London Buddhist Centre

Suryagupta explores "a vision of human existence" as a matter of direct perception rather than abstract philosophy, revealing how we can shift from a reactive cycle of habit to a creative spiral of growth. Drawing on a transformative near-death experience, she shows how embracing impermanence allows us to make conscious choices that unlock our limitless potential for clarity and connecti...

Jnanavaca explores the Buddhist concept of Shraddha , defining faith as the resonance of " what is ultimate in us " with " what is ultimate in the universe ". By examining the grounds of intuition, reason, and experience , this talk invites us to move beyond a "hollow" culture of consumption and align our lives with a deeper process of devotion and collective transfor...

Sthiramanas explores the model of the five Niyamas , illustrating how we can move beyond biological conditioning to consciously align ourselves with a natural "upward momentum" toward spiritual growth. By balancing personal effort in ethics and meditation with a receptive openness to the Dharma, we are invited to transcend the limitations of a fixed self and discover a more expansive, li...

Sanghadharin explores the five Niyamas , a comprehensive teaching that maps the regularities of the universe from physical laws and biological instincts to the voluntary practice of ethics and transcendental enlightenment. By understanding the transition from instinctual drives to self-reflective choice, listeners are invited to align themselves with these natural processes to build a healthy foun...

In this episode, Kusalasara introduces the series " Revering and Relying on the Dharma ," focusing on the practice of wise attention as a tool to perceive reality without the distortions of craving or bias. By exploring the parable of the blind men and the elephant , the talk illustrates how attachment to partial perspectives creates a "thicket of views" that can lead to confli...

Jnanavaca explores the Buddhist concept of " Going for Refuge ," challenging us to move beyond the " default settings " of material pursuit and find true freedom by actively orienting our lives toward transcendental values. Jnanavaca invites us to train our inner awareness to perceive a deeper reality and align ourselves with a cosmic process of growth and awakening.

Sthiramanas talking on

Kusalara's leads us in exploring the Sangha , or spiritual community, as a vital refuge and "jewel" within the Buddhist tradition that offers support far beyond worldly treasures. Kusalasara explains how deep communication and the collective endeavor of practicing together allow us to move beyond the ego and inhabit the "realm of the dharma".

In this talk, Sthiramanas explores the central Buddhist act of going for refuge to the Dharma , describing it as a search for a genuine place of safety and stability within a world defined by fragility and suffering,,. He defines the Dharma as both objective reality and a universal cosmic law , demonstrating how aligning our actions with the law of karma can transform our consciousness from painfu...

Sanghadharin explores the fundamental human search for safety and security in an inherently insecure world. While we often rely on "limited refuges" —such as careers, relationships, or material possessions—these things are impermanent and cannot provide ultimate satisfaction. Sanghadharin introduces the Buddha as a true and reliable refuge, representing the fully enlightened mind that ha...

In this talk, Padmavajra explores the profound Buddhist concept of "Going Forth" from home into homelessness , describing it as a vital turning point where one moves away from the "cramped" dust of habit toward a life of genuine individuality and spiritual freedom.

Subhuti, president of the LBC, in conversation with Thomas about the need for a spiritual community.

Subhuti, president of the LBC, in conversation with Sanghadharin about why we need a system of practice.

Subhuti, president of the LBC, in conversation with Amalashri about the Buddhist vision of life.

Kusalasara finishing off our series on Milarepa, the famous Tibetan Yogi.

Sanghadharin gives the second talk in our series on Milarepa, the famous Tibetan Yogi.

Akashamitra giving a talk about the life of the Tibetan Yogi, Milarepa.

Suryagupta’s talk explores the story of Padmasambhava, the great tantric master invited to Tibet when Buddhism could not take root through reason and philosophy alone. She describes how Padmasambhava confronted and transformed the unseen forces of Maras, demons, and gods, turning their energies towards the Dharma rather than away from it. The talk urges us to face our own inner and collective forc...

Maitreyabandhu gives the final talk of the Urban Retreat on A Path for the Future.

Jnanavaca gives the third talk of the Urban Retreat on The Direct Path.

Vajratara gives the second talk of the Urban Retreat on The Cosmic Path.

Suryagupta gives the first talk of the Urban Retreat on The Ancient Path.

Kusalasara talking about the faults of samsara from the Four Mind-Turning Reflections.

Sthiramanas talking about the law of karma from the Four Mind-Turning Reflections.

Sanghadharin talking about impermanence and death from the Four Mind Turning Reflections.