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Sat 19 september
7.30 - 9.30pm
Sat 19 september
7.30 - 9.30pm
An evening facilitated by Bristol Buddhist Centre's very own Shantigarbha, coordinator of the Triratna Earth Sangha and author of The Burning House: A Buddhist response to the climate and ecological emergency.
We will be watching the National Emergency Briefing film, presented by Chris Packham. Some background: last November, ten of the UK’s leading experts briefed an invited audience of over 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media. The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy.
After we have watched the film, Shantigarbha will facilitate a discussion exploring Buddhist responses to these climate and ecological crises.
This screening is for Buddhists of all traditions. We will start with a brief guided reflection and finish with Transference of Merits.
Why now?
Why now?
The climate and nature crises are a source of concern for everyone who cares for the Earth, our common home. It is also a topic that has the power to bring together Buddhists of all traditions in partnership and collaboration. After the screening we will discuss what needs to happen next, personally and collectively.
the Triratna Earth Sangha
the Triratna Earth Sangha
The Triratna Earth Sangha is a group of Triratna Order members, Mitras and friends worldwide who are deeply concerned about the climate and ecological crises we face and see it as part of their practice to do something about them.
We are all too painfully aware of the Buddha’s core teaching that actions have consequences. The accelerating destruction of ecosystems in the natural world caused by greed, hatred and ignorance is causing untold suffering to beings of many kinds, and we feel that it is our duty as Buddhists to do what we can to raise awareness of the plight of the planet, demonstrate an alternative way of life based on stillness, simplicity and contentment and act to relieve suffering where we can. Visit our website.
Cost
Cost
There is no set charge for this event - we invite you to make a donation when you come, by card or cash.
The Bristol Buddhist Centre runs most of its events on a donation basis. This helps maintain a spirit of generosity and gratitude, and ensure the Dharma remains accessible to all.
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