TRIRATNA BUDDHIST COMMUNITY (LEEDS)

Overview

The Triratna Buddhist Community (Leeds) is a UK-based nonprofit organization operating as a registered charity under the number 1132691. It runs the Leeds Buddhist Centre, which is part of the broader Triratna Buddhist Community. The organization is dedicated to exploring and sharing the Dharma, or the teachings of the Buddha, through various activities and events.

Activities and Programs

The centre offers a range of programs designed to foster mindfulness, meditation, and bodywork, along with Buddhist teachings. These include weekly drop-in sessions for newcomers, weekly sangha nights for regular attendees, meditation drop-ins, and day retreats. Additionally, the centre hosts social and cultural events, contributing to a vibrant community life.

Philosophy and Approach

The Triratna Buddhist Community (Leeds) adopts a new tradition of Buddhism, drawing from diverse Buddhist traditions to present teachings in a way accessible to a Western audience. This approach emphasizes personal growth and spiritual development through practices like meditation and communal activities, aiming to cultivate qualities such as clarity, kindness, energy, sensitivity, and calmness.

Legal Status

The organization is a self-funding charitable company and a registered place of religious worship. It operates with a focus on community service and spiritual development, adhering to the principles of Buddhist teachings.

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