Dhamma Talks

These Dhamma talks were given to students at the University of Manitoba, the University of Winnipeg, and various church groups. A few of the talks were given on special request. The talks were prepared based on the topics selected by the requester.

Practicing the Dhamma with a view to Nibbana July 2023

 
This presentation was given at the request of the members of the Ambedka Association of North America. It is an introduction to Practicing the Dhamma with a View to Nibbana and covers morality, concentration and wisdom with emphasis on the practice of Insight or Mindfulness Meditation. The presentation inspires and encourages the participants to move from the theory to the practice of the Dhamma. It concludes by highlighting the urgency to practice.

Mindfulness and its Correlation to Nibbana 2017 - 617KB

 
This article was written to encourage healthcare professionals and workers interested in the teachings of the Buddha to move towards the serious practice of mindfulness meditation.

Children who have seen the Buddha - 155KB

 
An article written for Venerable Piyatissa, Maha Thera, New York Buddhist Vihara. Includes Select Writings from students

Mindfulness for Youth - 100KB

 
An article written to introduce youth to Mindfulness Meditation.

Mindfulness for Wellness - 92KB

 
An article written for the “Spirituality for Wellness” Newsletter based on a program at Health Science Centre (University of Manitoba Teaching Hospital), Winnipeg

Spiritual Friend - 136KB

 
An article written for the Manitoba Buddhist Vihara on the Importance of selecting a sincere spiritual friend.

Buddhist Virtue of Compassion and Loving Kindness - 124KB

 
A talk presented at the University of Manitoba, World Religions Class.

Buddhist Perspective of World Peace - 113KB

 
A talk presented at the World Religions Conference at the University of Manitoba.

Residential Schools - 206KB

 
A talk presented at the University of Winnipeg on the “Buddha’s Teachings for healing”. Buddhist perspective of possible solutions for the tragic effects from Canada’s Residential schools.

Appeal of Buddhism in the West - 390KB

 
A talk first presented at the University of Winnipeg Eastern Religions Class.

Understanding Some Key Concepts of Buddhist Thought - 161KB

 
A paper submitted at University of Manitoba on “Theoretical Approach to Eastern Religions”.

Buddhist Logic, Book Review - 120KB

 
A paper submitted at the University of Manitoba on a Book review of “Buddhist Logic Volume I” by Stcherbatsky.

What is Yoga Final - 146KB

 
A paper Submitted at University of Manitoba on “A Theravada Buddhist Perspective on the Theory and Practice of Yoga”

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