Creating compassion for the cries of the world

How can we, as Buddhist practitioners, respond with compassion in a world marked by chaos and uncertainty?

What is the Dharmic response to meet the cries of the world, our own and others’?
How can we draw on the richness of the Dharma to respond with honesty, courage, and inspiration?

This retreat is especially intended for people with prior experience in the Triratna Buddhist Community—particularly Mitras and Order Members—though others with relevant experience are welcome.

It will include in-depth discussion, workshop-style engagement, devotional ritual, meditation, and personal reflection. A working knowledge of key Triratna practices will be assumed, as these will not be retaught at a foundational level.

While there will be periods of silence (including overnight), this is not a silent meditation retreat. Dialogue and shared inquiry are central to exploring the themes and transforming our understanding into action.

Together, we will explore what it means to practice an engaged Buddhism—as Dharma practitioners living spiritually in times of social, economic, and ecological uncertainty.

How can we practice—individually and collectively—in a way that embodies the spirit of the Bodhisattva: grounded in wisdom, moved by compassion, and committed to awakening both ourselves and the world?

RETREAT CATEGORY:TRIRATNA

This retreat is suitable for those who have a regular meditation practice and who regularly attend retreats, a centre or a group within the context of the Triratna Buddhist Community. You will also need to be familiar with, and happy to participate in, Triratna Buddhist devotional practice and ritual (puja), be comfortable with extended periods of sitting meditation and the possibility on some retreats of periods spent in silence.

We now have a Pay Monthly option for longer retreats to make retreats more accessible for people. You can choose that option during payment.

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