Friday, July 11, 2008
e-mails
My deepest gratitude and eternal blessings to you for inviting me to witness Ajahn Brahm, which was a turning point in my life. He is indeed out of this world. I must confess that it was the first time in 12 years, since my father passed away, that I feel that I no longer have to carry around the self placed guilt over this untimely death.
Thank you Piyal.
Take good care of yourself and looking forward to seeing you soon.
Best wishes,
R.
Thank you Piyal.
Take good care of yourself and looking forward to seeing you soon.
Best wishes,
R.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Comments from Face Book
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Re: Ajahn Brahm
Hi again, Piyal.
Thank-you for information. That website was very helpful for many, including myself. The Ajahn Brahm events were perfectly planned and conducted. I think I saw you at the Ontario Science Centre. The gentleman in your profile picture looks like someone I met at the Toronto Mahavihara. Ajahn Brahm has inspired many. I got a copy signed for my mother. What a wonderful series you helped organize. Thank you very much for your effort and dedication. =)
at 11:36pm on June 28th, 2008
A HUGE Thank you to the organizers who inviting Ajahn Brahm to Toronto. I met him for the first time and it has been an honour to meet such a friendly and wise Dhamma teacher who has inspired me more than any other to meditate.
May he attain Nibbana ASAP!
May he attain Nibbana ASAP!
Arijit Das (Montreal, QC) wrote
at 9:56pm on June 28th, 2008
at 9:56pm on June 28th, 2008
I have attended both of his talk and Teacher Brahm was simply amazing. I Wished I could have stayed longer and attend all of his talks during the visit, unfortunately, I had to get back to Montreal. Ajahn Brahm was great, my wish of hearing him in person just came true, its so much different from listening from youtube or podcast. Brahm's talk, thoughts and wisdom had touched every audience's heart. Piyal , other organizers and volunteers did an amazing job, I personally and sincerely thank them for having Ajahn Brahm in Toronto.
Kevin McGinley wrote
at 10:36pm on June 27th, 2008
at 10:36pm on June 27th, 2008
So far the Toronto trip has been wonderful. Last night Ajahn gave a great teaching at the Science Centre on the Secret to Happiness. He followed up tonight with a talk on the Power of the Mind. His enthusiam and energy is inspiring. We are so lucky to have him visit Toronto.
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June News Release
1569 Cormack Crescent, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5E 2P8
Telephone: 905 891 8412, http://www.westendbuddhist.org/
Renowned Buddhist Monk Ajahn Brahm to visit Toronto June 26th
Seminar will include latest research on benefits of “loving-kindness” Meditation
Toronto - Buddhist Monk Ajahn Brahm will bring his humour and insight to Toronto, June 26th, 2008 and unveil his new book and discuss the benefits of meditation.
“There has been some amazing research into meditation and how it physically changes the brain,” says Ajahn Brahm. “Studies have shown that cultivating compassion and kindness through meditation affects brain regions that can indeed make a person more empathetic to other peoples’ mental states.”
Buddhists have long known the benefits of meditation. Western society is now taking an interest in its benefits. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have published a study that was the first to use functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to indicate that positive emotions such as loving-kindness can be learned.
Recognition that meditation can heal has great potential for children and adults. Children may be helped to stop bullying and adults may be relieved of recurring depression. Richard Davidson, professor of psychiatry and psychology at UW-Madison and associate scientist Antoine Lutz studied a group of Tibetan monks and lay practitioners who have practiced meditation for a minimum of 10,000 hours. Their use of the MRI indicated changes to the brain in mapping bodily responses to emotion.
In April, a movie titled “The Dhamma Brothers” was released in New York to rave reviews. The film is set in an overcrowded maximum-security prison and focuses on primarily, four inmates that are likely to be warehoused until the end of their days. However, during a gruelling 10 days of an intense ancient meditation program, it is clear these men have been changed forever, having experienced “loving-kindness” through meditation, as a result exposing their hardened souls into feeling empathy for others.
“The Dhamma Brothers” is a rather dramatic example of how peace and love for others can be achieved through meditation,” says Ajahn Brahm. “Loving-kindness and compassion are central to Buddhist beliefs and it is exciting to see traditional science coming to accept its benefits.”
Ajahn Brahm is the author of two books on Buddhism. The first book was “Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung: Inspiring Stories for Welcoming Life's Difficulties.” This book became an instant hit among the readers in North America, which was introduced during his last visit to Canada, three years ago.
His latest book is “Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond: A Meditator's Handbook.” Well known Buddhist author Glenn Wallis says that “readers seeking a sure guide to ‘bliss better than sex’ will find it in this wonderful book.”
Ajahn Brahm, born in working-class London in 1951, won a scholarship to study Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University, where he obtained a Masters Degree. He became interested in Buddhism in his teen years, and after obtaining his degree and pursuing teaching, he decided to go to Thailand and deepen his commitment.
Ajahn Brahm was ordained at age 23. He uses his humorous story telling and teaching experience to educate people about Buddhist teachings.
“The idea that you can achieve peace from within, despite the constant deluge of negative thought we are surrounded by today is central to Buddhist philosophy of tolerance and harmony, “says Ajahn Brahm.
Ajahn Brahm will be the guest speaker at Ontario Science Centre in Toronto on June 26th, 2008 at 7pm.
Telephone: 905 891 8412, http://www.westendbuddhist.org/
Renowned Buddhist Monk Ajahn Brahm to visit Toronto June 26th
Seminar will include latest research on benefits of “loving-kindness” Meditation
Toronto - Buddhist Monk Ajahn Brahm will bring his humour and insight to Toronto, June 26th, 2008 and unveil his new book and discuss the benefits of meditation.
“There has been some amazing research into meditation and how it physically changes the brain,” says Ajahn Brahm. “Studies have shown that cultivating compassion and kindness through meditation affects brain regions that can indeed make a person more empathetic to other peoples’ mental states.”
Buddhists have long known the benefits of meditation. Western society is now taking an interest in its benefits. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have published a study that was the first to use functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to indicate that positive emotions such as loving-kindness can be learned.
Recognition that meditation can heal has great potential for children and adults. Children may be helped to stop bullying and adults may be relieved of recurring depression. Richard Davidson, professor of psychiatry and psychology at UW-Madison and associate scientist Antoine Lutz studied a group of Tibetan monks and lay practitioners who have practiced meditation for a minimum of 10,000 hours. Their use of the MRI indicated changes to the brain in mapping bodily responses to emotion.
In April, a movie titled “The Dhamma Brothers” was released in New York to rave reviews. The film is set in an overcrowded maximum-security prison and focuses on primarily, four inmates that are likely to be warehoused until the end of their days. However, during a gruelling 10 days of an intense ancient meditation program, it is clear these men have been changed forever, having experienced “loving-kindness” through meditation, as a result exposing their hardened souls into feeling empathy for others.
“The Dhamma Brothers” is a rather dramatic example of how peace and love for others can be achieved through meditation,” says Ajahn Brahm. “Loving-kindness and compassion are central to Buddhist beliefs and it is exciting to see traditional science coming to accept its benefits.”
Ajahn Brahm is the author of two books on Buddhism. The first book was “Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung: Inspiring Stories for Welcoming Life's Difficulties.” This book became an instant hit among the readers in North America, which was introduced during his last visit to Canada, three years ago.
His latest book is “Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond: A Meditator's Handbook.” Well known Buddhist author Glenn Wallis says that “readers seeking a sure guide to ‘bliss better than sex’ will find it in this wonderful book.”
Ajahn Brahm, born in working-class London in 1951, won a scholarship to study Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University, where he obtained a Masters Degree. He became interested in Buddhism in his teen years, and after obtaining his degree and pursuing teaching, he decided to go to Thailand and deepen his commitment.
Ajahn Brahm was ordained at age 23. He uses his humorous story telling and teaching experience to educate people about Buddhist teachings.
“The idea that you can achieve peace from within, despite the constant deluge of negative thought we are surrounded by today is central to Buddhist philosophy of tolerance and harmony, “says Ajahn Brahm.
Ajahn Brahm will be the guest speaker at Ontario Science Centre in Toronto on June 26th, 2008 at 7pm.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
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Sunday, March 9, 2008
Pictures from the 2005 visit to Toronto
Ajahn Brahm addressing the crowd in Toronto, 2005
Book signing
With the resident monks at the Mississauga Buddhist Centre
Having the morning meal
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