New Zealand Bodhi Study Group
Summary:
The NZ Bodhi Study Group was founded in 2007. Most of the group members live in the beautiful 'city of sails' – Auckland.
Of central importance in Buddhism study is to engage in systematic study to lead to correct conceptual development. The courses we take offer the basic, essential teachings; these include:
Prajna , Tibetan Pure Land Method, and the Dzogchen
Forward
Master Khenpo SoDargye is the vice head of Seda Larong Wuming Buddhist Institute. Under his guidance, following the teaching system of Han monks, the NZ Bodhi Study Group involves free teaching and group study via the internet (language is Mandarin) . Specifically, you will receive systematic 'Exoteric' and 'Tantric' Buddhism teachings from Master Khenpo SoDargye, as well as tutorials from teaching monks. This involves either local group study or participation in on-line study group.
General Aims:
· Teaching and practice (equally important)
· Propagate Buddhism to benefit all the sentient beings
· Participate in charitable events and practice Buddha's spirit: compassion and altruism
Since the foundation of the study group, in addition the courses as above, we've taken part in the following: live broadcasting of the four grand Buddhism Gatherings of the Institute via internet: the Vajradhara Dharma gathering, the Dewachen Dharma Gathering, the Dharma event of the Kishitigarbha retreat, and the great Dharma event of Vajrasattva retreat.
Social and Charitable Events:
· Distributing Dharma books, DVDs, blessing goods from Master Khenpo SoDargye and other Masters of Seda Larong Wuming Buddhist Institute.
· Care for others: In modern society, due to high-pressure living, lack of balance between mind and body, a lot of diseases arise in human beings. In addition to traditional life care, we also advocate the healthy living style involving both the body and mind. If interested, we encourage people to study and practice Buddhism systematically using prostration and meditation – to help one realize the bad effects of negative thoughts and unhealthy lifestyle. The goal is to change one's attitude to their surroundings to achieve a happy, healthy life. In the meantime, we refrain from killing, set animals free, and occasionally hold free Chinese treatment and acupuncture for injury, and other activities for healthcare.
It's better to act than speak. We hope more people will join our group. Let's cooperate together to benefit all sentient beings, follow the path of Mahayana Bodhisattva. We also hope more people will open their heart through getting to know Buddhism, and you will consequently live a more peaceful, enjoyable life by reading your heart.
Contact details for Dharma friends interested in more information or visiting our group:
New Zealand Bodhi Study Group
Person to contact: Grace Deng
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Phone number :0064 21 2996209
