Jul 28, 2024 | Latest
Since the time of the Buddha, it is traditional for the Sangha to spend the 3-month Rains Retreat (VASSA) in one location. Lay supporters invite the Sangha to stay in a certain place and pledge to provide whatever support Sangha members may require in terms of requisites.
Bhante and Sister have been invited to spend a long-deserved retreat at Aloka throughout VASSA 2024. Although they may not meet devotees personally, they will be dedicating the merits of their practice for the wellbeing of all members, devotees and sponsors.
If you would like to participate in the meritorious deed of supporting the needs of the Sangha and those staying at Aloka during this period, you are welcome to make a contribution.
May this merit accrue unto your spiritual wellbeing and happiness, and to the wellbeing and happiness of the many.
Rains Retreat Sponsorship 2024
May 17, 2024 | Latest
Bhante’s Vesak Dhamma Talk will be available on YouTube from 22-26 May 2024.
Do join us during this period for a meaningful Vesak wherever you are.
May 1, 2024 | Events, Latest, Programme
Vesak Eve – Tue 21 May, 7pm
Light offering* & candlelight procession
Chanting and meditation at the Aloka Stupa
Vesak Day – Wed 22 May
A day of quiet retreat:
9-11am Aloka Stupa open for meditation
11:30am Lunch dana
12:30-2pm Aloka Stupa open for meditation
Vesak Celebration – Sun 26 May
10am Chanting, meditation & blessings
11:30am Lunch dana
12:30pm Dhamma talk by Bhante Mahinda
The Aloka Stupa will be open after the talk until 3pm.
Dec 27, 2023 | Latest, News & Message
New Year greetings to all!
As we usher in the New Year 2024, let us pray for peace, harmony and stability in the world. Let us remind ourselves to cultivate those values that will give rise to peace and harmony within ourselves. The age-old values of reverence, humility, contentment and gratitude; along with DĀNA SĪLA BHĀVANĀ* – generosity, good conduct and a holistic approach to the cultivation and purification of the mind – will equip us to face the challenges of our time.
Amidst war, violence, disasters and growing hatred in the world today, we must remain calm and peaceful so that we will be able to care for one another and work for the welfare and happiness of the many. We need to have peace within ourselves in order to live in harmony with others.
Hatred is not overcome by hatred, but by love and love alone.[1] Hence the need for the cultivation of METTĀ or loving-kindness. Those who are familiar with the cultivation of METTĀ should take their practice to another level. Those who are new to this practice should learn more about METTĀ and start practising immediately. METTĀ will protect us from the negative energies and thoughts rampant around the world today.
The world needs METTĀ to heal the divides amongst races, religions and nations.
We rejoice with the generosity of all our Dana providers as well as all those who have committed themselves to the cultivation of METTĀ and mindfulness through our weekly sessions on SAMATHA VIPASSANĀ over the past year. We hope you will continue with your practice and encourage others as well. (Weekly sessions will recommence on Sunday, 18 February 2024.)
In these challenging times, we need to turn to spirituality through the cultivation of METTĀ and other Dhamma practices, and invoke the blessings, guidance and protection of the Buddha Dhamma Sangha for all.
May the lunar Year of the Dragon – a symbol of power, honour and success – lay the foundation for peace, prosperity and stability in the world.
Wishing you all a happy and prosperous New Year.
May the blessings of the Buddha Dhamma Sangha be with you all always.
*Click here to read DĀNA SĪLA BHĀVANĀ by Bhante Mahinda.
[1] Dhammapada verse 5.
Dec 21, 2023 | Events, Latest, Programme
Aloka Stupa open to public, 12pm-2pm
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