As 2021 comes to an end, let’s take a moment to reflect…
Have we grown closer to the Buddha Dharma, or walked further away? Have we deepened relationships with loved ones, or drifted further away…
Wholesome people, wholesome deeds, wholesome friendships often withstand the test of time and the law of karma. And as we pass through the passage of time, hopefully what we experience in our lives, grows into wisdom.
As we strive towards nirvana, not only do we need to have strong faith and unwavering belief in the Buddha Dharma, we also need to treat people around us with a sincere, wise and compassionate heart.
As we inch closer to 2022, may we continue to be Kalyāṇa-mittatās and support encourage each other along this path towards final liberation.
Module 1: Discovering Buddhism (For Beginners)
Date: 11 Apr to 4 Jul 2022 (Every Monday)
Time: 7.30pm to 9.00pm
No. of Lessons: 10
Synopsis: This module serves as an introduction to Buddhism for newcomers. Students will learn about The Triple Gem, the dos and don’ts of Buddhists, and the basic teachings of Buddha on the realities of life.
Registration Period: 12 Jan to 10 Apr 2022
Module 2: Sutra on the Eight Realisations of Great Beings
Date: 29 Aug to 14 Nov 2022 (Every Monday)
Time: 7.30pm to 9.00pm
No. of Lessons: 10
Synopsis: The Sutra on the Eight Realisations of Great Beings offers us essential subjects for mindful contemplation, with the intention that we apply the transformational insights gained to our daily lives. The teachings provide an ideal starting point for those interested in Buddhism, and serve as moral guidelines for Buddhists who are committed to practice.
Registration Period: 30 May to 28 Aug 2022
Module 3: Extra-Ordinary Happiness (Sigālovāda Sutta & Dīghajāṇu Sutta)
Date: 22 Feb to 10 May 2022 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 7.30pm to 9.00pm
No. of Lessons: 10
Synopsis: Daily life may appear stressful and challenging, especially in the midst of a global pandemic. Oftentimes the stressors and troubles are self-inflicted due to our ignorance. In pursuit of our Happiness, we turn to material comforts and sensual experiences that provide only fleeting Ordinary Happiness. Come and explore the timeless advice and instructions provided by the Buddha to lead a life that would provide the basis for Extra-ordinary Happiness in this life and beyond. In this module, we will delve into the wisdom found in two Suttas. The first is Sigālovāda Sutta, which highlights the activities that we should engage in and avoid in order to live a purposeful and joyful life, while fulfilling our responsibilities and relating harmoniously with everyone. We will also study the Dīghajāṇu Sutta, where the Buddha expounds on how we can train ourselves, to improve our welfare and Happiness and to lead our lives with compassion and wisdom, bringing benefits in this life and future lives
Registration Period: 10 Dec 2021 to 21 Feb 2022
Module 4: Happiness Through Blessings (Maṅgala Sutta)
Date: 24 May to 26 Jul 2022 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 7.30pm to 9.00pm
No. of Lessons: 10
Synopsis: Everyone seeks Happiness. However, not everyone knows how to create the conditions that are necessary for Happiness to arise. Out of great compassion, the Buddha had provided guidance on the actions we can take to progress on the spiritual path, leading to greater well-being and Happiness. In this module, we will explore in detail the instructions given by the Buddha in the Maṅgala Sutta, that would lead us to life’s greatest blessings! Join us in this illuminating study, as Venerable explains how we may best apply the Buddha’s instructions in our contemporary lives.
Registration Period: 25 Feb to 23 May 2022
Module 5: Ultimate Happiness (Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta)
Date: 30 Aug to 8 Nov 2022 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 7.30pm to 9.00pm
No. of Lessons: 10
Synopsis: Purification of the mind is essential if we are determined to seek the taste of ultimate bliss through our own awakening, and to be free from all sufferings. This can only be realised through our effort to develop the mind, step by step. In this module, the Venerable will address the obstacles that would arise in one’s practice and how to overcome them and guide us through the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as taught in the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta. We will take an experiential approach to study the Sutta and will learn the methods to develop concentration and wisdom, which will lead the way to achieve the highest and ultimate Happiness.
Registration Period: 31 May to 29 Aug 2022
Programme 项目Registration 报名方式Class Schedule 课程日期 Venue: Venerable Hong Choon Memorial Hall | Level 3 Classrooms
Fee: $35 per person | per module (Every module comprises 10 lessons)
Enquiry: Email :ded@kmspks.org | 6849 5300 | 649 5345
Online Sutta Study Workshop with Āyasmā Ariyadhammika
Date: Sat, Jan 22nd 2022
Time: 8:30am – 12:30pm (half-day)
Are you sometimes uncertain about what is the Buddha's teaching, and what's not?
Interested in finding out about the Dhamma, in conversation with like-minded individuals?
Want to learn how to answer your Dhamma questions with the help of the suttas?
If you have answered any or multiple of these questions with "Yes", join us for the first in this new series of Sutta Study Workshops with Āyasmā Ariyadhammika.
INSPIRING SUNDAYS WITH AYYA UPEKKHA (PREMIERE)
Date: Sunday, 23 Jan 2022
Time: 10:30 am SG Time (GMT+8)
Title: “Let Go! Let Go…of What?”
Join us for Dhamma Talk by Ayya Upekkha on " Let Go! Let Go...of What?"
NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ONLINE STREAMING. The talk will be broadcast simultaneously at the Sunday Service @BF West Centre and on BF’s Facebook & YouTube Premieres on 23 Jan, 10:30 AM SG Time (GMT+8).
INSPIRING SUNDAYS WITH BHANTE SEELANANDA (PREMIERE)
Date: Sunday, 30 Jan 2022 | 10:30 am SG Time (GMT+8)
Title: “No Time to Waste. Practise More!”
Join us for a Dhamma talk by Bhante Seelananda as he reveals what is to be practised and how to do it. There is no time to waste! Let's practise till we gain liberation.
NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ONLINE STREAMING. The talk will be broadcast simultaneously at the Sunday Service @BF West Centre and on BF’s Facebook & YouTube Premieres on 30 Jan, 10:30 AM SG Time (GMT+8).
1st Day of the First Chinese Lunar Month, in the Year 4720
Happy Lunar New Year
Today in the Year of the Tiger or 4720th year based on the Chinese lunar calendar, most Chinese Buddhists celebrate the Spring Festival or Chinese Lunar New Year by having prayers, offerings and blessings at Buddhist Temples.
1. Cash, NETS or Cheque payable to 'BUDDHIST FELLOWSHIP' 2. PayNow via UEN #: S88SS0089F 3. Bank transfer: OCBC Bank Account Name: Buddhist Fellowship Account number: 501-815 831-001 Swift: OCBCSGSG
Admission criteria for participants ATTENDING ON-SITE at BF West Centre:
1. Entry by online registration via Eventbrite only.
2. There will be no walk-ins and registration is not transferable.
