Making Friends on the Buddhist Path

Here is another article from Lion's Roar by Norman Fischer | May 12, 2017

Because we are fundamentally alone when we meditate, it’s easy to think of Buddhism as a solitary path. That’s a mistake, says Zen teacher Norman Fischer. He extols the beauty and benefit of spiritual friendship.

Illustration by Mark T. Morse.

"Once the Buddha’s disciple Ananda asked him about friendship......"

What is Sangha? by Thich Nhat Hanh

Lion's Roar published this article on July 7, 2017.

Thich Nhat Hanh explains that sangha is more than a community, it’s a deep spiritual practice.

Photo by Paul Davis.

"A sangha is a community of friends practicing the dharma together......"

Coming in March: Day of Mindfulness

On Saturday March 16th there will be a Day of Mindfulness at the home of Pamela Goddard.  Stay tuned for details in our next newsletter.  If you would like to receive our monthly newsletter and other announcements by email you can subscribe here.

Thich Nhat Hanh's Health Update: Lunar New Year 2019

The Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation made the following announcement on February 4th about Thay's health during the Lunar New Year preparation. 

Thay and the Sangha preparing for Lunar New Year

Correction for the February WakeUp Ithaca Meetings

The February 2019 Newsletter listed incorrect dates for the WakeUp Ithaca Meetings.  The correct dates are Saturday February 9th and Saturday February 23rd.  We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.

The February 2019 Newsletter is Now Available

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