Theravada Buddhism: the search for calm and insight Tuesday February 19th at 7.30 p.m. Friends Meeting House, 2 Church Street, Reading.

Anthea West and Penny Henrion will be talking, and answering questions, about the Theravada Buddhist tradition and its practice in the UK. This is • One of many Buddhist traditions, which coexist happily • The form of Buddhism practised in Thailand and Sri Lanka • Based on a monastic form whose rules were laid down by the Buddha himself • Supported by a lay community to which Anthea and Penny belong • Founded on regular meditation practice • Dependent on respect for moral guidelines and generosity Buddhism does not depend on a set of beliefs, but is rather a Path to be followed through life. The Buddha taught what he believed were the causes and cures of suffering, but his followers are encouraged to make their own investigations and to accept only what they find to be true and helpful. This religious tradition does not try to convert others: indeed, it is forbidden to offer religious teaching unless it is specifically requested. All spiritual seekers are requested to respect their own tradition and teachers. So an Interfaith approach is particularly apt. All are welcome to attend this event, and light refreshments will be served after the talk. Contact: Anthea West 0118 979 8101, anthea@west8068.freeserve.co.uk

 

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