative flames of mindfulness. He explores how mindfulness can help transmute emotions and lead us from samsara to nirvana. Drawing on Tantric symbolism and his love for poetry and music, he illustrates the importance of awareness in reshaping our experiences. Listeners are encouraged to find harmony and deepen their connection with nature, ultimately discovering a more sacramental world through the power of mindfulness.
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Oct 26, 2024 • 54min

In the Lands of the Siddhas

Padmavajra, a speaker delving into the lives of the Mahasiddhas, shares compelling stories of early Buddhist Tantric adept journeys. He recounts Sangharakshita's enlightening encounters with a one-eyed Tantric in India. The conversation highlights the transformative power of meditation and the call for Buddhists to embody love and compassion in addressing societal conflicts. Padmavajra evokes the mystical Land of the Five Jnanas, encouraging listeners to harness love as a healing force in a troubled world.
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Oct 19, 2024 • 57min

Blessing In Everyday Life : The Power of Padmasambhava

Delve into the transformative teachings of Padmasambhava as they explore resilience, mindfulness, and the journey of personal growth. Discover how awareness can unravel internal obstacles like greed and hatred, leading to true happiness. Topics include confronting past trauma and the healing power of emotional release, while practical exercises inspire deeper self-understanding. Celebrate the significance of present moment awareness and its ability to foster profound change in everyday life.
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Oct 12, 2024 • 57min

The Lady of Tibet Yeshe Tsogyal

Dive into the remarkable life of Yeshe Tsogyal, a key figure in Buddhist history, as her journey unfolds through societal challenges and profound insights. Explore the transformative power of ethical teachings in Buddhism and how they guide personal growth. Discover personal anecdotes that reveal the importance of love and facing consequences. The discussion also highlights the significance of engaging with core Buddhist principles, ensuring they are treated as living treasures rather than passive concepts.
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Oct 5, 2024 • 52min

Preparing to Enter the Cave of the Heart

Discover how to prepare for spiritual teachings and meet reality with humility and courage. Journey through art as compassion unfolds in Rembrandt's works, transforming perspectives. Embrace the unknown on your path, navigating anxiety with open-mindedness. Explore the importance of genuine spiritual connections and how silence enhances relationships. Delve into the significance of bowing and spiritual lineage, recognizing gratitude's role in deepening your practice.
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Sep 28, 2024 • 53min

Amoghasiddhi: The Call of the Forest

Ksantikara delves us deeper into the mandala of the five Buddhas by. evoking the mystery, power and courage of the deep-green Buddha Amoghasiddhi. Ksantikara extols us to be brave enough to encounter the depths of our being. And from the depths to gather the power to act, to move towards enlightenment and set ourselves free. Given at London Buddhist Centre as part of the series The Symbolic World of the Five Buddha Mandala, 2019. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  
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Sep 21, 2024 • 49min

Amitabha's Infinite Light

Padmasagara, a speaker known for his deep insights into Buddhist teachings, discusses Buddha Amitabha and the essence of compassion. He shares three captivating stories that illustrate Amitabha's radiant love and the transformative power of true compassion. The dialogue explores the Bodhisattva ideal, emphasizing selflessness in the journey toward enlightenment. One poignant tale involves Kissa Gotami, who learns about impermanence and finds solace through her grief, ultimately discovering enlightenment.
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Sep 14, 2024 • 37min

Beauty As a Path to Freedom

Allow life to flourish in the realm of Ratnasambhava. Garavavati explores the symbols, wisdom and transformational power of the yellow Buddha in the southern realm of the Five Buddha Mandala. This talk was given on London Buddhist Centre’s Winter Retreat, 2022. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  
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Sep 7, 2024 • 29min

Akshobhya: Transforming Hatred into the Mirror-like Wisdom

Vajrapriya, a distinguished speaker, explores the profound symbolism of Akshobhya, shedding light on how to transform hatred into mirror-like wisdom. They delve into the process of converting negative emotions into compassion, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection in personal growth. Listeners are guided through the journey from outrage to understanding, highlighting the value of recognizing our shared humanity. This engaging discussion offers practical insights for applying these powerful concepts in everyday life.
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Aug 31, 2024 • 1h 3min

Moon of the Mind

A clear and passionate talk, looking at bodhicitta and its twin aspects of love and letting go: wisdom and compassion. Maitrisiddhi explores the role of paradox and how we need to 'hold two necessary ideas together' without polarising between them. Given at Taraloka Retreat Centre as part of the Taraloka & Tiratanaloka online Great Gathering weekend, for women training for ordination and Order Members, 2021. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  

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