CALENDAR  |  SUNDAY DHARMA TALK
THIS SUNDAY / Feb 2
Bilingual Dharma Talk
11:00AM - 12:00PM EST.
Chinese New Year Special Dharma Talk
by Ven. Chang Hwa
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  • FEBRUARY
  • Feb 9
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    How We Can Stop Fooling Ourselves by Training the Mind -- The Discipline of Relationships - Part 1
    by Harry Miller
    Feb 16
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
    Feb 23
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    The Śūraṅgama Sūtra Digest -- The Threefold Definitive Studies
    by Ven. Chang Hwa
    The Surangama Sutra is regarded as a very important sutra in the Chan school. It gives both theoretical analysis and practical guidance for practitioners to reach the highest samadhi. By using the three aspects of wondrous samatha, samapatti, and dhyana as a scaffold, it provides instruction on the correct understanding of Buddha nature, the true mind/nirvana, the illusory mind/mundane existences, the ways to reach enlightenment, the Surangama mantra, and the demonic states of mind. This Sutra is a complete and practical manual for meditation practitioners.
  • MARCH
  • Mar 2 & Mar 30
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    The Heart Sutra - The Wisdom that Brings Us to the Other Shore
    by Ven. Yan Rui
    The Heart Sutra, formally known as the Prajñāpāramitā Hṛdaya Sūtra, represents the core of wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. It expounds the profound meaning of “emptiness,” offering profound yet concise teachings. The sutra inspires practitioners to transcend attachments, go beyond both positive and negative extremes, and attain ultimate liberation and freedom. Its succinct wording and profound principles make it both an introduction to Buddhist practice and a guide for practice and recitation. The Heart Sutra is an indispensable treasure of wisdom for Buddhist pratitioners.
    Mar 9
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    How We Can Stop Fooling Ourselves by Training the Mind -- The Discipline of Relationships - Part 2
    by Harry Miller
    Mar 16
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
    Mar 23
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    TBD
    by Ven. Chang Hwa
  • APRIL
  • Apr 13
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    How We Can Stop Fooling Ourselves by Training the Mind -- The Discipline of Relationships - Part 3
    by Harry Miller
    Apr 20
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
    Apr 27
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    TBD
    by Ven. Chang Hwa
  • MAY
  • May 4
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
    May 18
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    The Heart Sutra - The Wisdom that Brings Us to the Other Shore
    by Ven. Yan Rui
    The Heart Sutra, formally known as the Prajñāpāramitā Hṛdaya Sūtra, represents the core of wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. It expounds the profound meaning of “emptiness,” offering profound yet concise teachings. The sutra inspires practitioners to transcend attachments, go beyond both positive and negative extremes, and attain ultimate liberation and freedom. Its succinct wording and profound principles make it both an introduction to Buddhist practice and a guide for practice and recitation. The Heart Sutra is an indispensable treasure of wisdom for Buddhist pratitioners.
  • JUNE
  • Jun 1 & Jun 15
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    The Heart Sutra - The Wisdom that Brings Us to the Other Shore
    by Ven. Yan Rui
    The Heart Sutra, formally known as the Prajñāpāramitā Hṛdaya Sūtra, represents the core of wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. It expounds the profound meaning of “emptiness,” offering profound yet concise teachings. The sutra inspires practitioners to transcend attachments, go beyond both positive and negative extremes, and attain ultimate liberation and freedom. Its succinct wording and profound principles make it both an introduction to Buddhist practice and a guide for practice and recitation. The Heart Sutra is an indispensable treasure of wisdom for Buddhist pratitioners.
    Jun 8
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    How We Can Stop Fooling Ourselves by Training the Mind -- Living with Ease in a Crazy World - Part 1
    by Harry Miller
    Jun 22
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    TBD
    by Ven. Chang Hwa
    Jun 29
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
  • JULY
  • Jul 6 & Jul 20
    [Bilingual Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    A Microscopic View of the Ten Parables of Prajñā: Illusion and Reality
    by Ven. Yan She
    In the Mahāyāna Prajñā scriptures, analogies such as like "an illusion," "a flame," "the moon in the water," "empty space," "an echo," " the city of Gandharvas," "a dream," "a shadow," "a reflection in a mirror," and "a magical creation" are used to illustrate the true nature of all phenomena. Let us delve into these ten parables from a microscopic perspective to uncover their profound meaning, illuminate the reality of the universe, and explore the wisdom of Prajñā and insight into emptiness.
    Jul 13
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    How We Can Stop Fooling Ourselves by Training the Mind -- Living with Ease in a Crazy World - Part 2
    by Harry Miller
    Jul 27
    [English Dharma Talk]
    11:00AM - 12:30PM EST.
    TBD
    by Ven. Chang Hwa