Buddhism is often framed by what we leave behind—suffering, desire, and ego. But what if the path is actually about what we gain? In this guide, we dive into five surprising lessons from Ven. Ajahn Jayasaro that reframe the Buddhist journey as a creative, positive pursuit. Learn why "dreariness" is the true opponent of joy, how to use your tongue to quiet your mind, and why true mindfulness is inseparable from integrity. Discover a wiser way to live that goes far beyond the meditation cushion.
"If there were a foolproof method, every fool would be awakened." Buddhist meditation is often marketed as a passive escape from stress, but the authentic path is a rigorous, pragmatic discipline. Drawing from the "Four Bases for Success," this article examines five counter-intuitive lessons that reframe meditation as a skillful effort. We explore the necessity of cultivating a strong, functional sense of self and the tactical use of "lesser evils" to navigate intense emotions. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a curious beginner, these insights offer a strategic roadmap for anyone looking to move beyond simple bliss and toward genuine, lasting wisdom.
What if Buddhism isn’t a religion of "belief," but a science of the mind? In this deep dive into the teachings of Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano, we move beyond the universal cliches of "doing good" and "calming the mind" to uncover the Buddha’s radical differentiator: the wisdom of seeing things as they truly are. From deconstructing the body into its core elements to a "scientific" verification of our thoughts, this article reveals why "me and mine" is an imaginary drama—and how waking up from it is the only way to end suffering. Stop being a blind believer and become an astute investigator of your own reality.
We think we know the story: a sheltered prince shocked by the sight of aging, sickness, and death, sneaking away in the night to find enlightenment. But what if this foundational narrative is actually a later invention, borrowed from the tale of a different Buddha entirely? A deep dive into the earliest scriptures, the Pāli Canon, reveals a surprisingly different picture. From the true, heartbreaking nature of his departure to his rejection of "zoning out" in meditation, discover three major misconceptions that completely reframe the Buddha’s journey from a fairy tale into a grounded, human path of direct observation.
Dhamma talks are held following each Puja session every Sunday. Speakers are invited each week to share the Dhamma with members and friends of BUBS. We are blessed to have many Forest Sangha members, locally and overseas offering Dhamma teachings.
Topic: The Dhamma Legacy - Bodhipakkhiya Dhamma
Speaker: Bro. Benny Liow
Date: 12 Mar 2023
These are the latest Dhamma Talks given mainly in the Amaravati Temple during the Wan Phras (moon/observance days). These talks include those given during the Winter Retreat, Rains / Vassa retreat and the rest of the year. A complete audio library can be found at https://www.amaravati.org
More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/AmaravatiBuddhistMonastery
The Mindful Awareness & Serenity Retreat was conducted at Uttma Bodhi Vihara. The following are the recordings of the instructions and talks during the retreat from 13 December until 18 December 2022.
This channel was initially created to upload edited video footage of the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop Tour 2012, held in 7 locations in Malaysia and Singapore, and attended by a total of more than 500 people. The Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta (MN 10) is one of the most referenced discourses from the Buddhist scriptures, especially by meditators.
The channel has expanded the scope to include edited video clips of other workshops, Dhamma talks and presentation slides used in events conducted by Āyasmā Aggacitta. For a more structured approach to navigating and appreciating the workshop videos, please view https://satipatthanasbs.com.
BUBS would like to thank all participants of the 2022 Fellowship cum Kathina Trip to Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary, Taiping - BUBS very first trip since the pandemic. It was a memorable spiritual and educational bonding session for everyone.
Online Dhamma Workshop on 18 December 2021 (Saturday) on “Pursuing Inner Peace & Joy - Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” with Ven. Ajahn Kalyano
We are pleased to inform you that through your generosity, we have collected RM 29413.00 in our recent call for Kathina 2021 Donation.
BUBS will top up the donation to RM30,000.00 from our Sangha Dayaka Fund.
With this we are pleased to share that we will be disbursing RM10,000.00 to each of the 3 monasteries/temples listed below:
Sāsanārakkha Buddhist Sanctuary, Taiping Perak
Sri Jayanti Buddhist Temple, Sentul KL
Santi Forest Monastery, Ulu Tiram Johor
Anumodana to all our donors for your generous donation to support the Buddha Sasana. We could not have done it without your support.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
May the goodness arising from your kindness and generosity be the cause for the arising of favourable conditions that will support your practice.
The Buddha’s Words is an introductory course on the teachings about kamma and rebirth as found in the Majjima Nikāya of the Pāḷi Canon. The message in the Buddha’s discourses or suttas is that kamma follows us wherever we go – so we should, therefore, be extremely careful with our actions through our body, speech, and mind.
Buddha Bodhivana Monastery is a branch monastery of Luang Por Chah (Wat Nong Pa Pong) and is situated in East Warburton, Victoria, Australia.
The Abbot of Buddha Bodhivana Monastery is Venerable Ajahn Kalyano.
This Podcast consists of Dhamma talks, Chanting, Precepts & Meditation with Ajahn Dhammasiha and other Experienced Senior Buddhist Monks in the Theravada Forest Tradition of Ajahn Chah. Recorded at Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage, Brisbane, Australia.
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On 3 November 2019, Bro. Lim Kooi Fong shared the symptoms of cyber addiction and some tips on overcoming addiction by illustrating the fifth precept and the Paṭiccasamuppāda Vibhaṅga Sutta (SN 12:2).
Wesak was celebrated with much joy and devotion this year.
We wish to record our gratitude and appreciation to the Sangha Members of the Thai Forest Tradition led by Luang Por Thoon for their teachings and blessings on Wesak Eve and Wesak Day, Ven. Monks from Sentul Buddhist Temple, YB Jamaliah Jamaluddin who launched our Wesak celebration, our guests of honor, invited guests, Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah, Klang, and Ms Low Mi Yen.
The event started with chanting followed by liberation of the live fish into the creek. Dedication and sharing of merits was done with all who participated for the benefit for all beings. Followed by a breakfast picnic.
In honour of Ajahn Chah, the Bandar Utama Buddhist Society organised the Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day 2018, on Dec 15 and 16 at SJK (C) Puay Chai (2), Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The event is supported by the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia and the Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia.
BUBS members and friends recently went on a kathina trip to Wat Phra Chao Ton Luang, a forest monastery in Chiang Mai. Some of the members were kathina sponsors of the event and all took part in the kathina robe offering and rice pindapata in a quiet and serene setting of a forest. The group also visited Wat Aranyawiwake, participated in the kathina ceremony and paid respect to the late Luang Por Plien.
Sadhu to the tireless efforts of all our teachers, students and parents in teaching, learning, and supporting the Dhamma School.
BUBS members and Dhamma School children visited Dhamma Earth Club in conjunction with the Kathina (Robe offering) Day on 6 November 2018.
It was a meaningful trip and allowed all to witness and participate in the significance of the robe offering ceremony, the opportunity to learn more about the lifestyle of the forest monks, perform Dana and listen to Dhamma teachings.
We wish to express our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to Bro. Dassana for conducting another round of “Introduction to Meditation” at UBV.
We hoped all participants have benefited from his meditation guidance and Dhamma teachings.
Anumodana and Sadhu, Sadhu, Sadhu.
We rejoices with Sis. Siew Swan, Sis. Sharon Soon, Sis. Hoon Eng and Sis Carmen Yap on their short term ordination as a ten precept nun(Sayalay) at DhammaJata Vihara of the Sri Kalyani Yogasrama Samstha /Pa Auk Sayadaw forest lineage.
May their voluntary service to BUBS and the Buddha Sasana support their ordination which they will find beneficial and fruitful. Anumodana and Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
A series of Dhamma talks by Luangpor Dhammavuddho at Uttama Bodhi Vihara, PJ:
Sutta Guide To Paths & Fruits (Part 1) on 08 October 2016
Sutta Guide To Paths & Fruits (Part 2) on 15 October 2016
Our theme for Wesak 2016 was 'Sharing the Light of Wisdom'. A simple and meaningful way to reflect on the virtue of Wisdom is to offer lights to the Buddha, an act that symbolizes the dispelling of ignorance from our mind. By dispelling the darkness of ignorance, or mind becomes pure and luminous.