

Buddhist Society of Western Australia
Buddhist Society of Western Australia
Dharma talks from the tradition of Buddhist meditation master Ajahn Brahm and Australian Forest Sangha of monks and nuns presented by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia
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Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 34min
The Different Aspects of Meditation | Ajahn Appicchato | Armadale Meditation Group
Tuesday 18th March 2025
Ajahn Appicchato joins the Armadale Meditation Group on-line live. Armadale Meditation Group (AMG) is designed to teach you about meditation. The classes generally begin with chanting the Metta Sutta, then receiving meditation instructions and meditating together, followed by asking questions and finally if time remains listening to a Dhamma talk. However, the layout can vary. These weekly Tuesday night teachings are happening via Zoom from Bodhinyana Monastery.
If you wish to participate in these sessions, please e-mail the AMG Coordinator.
00:00:00 Metta Sutta
00:02:36 Introduction and meditation methods
00:18:33 Meditation
00:50:11 Q&A
01:32:30 Blessing Chant
01:33:55 Close
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BSWA teachings are available from:
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· BSWA Podcast Channel
· BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
· BSWA YouTube

Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
Anger | Ajahn Kassapa | Meditation at the Cambodian Society of WA
Monday 10th March 2025
Monday Night Meditation at the Cambodian Society of WA (CBSWA) with Venerable Kassapa. These weekly teachings give an introduction into meditation and some guidance and basics into the practice of the Buddhist Path. They usually consist of a short talk, thirty minute meditation and then questions & answers.
Chapters
00.00.00 Metta Sutta
00:03:52 Meditation
00:34:40 Dharma Talk
01:03:18 Blessing Chant
01:05:40 Close
If you wish to support the BSWA, please use this link Ko-Fi
BSWA teachings are available from:
· BSWA Teachings
· BSWA Podcast Channel
· BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
· BSWA YouTube
Teaching retrieved from CBSWA please visit to find out how to attend the monastery in person.

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Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 5min
Freedom and Addiction | Ajahn Brahmali | 14 March 2025
Ajahn Brahmali delves into the intricate relationship between freedom and addiction, showcasing how Buddhism can guide individuals toward liberation. Engaging stories reveal how mindfulness and meditation lead to profound transformations, including a remarkable recovery from addiction. The discussion also highlights karma's role in personal responsibility and the importance of compassion. Additionally, it warns against identity traps, advocating for a kind self-concept as key to spiritual growth and freedom.

Mar 17, 2025 • 28min
Friday Night Guided Meditation | Ajahn Brahmali | 14 March 2025
Ajahn Brahmali guides a meditation for about 30 minutes.
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BSWA teachings are available:
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BSWA Podcast Channel
BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
BSWA YouTube

Mar 16, 2025 • 1h 7min
Guided Meditation | Ajahn Brahmali | 15 March 2025
Ajahn Brahmali conducts an intermediate/ advanced meditation class for approximately one hour. Ajahn Brahmali continues his theme of the weekend by speaking on freedom and liberation in meditation.
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BSWA teachings are available:
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BSWA Podcast Channel
BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
BSWA YouTube

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 1min
Thinking About It Is Hard | Bhante Bodhidhaja | Kusala Hermitage Meditations
Thursday 13th March 2025
Bhante Bodhidhaja hosts this week's session at the Roleystone Family Centre for part 2 of a 2 part session. Please click here for part 1.
These weekly sessions are free and led by one of the Buddhist monks living in Roleystone at Kusala Hermitage. These sessions are usually one hour in length and held at the Roleystone Family Centre.
00:00:00 Introduction and examples of what meditation does
00:29:40 Meditation
00:59:00 Q&A
01:01:02 Close
If you wish to support the BSWA, please use this link Ko-Fi
BSWA teachings are available from:
· BSWA Teachings
· BSWA Podcast Channel
· BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
· BSWA YouTube

Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 4min
The Three Characteristics | Ajahn Kassapa | Meditation at the Cambodian Society of WA
Monday 03rd March 2025
Monday Night Meditation at the Cambodian Society of WA (CBSWA) with Venerable Kassapa. These weekly teachings give an introduction into meditation and some guidance and basics into the practice of the Buddhist Path. They usually consist of a short talk, thirty minute meditation and then questions & answers.
Chapters
00.00.00 Metta Sutta
00:03:52 Meditation
00:31:47 Dharma Talk
01:01:58 Blessing Chant
01:04:05 Close
If you wish to support the BSWA, please use this link Ko-Fi
BSWA teachings are available from:
· BSWA Teachings
· BSWA Podcast Channel
· BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
· BSWA YouTube
Teaching retrieved from CBSWA please visit to find out how to attend the monastery in person.

Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 5min
Wholesome Perception, Speech and Relationships | Venerable Radha | 7 March 2025
Venerable Radha explains that the way you perceive others shapes how you communicate with them and determines the nature of your relationship.
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BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
BSWA YouTube

Mar 10, 2025 • 31min
Friday Night Guided Meditation | Venerable Radha | 7 March 2025
Venerable Radha guides a meditation for about 30 minutes.
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BSWA Podcast Channel
BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
BSWA YouTube

Mar 9, 2025 • 1h 2min
Guided Meditation | Venerable Radha | 8 March 2025
Venerable Radha conducts an intermediate/ advanced meditation class for approximately one hour. Venerable Radha continues the theme from Friday night about fostering good relationships, guiding a meditation in which we consider the breath as a good friend, noticing how it feels and caring for it, and so creating a comforting, safe space in the here and now. Venerable Radha then guides us to soothe and comfort the emotions of our heart.
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BSWA teachings are available:
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BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel
BSWA YouTube


