Podcasts by Ramblings of a Monk
Ramblings of a Monk - Podcasts on Dharma, Life and Stuffs by Ven Chuan Guan that may make you laugh, cry or get enlightened and be crazy happy! ^.^
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YouTube Excerpt–20211007 from 2021-10-06T21:06:10
YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 Oct 2021 What Are The Benefits of Taking Refuge?Why should we Take Refuge in The Triple Gems? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/GY3Xmla-DRQ.Catch the full vide...
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YouTube Excerpt–20211021 from 2021-10-06T21:06:10
YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 Oct 2021 Why Should We Not Hold On to the Past or Long for the Future? Venerable Chuan Guan shares on why we should not hold on to the past or long for the future in th...
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YouTube Excerpt–20211104 from 2021-10-06T21:06:10
YouTube Excerpt posted on 4 Nov 2021 Why Are The Triple Gems Called The Triple Gems?Why are The Triple Gems called Gems? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/hNNhpLjxuD8.Catch the full video...
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YouTube Excerpt–20211118 from 2021-10-06T21:06:10
YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 Nov 2021 Conditions for Our PracticeVen Chuan Guan shares a personal story on the attitude we should have regarding the conditions for our practice. Catch the excerpt v...
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SGC–20211003 from 2021-10-04T22:11:57
[SGC] The Five Ennobling Virtues(Sharing was given on 3 October 2021) For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable Rathanasara share with us on Sacitta Sutta: Watch Your Mind.https:...
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SGC–20210926 from 2021-09-27T23:06:21
[SGC] The Five Ennobling Virtues(Sharing was given on 26 September 2021) For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable W. Wimalajothi share with us on The Five Ennobling Virtues.http...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210923 from 2021-09-22T22:26:42
YouTube Excerpt posted on 23 Sep 2021 Getting to Know LossWhat is the Buddha’s approach for handling the loss of persons and things dear to us? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/i4r...
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SGC–20210919 from 2021-09-20T22:06:18
[SGC] Offerings to The Buddha(Sharing was given on 19 September 2021) Are offerings a ritual or a myth? What is their purpose? https://youtu.be/gtUty8GA6cs Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. ...
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SGC–20210912 from 2021-09-13T22:32:53
[SGC] Our True Home(Sharing was given on 12 September 2021) Every day, we go to work and return home. But where is our true home?https://youtu.be/Bb1JCQH0MXk Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210909 from 2021-09-08T21:19:39
YouTube Excerpt posted on 9 Sep 2021 How Can Couples Stay Together In This and Future Lives?Ven Chuan Guan shares the advice of the Buddha on how couples can remain together. Catch the excerpt vide...
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SGC–20210905 from 2021-09-06T22:16:32
[SGC] Ultimate Reality vs Our Deluded Perception(Sharing was given on 5 September 2021) Very often, we perceive things that bring us suffering to be something that bring us joy, or take impermanenc...
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SGC–20210829 from 2021-08-30T23:26:41
Forgiving Oneself and Others(Sharing was given on 29 Aug 2021) In today’s highly competitive world, we are often expected to outperform ourselves and one another. Many of us seek perfection a...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210826 from 2021-08-25T21:41:54
YouTube Excerpt posted on 26 Aug 2021 Are We Able to Get Good Rebirths If We Die Unexpectedly? Ven Chuan Guan shares with us a Sutta addressing the concern of gaining a good rebirth if we were to d...
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SGC–20210822 from 2021-08-23T21:40:18
The Four Immeasurables: Metta, Karuna, Mudita, UpekhaLet us explore how we can achieve happiness towards one another and towards all sentient beings with The Four Immeasurables.https://youtu.be/Rik...
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SGC–20210815 from 2021-08-16T21:27:22
Ask Shifu Anything: Ullambana Is Ullambana the same as Hungry Ghost Festival?What should Buddhists do during Ullambana?https://youtu.be/cOUSpSN5XoE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW U...
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SGC–20210808 from 2021-08-09T22:05:59
Introduction to the Yogacara Teachings The 3 characteristics and the 8 types of consciousness – can we actually apply them to our lives or are they something too profound?https://youtu.be/uyp...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210805 from 2021-08-04T22:36:10
YouTube Excerpt posted on 5 Aug 2021 Three Questions To Help Us Live in the Present Moment Ven Chuan Guan shares three questions we can ask ourselves to help us decide if we should interrupt what w...
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SGC–20210801 from 2021-08-02T21:57:13
出世圣法的根基（一）For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable Chuan Xian to give a Dharma sharing on 出世圣法的根基（一）. https://youtu.be/YAdIQUk-IgYCome join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW...
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SGC–20210725 from 2021-07-26T21:45:12
The Four Noble TruthsThe 12 aspects and 16 aspects of the Four Noble Truthshttps://youtu.be/18FBqIvUGGE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events &...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210722 from 2021-07-21T22:03:44
YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 Jul 2021 How to Do Repentance How can we perform repentance when we experience obstacles in learning the Dharma? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/sRNcYfX070E...
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SGC–20210718 from 2021-07-19T21:07:54
Ask Shifu Anything – Buddhist FuneralsWhat should we do at a Buddhist funeral?How best can we help the departed?How should we handle the remains?https://youtu.be/beoDg8xv5EE Come join us ever...
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SGC–20210711 from 2021-07-12T21:42:26
The Three BasketsHow is the Chinese Tripitaka structured, and how does it differ from the Pali Tipitaka?https://youtu.be/vdk8GkgOk_4 Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLAC...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210708 from 2021-07-07T22:30:15
YouTube Excerpt posted on 8 Jul 2021 Why is There No Self? Ven Chuan Guan gives a nutshell overview of how the Buddha taught no-self in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://yo...
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SGC–20210627 from 2021-07-05T21:37:14
[SGC] Four Factors for a Favourable Relationship For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable Anoma to give a Dhamma sharing (pre-recording in English) on Four Factors for a Favoura...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210630 from 2021-07-01T21:07:47
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 30 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littl...
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SGC–20210627 from 2021-06-28T23:25:33
[SGC] Facing Death Without Fear Death is the only certain thing in life. And yet, it is something which we are least prepared for. How do we face death peacefully?https://youtu.be/z-u37TlaKfc Come ...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210623 from 2021-06-24T21:02:16
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 23 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210624 from 2021-06-23T21:32:59
YouTube Excerpt posted on 24 Jun 2021 In What Way are Defilements Obstacles? Ven Chuan Guan shares a few pointers on how we should approach the multiple roles we play in life. Catch the excerpt vid...
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SGC–20210620 from 2021-06-21T22:10:26
[SGC] Greed As lay Buddhists, in our pursuit of worldly goals such as wealth, fame, success, how do we not lose sight of our spiritual goal? https://youtu.be/z-u37TlaKfc Come join us every Sunday 1...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210616 from 2021-06-17T21:08
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 16 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya...
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SGC–20210613 from 2021-06-15T00:06:25
[SGC] The Ten Qualities of the Buddha (Part 2) What are these qualities? How can we practise to attain them or even perfect them? https://youtu.be/3kvk1l2fqTs Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3p...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210609 from 2021-06-10T21:38:56
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 9 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littl...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210610 from 2021-06-09T21:12:30
YouTube Excerpt posted on 10 June 2023 In What Way Is Attachment Bad? Why is attachment usually regarded as bad in Buddhism? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/qxyMCH85KvE.Catch the full v...
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SGC–20210606 from 2021-06-07T22:13:50
Remembering Master Miu King 怀念妙境长老 – SGC20210530 In this session, Venerable Chuan Guan pays a touching tribute to his teacher, the late 妙境长老. Let us also learn from the Great Master – h...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210602 from 2021-06-03T22:33:40
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 2 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littl...
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SGC–20210530 from 2021-05-31T21:18:40
Remembering Master Miu King 怀念妙境长老 – SGC20210530 In this session, Venerable Chuan Guan pays a touching tribute to his teacher, the late 妙境长老. Let us also learn from the Great Master – h...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210526 from 2021-05-27T23:20:51
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 26 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210527 from 2021-05-26T23:50:59
YouTube Excerpt posted on 27 May 2021 The Multiple Roles We PlayVen Chuan Guan shares a few pointers on how we should approach the multiple roles we play in life. Catch the excerpt video at https:/...
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SGC–20210523 from 2021-05-24T22:25:24
Vesak Day – SGC20210523 What is the meaning of Vesak? What should Buddhists be doing during Vesak? How should we celebrate Vesak amidst Covid-19?https://youtu.be/OAiU9MgkdUo Come join us ever...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210519 from 2021-05-20T22:07:58
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 19 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya...
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SGC–20210516 from 2021-05-17T21:07:29
Abhidhamma – SGC20210516 Who wrote the Abhidhamma? What can we learn from the Abhidhamma?Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – ht...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210512 from 2021-05-13T20:42:53
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 12 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210513 from 2021-05-12T21:14:06
YouTube Excerpt posted on 13 May 2021 Exercising Compassion with WisdomVen Chuan Guan shares on exercising wisdom in compassion when we get approached for help. Catch the excerpt video at https://y...
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SGC–20210509 from 2021-05-10T21:03:42
The Ten Qualities of the Buddha – SGC20210509 What are these qualities? How can we practise to attain them or even perfect them?https://youtu.be/ncW5GkFhQpI Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm t...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210505 from 2021-05-07T00:58:30
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 5 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littl...
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SGC–20210502 from 2021-05-03T22:12:43
身为一个佛教徒， 我们这一生应该追求什么？ – SGC20210502 身为一个佛教徒， 我们这一生应该追求什么？就目前而言， 得圣道好像遥不可及https://youtu.be/fm4Lgg-9yB8 Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210428 from 2021-04-30T03:20:03
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 28 April 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://ala...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210422 from 2021-04-28T23:58:07
YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 April 2021 Consistency in your Practice IIVen Chuan Guan shares an advice from his senior regarding our cultivation. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/a7hR1g...
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SGC–20210425 from 2021-04-26T22:01:07
The Taste of Freedom – SGC20210425 Freedom, freedom, what price freedom? What freedom do you value and how do you achieve freedom? https://youtu.be/fm4Lgg-9yB8 Come join us every Sunday 1.30p...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210421 from 2021-04-22T23:08:45
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 21 April 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alay...
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SGC–20210418 from 2021-04-19T21:33:03
The Different Stages of Cultivation – SGC20210418 Guest speaker Ven Kai Cheng explains the Four Stages of Cultivation with an emphasis on the first stage of Faith in this week’s SGC. ht...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210414 from 2021-04-16T02:06:51
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 14 April 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alay...
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SGC–20210411 from 2021-04-12T22:00:37
Myths and Misconceptions: Qing Ming – SGC20210404 Ven Chuan Guan shares on expressing our gratitude and respect to our parents when they are still alive rather than at Qing Ming in this week&...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210407 from 2021-04-09T01:39:44
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 7 April 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210408 from 2021-04-07T22:10:55
YouTube Excerpt posted on 8 Apr 2021 Consistency in your Practice IVen Chuan Guan shares his reflection on his senior’s advice to him regarding our practices in this week’s SGC. Catch t...
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SGC–20210404 from 2021-04-05T22:32:15
Defilements – SGC20210404 What are defilements? How do the Five Hinderances obstruct our practice? Guest venerable Bhante Dhammaratana explores these topics in this week’s SGC. https://...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210331 from 2021-04-01T22:28:58
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 31 March 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20210328 from 2021-03-29T21:45:27
八正道 – 道谛 – SGC20210328 Guest venerable Ven Chuan Xian explains the Path in the Four Noble Truths in Mandarin in this week’s SGC session. https://youtu.be/5Nb-LWGh6ug Come join us ...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210324 from 2021-03-25T22:03:35
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 24 March 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20210324 from 2021-03-25T22:03:35
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 24 March 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20210321 from 2021-03-22T22:11:53
Non-Attachment, Indifference, Equanimity, and Compassion- SGC21032021 What is the difference between non-attachment and being indifferent? What is the origin of compassion? https://youtu.be/_oyl4Vm...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210316 from 2021-03-19T00:10:59
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 16 March 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alay...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210318 from 2021-03-17T23:39:03
YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 Mar 2021 Love What You DoFind out how we can learn to do what we are doing in our jobs and other aspects of our day-to-day lives even when we might initially not think ...
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SGC–20210314 from 2021-03-15T21:58:15
The Spiritual Path: A Path of Solitude or Solidarity? – SGC14032021 Is the spiritual path necessarily a solitary one? Ven Chuan Guan shares the Buddha’s teachings in the Upaddha Sutta ,...
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SGC–20210307 from 2021-03-08T22:15:31
Asking & Answering – SGC20210307 What should we consider when we speak? How can we answer questions? Ven Chuan Guan share’s the Buddha’s teachings from the Vaca Sutta and the ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210304 from 2021-03-03T21:38:06
YouTube Excerpt posted on 4 Mar 2021 Worldly Happiness vs True Happiness Find out why happiness arising from worldly desires is not sustainable in this sharing by Venerable Chuan Guan. Catch the ex...
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SGC–20210228 from 2021-03-01T22:05:35
How Do We Apply Buddhist Teachings in Our Daily Lives? – SGC20210228 Our guest speaker Ven Khemarama gives an overview of how we can apply the Buddha’s teachings in our daily lives in t...
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SGC–20210221 from 2021-02-22T22:44:07
Me, Mine & Myself … or No-Self in Our Life? – SGC20210221 What is the Self? What is Karma? How are they related to each other? Find out in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of t...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210218 from 2021-02-17T22:07:45
YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 Feb 2021 Practice Starts From Small Daily ThingsBringing about a change is not a “all or nothing” exercise. Venerable Chuan Guan shares his approach and exp...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210211 from 2021-02-10T22:04:28
YouTube Excerpt posted on 11 Feb 2021 How To Bring About Change In OurselvesVenerable Chuan Guan shares with us steps to bring about a change in ourselves. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu....
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210207 from 2021-02-09T00:27:22
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 7 Feburary 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20210207 from 2021-02-09T00:27:18
Of 人日 and 太歲 – SGC20210207 The celebration of 人日 and praying to 太歲 are common Chinese customs during the Chinese New Year period. How should Buddhists relate to these practices? Catch the ful...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210204 from 2021-02-03T22:14:40
YouTube Excerpt posted on 4 Feb 2021 Parents need Me Time on Regular BasisYou have been busy at work, and taking care of your family and kids.Have you put aside time to care for yourself? Find out ...
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SGC–20210131 from 2021-02-01T23:21:27
防疫，防心 – SGC 20210131 The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has led to a global increase in mental distress. Ven Ding Rong shares in Mandarin on how we can apply the Dharma to guard our minds in ...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190526 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 26 May 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190526 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 26 May 2019 Ask Me Anything – House Blessings What does it mean to bless something? How do house blessings actually work? Find out with Ven Chuan G...
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SGC – 20190519 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 19 May 2019 Significance of Vesak Vesak Day celebrates the Birth, Enlightenment and Mahaparinibanna of the Buddha. Why do we celebrate these events? What...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190519 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 19 May 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190516 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
YouTube Excerpt posted on 16 May 2019 How to See the Ultimate Reality Seeing things as they are without labelling and discrimination is part of the practice of the Perfection of Wisdom which enable...
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SGC – 20190512 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 12 May 2019 Dealing with Losses We face various kinds of losses as we go through life — jobs, relationships, and some point in time, loved ones. Wh...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190512 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 12 May 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190505 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 5 May 2019 Working with Family Expectations Expectations between people are part and parcel of any relationship. How can we approach our expectations, an...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190505 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 5 May 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190428 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 28 Apr 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190428 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 28 Apr 2019 Precepts, and Attachments to Rites and Rituals What does 戒禁取 mean? How should we approach the rites and rituals in our spiritual practice? Jo...
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SGC – 20190407 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 7 Apr 2019 Dealing with Changes The Buddhist concept of Anicca encapsulates the common adage of ‘The only constant is change.’ How can me mak...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210128 from 2021-01-27T22:46:41
YouTube Excerpt posted on 28 Jan 2021 Does Pursuing Worldly Desires Bring Pure Happiness?Find out why happiness arising from worldly desires is not sustainable in this sharing by Venerable Chuan Gu...
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SGC–20200124 from 2021-01-25T22:15:40
Gratitude: Two Persons to be Grateful To – SGC20210124Ven Chuan Guan shares on the Buddha’s teachings on how children and parents should relate to one another in the Katannu Suttas (htt...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210124 from 2021-01-25T22:15:37
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 24 January 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210121 from 2021-01-20T22:18:48
YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 Jan 2021 The Four Supports For Our LifeWhat are the four nutriments and why are they important for us?Venerable Chuan Guan shares Buddha’s teachings on the four n...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210117 from 2021-01-18T21:53:14
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 17 January 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20200117 from 2021-01-18T21:53:11
Karma: How should Buddhists view it? – SGC 20210117 How should Buddhists view karma? Is everything that happens to us due to past karma? Can we change the results of our karma? Find out about...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210114 from 2021-01-13T21:12:05
YouTube Excerpt posted on 14 Jan 2021 Find a Balance between Self Gratification and Service to OthersAs we learn the Dharma, we aim to give up all desires and serve others with no regards for ourse...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210110 from 2021-01-12T03:56:34
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 10 January 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20200110 from 2021-01-12T03:48:43
To be or not to be, Attached or Detached? – SGC 20210110Are attachment and detachment the only options we have towards the peope, events, and things around us? How else can we relate to them ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20210107 from 2021-01-06T21:25:06
YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 Jan 2021 Dealing With ImpermanenceVen Chuan Guan shares on how to deal with impermanence in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/9mBe1qMjP...
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SGC–20200103 from 2021-01-05T07:48:03
Suffering – Is this the only option to learning Dharma? – SGC20210103 What are the various motivations for learning Dharma? Ven Chuan Guan explores this question in this week’s SG...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20210103 from 2021-01-05T07:47:43
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 3 January 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littl...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201231 from 2020-12-30T21:30:32
YouTube Excerpt posted on 31 Dec 2020 How Can Meditaton Help With Physical Pain?Ven Chuan Guan shares on how meditation can help us cope with physical pain resulting from chronic illnesses in this ...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201227 from 2020-12-29T09:38:42
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 27 December 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.lit...
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SGC–20201227 from 2020-12-28T22:01:26
The Middle Way – A natural conclusion from experiencing the extremes? – SGC 20201227How can we realise the Middle Way? Find out in this Dharma sharing by Venerable Chuan Guan. Catch the...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201224 from 2020-12-23T21:48:23
YouTube Excerpt posted on 24 Dec 2020 Managing Our EmotionsVen Chuan Guan shares on how we can control our emotions when the people around us make us upset us. Catch the excerpt video at https://yo...
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SGC–20201220 from 2020-12-21T22:34:37
Impermanence, Suffering & Non Self: Is Buddhism Too Pessimistic? Is Buddhism too pessimistic? Find out in this Dharma sharing by Venerable Anoma (Pre-recording in English) Catch the full video ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20202117 from 2020-12-16T22:16:58
YouTube Excerpt posted on 17 Dec 2020 Applying Dhamma During WalksVen Chuan Guan shares the ways to incorporate Dharma practices into our walks in our effort to stay active both physically and spir...
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SGC–20201213 from 2020-12-14T22:14:55
Conditions for Our PracticeWhat does it mean to live in the present moment? Why should we live in the present moment? How can we live in the present moment? Find out in this week’s SGC. Catch...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201213 from 2020-12-14T22:14:51
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 13 December 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledh...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201210 from 2020-12-09T23:52:07
YouTube Excerpt posted on 10 Dec 2020 The Four ElementsWhat are The Four Elements? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/ms1QmA9nBLI.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.b...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201206 from 2020-12-07T23:07:09
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 6 December 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.litt...
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SGC–20201206 from 2020-12-07T22:58:12
Living in the Present MomentWhat does it mean to live in the present moment? Why should we live in the present moment? How can we live in the present moment? Find out in this week’s SGC. Catc...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201203 from 2020-12-02T23:46:52
YouTube Excerpt posted on 3 Dec 2020 Can Non-Vegetarian Buddhists Take Beef?Ven Chuan Guan explains the Chinese Buddhist custom of not eating beef in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video...
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SGC–20201129 from 2020-11-30T22:24:42
Happiness Through MindfulnessVenerable B. Dhammaratana shares some important pointers on mindfulness and how it can achieve happiness in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC sessi...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201126 from 2020-11-25T22:39:58
YouTube Excerpt posted on 26 Jul 2020 How to Get The Most Out of Your Chanting PracticeVen Chuan Guan explains how to make your chanting a more effective practice in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch t...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201122 from 2020-11-23T23:17:15
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 22 November 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.lit...
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SGC–20201122 from 2020-11-23T23:17:10
What is The Self?What is the self? What are its characteristics? Ven Chuan Guan explores these questions in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/mi193R...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201119 from 2020-11-18T23:31:56
YouTube Excerpt posted on 19 Nov 2020 A Reflection on No-SelfVen Chuan Guan shares an interesting reflection on no-self we can perform when we relieve ourselves in the restroom in this bite-sized D...
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SGC–20201115 from 2020-11-16T22:43:58
Compassion – A Necessary Defilement?Ven Chuan Guan shares on the need to exercise wisdom while practicing compassion in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC session at https...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201115 from 2020-11-16T22:43:56
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 15 November 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledha...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201112 from 2020-11-11T23:32:24
YouTube Excerpt posted on 12 Nov 2020 What Happens To The Past Unwholesome Seeds of An Arahant?Is someone who attained Arahanthood freed from all the consequences of his previous unwholesome karmic...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20201108 from 2020-11-09T22:36:47
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 8 November 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledhar...
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SGC–20201108 from 2020-11-09T22:36:42
Do What You Love or Love What You Do?Do what you love or love what you do? Find out in this week’s sharing on how we can find a balance and build new wholesome habits to sustain our practices. Catc...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201029 from 2020-10-28T22:23:01
YouTube Excerpt posted on 29 Oct 2020 What Is The Best Location to Observe the Breath during Meditation?Where should a meditator observe the breath during meditation? Catch the excerpt video at htt...
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SGC–20201025 from 2020-10-27T00:38:37
The Four Noble TruthsWhat are the significance of the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism? Find out in this Dharma sharing by Venerable A. Somananda (Pre-recording in English) Catch the full video of the...
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YouTube Excerpt–22102020 from 2020-10-21T22:07:16
YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 Oct 2020 Must Vegetarians Order Food Only From Vegetarian Stores?Must we order food only from purely vegetarian stores when we are on vegetarian practice? Ven Chuan Gua...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201015 from 2020-10-14T21:23:07
YouTube Excerpt posted on 15 Oct 2020 Dedication of MeritsHow can we dedicate the merits that we accrue in the wholesome, not necessarily spiritual, actions in our daily lives? What happens to the ...
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SGC–20200927 from 2020-10-12T23:32:15
What If There is No Life After Death?What if there is no life after death? Find out in this week’s Dharma sharing by Venerable K. Rathanasara, Catch the full video of the SGC session at https...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201008 from 2020-10-07T21:35:05
YouTube Excerpt posted on 8 Oct 2020 ForgivenessWhat does forgiving entail? Why should we forgive the wrongs that others have done to us? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/hNyR_EprG-k.Cat...
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YouTube Excerpt–20201001 from 2020-09-30T22:10:14
YouTube Excerpt posted on 1 Oct 2020 The Three ObstaclesVen Chuan Guan explains the Three Defilements referred to in the first line of a standard Dedication of Merits verse in this bite-sized Dharm...
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SGC–20200927 from 2020-09-28T22:32:28
Non-Self (Anatta)What is the buddhist concept of non-self? Learn more about non-self and how we can use this understanding in our practice in this Dharma sharing, which was originally given at Budd...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200924 from 2020-09-23T22:21:23
YouTube Excerpt posted on 24 Sep 2020 Dealing With Unrestrained DefilementsHow can we begin to deal with our defilements? Ven Chuan Guan answers a student’s question in this bite-sized Dharma...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200917 from 2020-09-16T22:43:44
YouTube Excerpt posted on 17 Sep 2020 ImpermanenceVen Chuan Guan shares on how we can live with impermanence in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/-0B2mBWsJtg.Catch...
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SGC–20200913 from 2020-09-14T21:29:20
Emptying OurselvesWhat does it mean by emptiness in Buddhism? Find out in this video how we apply the teachings on emptiness and bring about meaningful changes in our lives by transforming ourselve...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200910 from 2020-09-09T21:40:47
YouTube Excerpt posted on 10 Sep 2020 Is it Selfish to Give with the Intent to Gain Merits?Should we only give selflessly? Is it considered selfish to give with the intent to gain merits? Venerable...
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SGC–20200906 from 2020-09-07T22:44:52
The Four Basis of Hospitality What are the Four Basis of Hospitality in Buddhism? Find out in this Dharma sharing by Bhante Wimalajothi from The Buddhist Library. Catch the full video of the SGC se...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200903 from 2020-09-02T21:56:42
YouTube Excerpt posted on 3 Sept 2020 RepentanceHow should we repent when we did something wrong? Find out in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/bozcHlimHFw.Catch t...
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SGC–20200830 from 2020-08-31T23:34:02
Living Our Lives with Gratitude What are you grateful for in life? Find out in this video how we can apply the Buddhist teachings on gratitude in our daily lives. Catch the full video of the talk a...
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SGC–20200823 from 2020-08-26T23:02:07
佛教徒应具备的德行 In this week’s SGC, our guest speaker Ven Wan Qing shares on the attributes that Buddhists should strive towards and cultivate in Mandarin. Catch the full video of the talk at https...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200827 from 2020-08-26T22:16:41
YouTube Excerpt posted on 27 Aug 2020 Three Kinds of GivingFind out what are the 3 kinds of giving in the perfection of giving in this bite size dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200820 from 2020-08-19T22:09:43
YouTube Excerpt posted on 20 Aug 2020 Balancing Service to Others & Self Improvement with Self GratificationHow do we keep our efforts in servicing others and self improvement sustainable? Catc...
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SGC–20200802 from 2020-08-17T22:52:39
Emptiness – The Unique Teachings of the Buddha in Our LifeWhat does emptiness mean in Buddhism? Learn more about emptiness and how we can apply the unique teachings of the Buddha in our life ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200813 from 2020-08-12T22:14:37
YouTube Excerpt posted on 13 Aug 2020 Is There Really Rebirth?While there are rebirths to 6 realms as per Buddha’s teaching, we may not be able to observe them directly, and subscribe to them...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200806 from 2020-08-05T23:55:33
YouTube Excerpt posted on 6 Aug 2020 Is it Right to Have Material Pursuit?While material pursuit brings about progress, we should also balance it with spiritual progression. Catch the excerpt video...
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SGC–20200802 from 2020-08-04T00:46:16
Dharma Learning and Application in Daily Life Ven Chuan Guan talks about how to learn and apply the Dharma in our daily lives in this talk delivered at Mangala Vihara Buddhist Fellowship on 25 Marc...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200730 from 2020-07-29T23:27:37
YouTube Excerpt posted on 30 Jul 2020 How does Faith Help us to Overcome Difficulties?Ven Chuan Guan shares with us how faith is able to instil our trust in our end goal, in our process and our cap...
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SGC–20200726 from 2020-07-27T22:03:10
Ask Me Anything Ven Chuan Guan answers questions about repentance, vegetarianism, and more in the final SGC session before he goes for the Rains Retreat from Aug to Oct 2020. Catch the full video o...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200726 from 2020-07-27T22:03:07
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 26 July 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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YouTube Excerpt–20200723 from 2020-07-22T22:46:12
YouTube Excerpt posted on 23 Jul 2020 What is Paramita?Watch this bite-size dhama and learn the meaning of the term “paramita”, and the kinds of paramitas in the Buddhist teachings. Cat...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200719 from 2020-07-20T22:10:26
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 19 July 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC–20200719 from 2020-07-20T22:10:23
Puremind Pureland Ven Chuan Guan answers a few questions about Pureland(s) in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/K9030lf0MVc. Come join us every Sund...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200716 from 2020-07-15T22:07:30
YouTube Excerpt posted on 16 Jul 2020 Must We Take The 5 Precepts When We Take Refuge?Is it compulsory to take 5 Precepts when we take Refuge in the Triple Gems? Catch the excerpt video at https://...
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SGC–20200712 from 2020-07-13T21:56:27
The Four Reliances Ven Chuan Guan shares on the Four Reliances, and a bit on the Dedication of Merits verses and Western Pureland in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC session a...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200712 from 2020-07-13T21:55:21
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 12 July 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC–20200705 from 2020-07-06T22:23:27
Prayers in Our Life Explore the significance of prayers in Buddhism and how they form a part of our practice with Ven Chuan Guan in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SGC session at...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200705 from 2020-07-06T22:23:25
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 5 July 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.w...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200621 from 2020-07-04T11:44:29
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 21 June 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200614 from 2020-07-04T11:43:56
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 14 June 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200607 from 2020-07-04T11:43
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 7 June 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.w...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200531 from 2020-07-04T11:40:35
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 31 May 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.w...
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Diamond Sutta Series – 20200524 from 2020-07-04T11:29:24
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 24 May 2020.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.w...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200702 from 2020-07-01T23:58:24
YouTube Excerpt posted on 2 Jul 2020 Is Burning Paper Offerings Consistent With Buddhism?Ven Chuan Guan shares on how we can turn Chinese practice of burning paper offering to a mindset consistent ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200709 from 2020-07-01T23:58:02
YouTube Excerpt posted on 9 Jul 2020 How Can We Be Reborn as Humans?Ven Chuan Guan shares on how the practices required for one to be reborn in the human realm. Catch the excerpt video at https://y...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200625 from 2020-06-25T00:02:12
YouTube Excerpt posted on 25 Jun 2020 Using Noise in Our Practice Ven Chuan Guan shares on how noise can be used to help our practice in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://y...
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SGC–20200621 from 2020-06-22T22:45:27
Living with COVID-19 How can we find peace in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic? How can the Dharma make a difference in these difficult times? Ven Chuan Guan shares some pointers on living with t...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200618 from 2020-06-17T23:21:07
YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 Jun 2020 What Happens After We Attain Enlightenment?Ven Chuan Guan answers a student’s question on what happens after we attain Englightenment in this bite-sized ...
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SGC–20200614 from 2020-06-15T23:01:47
Saying Goodbye Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 14 Jun 2020 Ven Chuan Guan shares his thoughts on the recent demise of his father in this week’s SGC. Catch the full video of the SG...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200611 from 2020-06-10T23:06:59
YouTube Excerpt posted on 11 Jun 2020 Is Pureland in the Heavenly Realm?Ven Chuan Guan gives a brief introduction to Pureland in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/...
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SGC–20200607 from 2020-06-09T08:07:19
Living with Impermanence Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 7 Jun 2020 Ven Chuan Guan answers the remaining questions about meditation from last week’s SGC, and shares on impermanenc...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200604 from 2020-06-03T22:58:06
YouTube Excerpt posted on 4 June 2020 How Does 超度 Work? Ven Chuan Guan shares on how 超度 works in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/JKw9HtaThWI.Catch the full video...
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SGC–20200531 from 2020-06-02T02:37:29
Ask Me Anything – Meditation Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 31 May 2020 How should we deal with bad experiences while meditating? Where should we observe our breath? Ven Chuan Gu...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200528 from 2020-05-27T23:13:55
YouTube Excerpt posted on 28 May 2020 Why Are We Concerned About What Happens After We Die? Ven Chuan Guan shares on why we may be concerned about what happens to us after we die with a humorous re...
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SGC–20200524 from 2020-05-26T03:26:29
When the Eight Winds Blow Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 24 May 2020 What are the Eight Winds? How do the responses of an enlightened person differ from that of an unenlightened person...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200524 from 2020-05-26T03:26:27
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 24 May 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200521 from 2020-05-20T23:17:12
YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 May 2020 What Do the Sharing of Merits Verses Mean? Ven Chuan Guan explains the meaning of one of the most commonly recited verses for the Dedication of Merits in the C...
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SGC–20200517 from 2020-05-18T22:59:27
Misery or Joy in our Practice Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 17 May 2020 Has your practice always brought you joy? What happens if it doesn’t? Why does it not always bring joy? V...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200517 from 2020-05-18T22:59:22
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 17 May 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200514 from 2020-05-13T23:16:44
YouTube Excerpt posted on 14 May 2020 How To Live With Annoying Neighbours Ven Chuan Guan shares on how to live with neighbours who may be distrubing us in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200510 from 2020-05-11T22:55:11
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 10 May 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC–20200510 from 2020-05-11T10:41:06
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 10 May 2020 Managing Emotions and Being Human What does it mean to be human with respect to our emotions? How can we relate to our emotions more wisely? ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200705 from 2020-05-06T23:20:24
YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 May 2020 Chanting 108 TimesWhat is the significance of chanting 108 times? Join us to find out in this bite-size Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/IVVc...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200503 from 2020-05-04T23:57:43
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 3 May 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC–20200503 from 2020-05-04T23:57:34
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 3 May 2020 Attachment … Is it All Bad? Ven Chuan Guan invites the viewers to explore if all forms of attachments are necessarily bad in this ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200422 from 2020-04-29T22:22:30
YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 Apr 2020 Say Yes to HappinessVen Chuan Guan shares on how to be happier in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/jHZtSxL6fNk.Catch the ful...
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SGC–20200426 from 2020-04-29T22:21:01
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 26 April 2020 Ask Me Anything Ven Chuan Guan answers questions from the audience on the applicability of the Buddha’s teachings to modern corporate...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200426 from 2020-04-29T22:20:57
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 26 Apr 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200423 from 2020-04-22T23:28
YouTube Excerpt posted on 23 Apr 2020 Do Not Compare Your Practice With OthersJoin Ven Chuan Guan as he shares how we can self -assess our progress in our spiritual practice without comparison to o...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200419 from 2020-04-20T23:25:59
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 19 Apr 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC–20200419 from 2020-04-20T23:25:54
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 19 April 2020 Abhaya Sutta (MN58) Ven Chuan Guan shares on the Abhaya Sutta https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/mn/mn.058.than.html in the context o...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200416 from 2020-04-15T23:03:09
YouTube Excerpt posted on 16 Apr 2020 Mind Your Own BusinessVen Chuan Guan shares on how to avoid defilements when we receive things from others. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/mWF_HOd...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200412 from 2020-04-13T23:26:47
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 12 Apr 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC–20200412 from 2020-04-13T23:26:32
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 12 April 2020 清明節 Qing Ming Festival Ven Chuan Guan shares on on how to make this year’s Qingming more meaningful when most temples are closed and ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200409 from 2020-04-08T23:31:33
YouTube Excerpt posted on 9 Apr 2020 What Else Is There Besides Our Physical Bodies? Ven Chuan Guan shares on what constitutes what we are aware of as ourselves besides our physical bodies. Catch t...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200405 from 2020-04-06T23:10:08
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 5 Apr 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC–20200405 from 2020-04-06T23:10:05
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 5 April 2020 Stay Home Practices Ven Chuan Guan shares on the daily practices that we can do while serving the COVID19 Stay-Home notice. Catch the full v...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200402 from 2020-04-02T00:07:22
YouTube Excerpt posted on 2 April 2020 What Roles do Chanting Play in Buddhism?This bite-size dharma shares on the benefits of chanting, which is a common practice in Buddhism. Catch the excerpt vi...
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SGC–20200329 from 2020-03-30T23:01:26
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 29 March 2020 Ask Me Anything Shifu shares with us on the practice of contemplation of our own mortality, and extend it to those close to us to help us d...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200329 from 2020-03-30T23:00:51
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 29 Mar 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200326 from 2020-03-25T23:52:39
YouTube Excerpt posted on 26 Mar 2020 What is Karma?Ven Chuan Guan explains what karma is in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/TRLBNRXXPa8.Catch the full video of ...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200315 from 2020-03-24T05:09:14
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 15 Mar 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC–20200322 from 2020-03-23T23:23:56
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 22 March 2020 The House is On Fire Ven Chuan Guan elaborates on his recent blog post The House is on Fire where he shared on resolving the important urge...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200322 from 2020-03-23T23:23:18
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 22 Mar 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC–202000315 from 2020-03-19T00:49:09
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 15 March 2020 Of Rebirth and the Six Realms Ven Chuan Guan explains the Six Realms of existence, and how they are related to rebirth in this week’s...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200319 from 2020-03-19T00:48:57
YouTube Excerpt posted on 19 Mar 2020 Have You Done Your Due?Ven Chuan Guan shares on some reflections one can do especially on Pay Day, but also on other days as well. Catch the excerpt video at h...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200312 from 2020-03-11T22:29:22
YouTube Excerpt posted on 12 Mar 2020 The Three Spheres of Emptiness Ven Chuan Guan shares on the meaning of emptiness, and how emptiness is evident in all interactions between people. Catch the ex...
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SGC–20200308 from 2020-03-09T23:43:46
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 8 March 2020 Sharing Merits Ven Chuan Guan explains the concept of sharing merits and the meaning of a few commonly recited Dedication of Merit verses. C...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200308 from 2020-03-09T23:43:28
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 8 Mar 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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YouTube Excerpt–20200305 from 2020-03-04T22:14:58
YouTube Excerpt posted on 5 Mar 2020 What is Rebirth? Ven Chuan Guan explains the concept of rebirth in Buddhism in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/B-AgbeYnZN0.C...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200301 from 2020-03-02T22:10:01
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 1 Mar 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC–202000301 from 2020-03-02T22:09:50
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 1 Mar 2020 Patience : Simile of the Saw Ven Chuan Guan shares on the Simile of the Saw from the Kakacupama Sutta and how to live with our neighbors whom ...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200227 from 2020-02-26T22:44:02
YouTube Excerpt posted on 27 Feb 2020 How Do We Become Good Dharma Vessels? Ven Chuan Guan shares on how we can make ourselves suitable Dharma vessels for transmitting the Dharma. Catch the excerpt...
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SGC–202000223 from 2020-02-24T22:47:48
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 23 Feb 2020 Changing Minds, Splitting Ways One form of suffering is separation from loved ones, which occurs not only through death but also when there i...
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SGC–20200216 from 2020-02-17T22:24:15
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 16 Feb 2020 Compassion in Times of Fear How should the Great Compassionate Mantra be recited? How can we practice compassion during this period of fear a...
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YouTube Excerpt–20200213 from 2020-02-17T06:19:43
YouTube Excerpt posted on 13 Feb 2020 Our Titles At Work Ven Chuan Guan shares on how we should view the titles we have at work (e.g. “manager”) in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the exc...
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SGC–20200209 from 2020-02-11T00:03:43
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 9 Feb 2020 The World is Ending? Ven Chuan Guan shares on fear, the need for compassion, and points for reflection amidst the ongoing 2019-nCoV outbreak. ...
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SGC–20200119 from 2020-01-20T22:12:15
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 19 Jan 2020 Chinese New Year Customs Ven Chuan Guan shares on some traditional customs during the Chinese New Year and how we can incorporate Dharma into...
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Diamond Sutra Series–20200119 from 2020-01-20T22:12:11
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 19 Jan 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20200116 from 2020-01-15T22:07:21
YouTube Excerpt posted on 16 Jan 2020 Vinaya: Vegetarianism Is there a stipulation in the Vinaya for monastic Sangha to be vegetarians? Join us to find out what the Buddha said about eating meat in...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20200112 from 2020-01-13T23:03:12
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 12 Jan 2020. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20200112 from 2020-01-13T23:02:53
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 12 Jan 2020 Refuge in the Triple Gems Why should we take Refuge in the Triple Gems? Ven Chuan Guan shares on this and more in this week’s SGC. Catc...
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SGC – 20200105 from 2020-01-06T23:01:13
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 5 Jan 2020 Making Changes, Becoming the Persons We Want to Be What is the one thing you would like to change in yourself in the first quarter of 2020? Ve...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20200105 from 2020-01-06T23:01:05
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 5 Dec 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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YouTube Excerpt – 20200102 from 2020-01-05T23:50:36
YouTube Excerpt posted on 2 Jan 2020 What is Boredom? Do you feel bored? How would you describe boredom? Let Ven Chuan Guan share with you his definition of boredom. Catch the excerpt video at http...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20191229 from 2019-12-30T23:04:04
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 29 Dec 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20191229 from 2019-12-30T23:02:49
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 29 Dec 2019 Purpose of Our Life – A Year End Reflection What is the purpose of our life? What are some reflection points for 2019? Join Ven Chuan G...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191212 from 2019-12-11T23:36:38
YouTube Excerpt posted on 12 Dec 2019 How to Have More Friends? Ven Chuan Guan shares on how to have more friends and the attitudes we should hold towards friendship in this week’s excerpt. C...
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SGC – 20191208 from 2019-12-09T22:27:03
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 8 Dec 2019 What Happens After We Die? Is there something beyond our physical bodies which persist after death? What determines where we will end up after...
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SGC – 20191201 from 2019-12-03T04:21:02
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 1 Dec 2019 Paths to Happiness What are the various paths to happiness? How do the forms of happiness between these paths differ from one another? Ven Chu...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20191201 from 2019-12-02T22:56:24
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191128 from 2019-11-27T22:11:26
YouTube Excerpt posted on 28 Nov 2019 What is the Right Frame of Mind for Meditation? Ven Chuan Guan shares on how to approach meditation and make it part of our regular practice in this week’...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191121 from 2019-11-20T22:36:54
YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 Nov 2019 How do House Blessings Work? What are the benefits of house blessings? Join us to find out in this bite-size Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.b...
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SGC – 20191110 from 2019-11-11T23:57:22
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 10 Nov 2019 What is the Perfection of Precepts? What are the drivers which motivate us towards the Perfection of Precepts? Catch the full video of the SG...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20191110 from 2019-11-11T23:23:46
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 10 Nov 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littled...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191107 from 2019-11-06T20:12:18
YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 Nov 2019 How does Observing Boredom Help Us in Our Practice? Feeling bored and restless? How does observing boredom help us craft our response differently? How do ...
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SGC – 20191103 from 2019-11-04T23:34:41
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 03 Nov 2019 Perfection of Giving – Merit Making Ven Chuan Guan shares the 3 kinds of giving in the Perfection of Giving which gives rise to future ...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20191103 from 2019-11-04T23:04:18
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 3 Nov 2019. We apologize for a technical fault which led to the premature termination of the recording for this week. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191024 from 2019-10-23T23:20:40
YouTube Excerpt posted on 24 Oct 2019 How Should We Handle Criticisms? Ven Chuan Guan shares on how to handle criticisms in this week’s excerpt. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/Tp...
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SGC – 20191020 from 2019-10-21T22:45:05
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 20 Oct 2019 AMA: Why Go on Retreats? Ven Chuan Guan shares on what Buddhist retreats are, their purposes, and the attitudes we should have when attending...
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SGC – 20191013 from 2019-10-14T21:56:23
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 13 Oct 2019 Living an Active and Youthful Life How do we define an active life? How can we maintain a youthful mindset? Ven Chuan Guan shares on these an...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20191013 from 2019-10-14T21:56:14
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 13 Oct 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20191010 from 2019-10-09T23:24:36
YouTube Excerpt posted on 10 Oct 2019 How Should We Approach Reality? Vem Chuan Guan shares the Buddha’s teachings on how to approach reality in this week’s excerpt. Catch the excerpt v...
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SGC – 20191006 from 2019-10-07T23:48:29
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 6 Oct 2019 Buddhist Titles and Their Significance What are the various titles associated with Buddhist monastics? What is the significance of these title...
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SGC – 20190929 from 2019-09-30T23:15:04
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 29 Sep 2019 AMA: Traditions of Buddhism What is the role of vegetarianism in Buddhism? What is the purpose of chanting? What are the differences between ...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190929 from 2019-09-30T23:14:59
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 29 Sep 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190926 from 2019-09-25T22:37:19
YouTube Excerpt posted on 26 Sep 2019 The Three Universal Characteristics Vem Chuan Guan gives an introduction to the Three Universal Characteristics in a nutshell in this week’s excerpt. Cat...
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SGC – 20190922 from 2019-09-23T23:22:41
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 22 Sep 2019 Dharma in Our Actions What does it mean to apply Dharma? What are the features of a Dharma practitioner? Find out more from Ven Chuan Guan in...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190922 from 2019-09-23T23:21:06
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 22 Sep 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190919 from 2019-09-18T22:33:18
YouTube Excerpt posted on 19 Sep 2019 Is Buddhism about Loving Kindness and Compassion? What are Metta and Karuna? What are their roles in Buddhism? Find out more with Ven Chuan Guan in this bite-s...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190908 from 2019-09-09T23:46:57
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 8 Sep 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC – 20190908 from 2019-09-09T23:45:32
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 8 Sep 2019 Gratitude and Attitude in Our Life What are the Five Food Contemplations? How are they applicable beyond food in our day-to-day lives as laype...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190905 from 2019-09-04T22:56:57
YouTube Excerpt posted on 5 Sep 2019 Is Corporal Punishment for Kids Still Appropriate Today? How should we approach corporal punishment for kids? Ven Chuan Guan shares his thoughts in this bite-si...
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SGC – 20190901 from 2019-09-02T23:31:10
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 1 Sep 2019 How to Mitigate Difficulties? Difficulties are often obstructions that lie between our current state and our goals. How did the Buddha advice ...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190901 from 2019-09-02T23:30:59
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 1 Sep 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190818 from 2019-08-19T22:21:46
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 18 Aug 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190818 from 2019-08-19T22:19:09
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 18 Aug 2019 AMA: What is a Dharma Vessel? What is a Dharma Vessel? What qualities does a good Dharma Vessel possess? Ven Chuan Guan shares on these and m...
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SGC – 20190811 from 2019-08-13T00:13:10
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 11 Aug 2019 Developing a Selfless Attitude What does it mean to be selfless? How can we become more selfless? Ven Chuan Guan explores these issues, and m...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190811 from 2019-08-12T22:13:25
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 11 Aug 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 2019815 from 2019-08-11T00:24:58
YouTube Excerpt posted on 15 Aug 2019 How Can We Not Feel Bored Do we always have to seek excitement to overcome boredom? Find out more from Ven Chuan Guan in this bite-size Dharma. Catch the excer...
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SGC – 20190804 from 2019-08-06T00:05:01
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 4 Aug 2019 Transformation Starts from Within How should we approach self-transformation in Buddhism? How can we relate to criticisms? Ven Chuan Guan shar...
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YouTube Excerpt – 2019801 from 2019-08-01T00:12:34
YouTube Excerpt posted on 1 Aug 2019 Is Dharma Relevant to Our Daily Lives? Ven Chuan Guan shares one example from the Suttas where the Dharma is not only limited to the supramundane path to Enligh...
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SGC – 20190728 from 2019-07-29T23:40:41
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 28 Jul 2019 AMA : Precepts and Social Life Pleasures vs Happiness in Life What are precepts? Can we still have social lives while observing the precepts?...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190728 from 2019-07-29T23:40:31
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 28 Jul 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190721 from 2019-07-23T00:07:20
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 21 Jul 2019 Pleasures vs Happiness in Life What distinguishes happiness from pleasure? What are the various forms of happiness that laypeople may enjoy? ...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190721 from 2019-07-23T00:07:10
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 21 Jul 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190718 from 2019-07-18T00:51:16
YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 July 2019 Is Rebirth Within Our Control? Is rebirth something we have control over? How do the Enlightened Ones differ from unenlightened beings when they pass on? Find...
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SGC – 20190714 from 2019-07-16T06:25:37
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 14 Jul 2019 Dhamma Day 2019 Ven Chuan Guan shares on how the Buddha’s teachings come about, the meaning of the word Dhamma, and more on The Buddhis...
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SGC – 20190707 from 2019-07-08T23:39:10
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 7 Jul 2019 To Abort or Suffer with Your Handicapped Child? When to do What? Is abortion permissible under Buddhism? How can we help our friends who may b...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190707 from 2019-07-08T23:39
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 7 Jul 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190627 from 2019-06-27T02:03:53
YouTube Excerpt posted on 27 June 2019 Leave No Regrets When Our Parents Pass On How can we more meaningfully relate to our parents while they are still alive? Find out more with Ven Chuan Guan in ...
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SGC – 20190623 from 2019-06-25T00:45:52
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 23 Jun 2019 Good luck, bad luck … Chance or Karma? Is there the concept of luck in Buddhism? How does Karma work? Find out with Ven Chuan Guan in this we...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190623 from 2019-06-25T00:45:50
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 23 Jun 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190616 from 2019-06-18T00:25:44
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 16 Jun 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma...
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SGC – 20190616 from 2019-06-18T00:25:32
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 16 Jun 2019 Buddhist Etiquette What are some practices in Buddhist etiquette? How should we perform a proper prostration? Find out with Ven Chuan Guan in...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190613 from 2019-06-13T01:17:12
YouTube Excerpt posted on 13 June 2019 How to be Reborn in Higher Realms What determines which realm sentient beings will be reborn in? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/iaZM6nrxudM.Catch...
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SGC – 20190609 from 2019-06-11T16:53:22
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 9 Jun 2019 Four Noble Truths What are the Four Noble Truths? How do they shape our practice? Find out with Ven Chuan Guan in this week’s SGC. Catch...
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190609 from 2019-06-11T01:10:23
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 9 Jun 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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Diamond Sutra Series – 20190602 from 2019-06-04T00:42:27
Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 2 Jun 2019. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Sunday 3.30pm to 4.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATES Dharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma....
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SGC – 20190602 from 2019-06-04T00:42:16
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 2 Jun 2019 Buddhism and Rebirth What roles do rebirth play in Buddhism? How can we approach the topic of rebirth? Find out with Ven Chuan Guan in this we...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20190530 from 2019-05-30T02:08:32
YouTube Excerpt posted on 30 May 2019 The Real Path to Power: Taming Your Anger The strength that being angry during disagreements may bring us is illusory. Real strength is found in standing our g...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180621 from 2018-06-20T21:39:51
YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 June 2018 What is Buddhism? Buddhism is one of the religions in Singapore. Is it really a religion? If not, what is Buddhism? How is it different from other religions? ...
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SGC – 20180617 from 2018-06-18T14:27:21
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 17 Jun 2018 Practices in Lay Life – Dedication of Merits What does it mean to do dedication of merits (??) and why do we do it? Come listen to Ven ...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180614 from 2018-06-14T01:01:44
YouTube Excerpt posted on 14 June 2018 Attitude towards Learning Dharma Be patient. There is no shortcut to learning the Dharma. It takes time to understand the teachings until we can fully penetra...
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SGC – 20180610 from 2018-06-12T03:24:31
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 10 Jun 2018 Support & Refuges in our Lives Who do we take refuge in and get support from in our lives? What does it mean to be a Buddhist? How can we...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180607 from 2018-06-06T21:50:50
YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 June 2018 Why do Suttas start with “Thus have I heard”? Why do Suttas begin with “Thus have I heard”? What is its significance? Watch this sharin...
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SGC – 20180603 from 2018-06-04T22:34:55
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 3 Jun 2018 Four Excellent Thoroughbred Persons in this World There are people who won’t do anything regardless of what happens, and there are other...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180531 from 2018-05-30T23:11:18
YouTube Excerpt posted on 31 May 2018 Is it OK to do nothing? Very often, we link our self worth and value to the amount of things we do. Many of us may feel depressed and useless when we are relie...
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SGC – 20180527 from 2018-05-29T05:25:19
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 27 May 2018 Vesak – Of Aspirations and Wishes Many times we had wished for something. On other occasions we might have aspired to something else. H...
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SGC – 20180520 from 2018-05-21T13:03:25
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 20 May 2018 Vesak – The Celebration of Awakening Buddhists celebrate Vesak Day to remind ourselves of the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and m...
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SGC – 20180513 from 2018-05-14T23:17:47
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 13 May 2018 Qualities of a Mother that make one worthy of Mother’s Day celebration Even if a person were to carry one’s father and mother on ...
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SGC – 20180429 from 2018-05-01T04:53:33
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 29 April 2018 Acceptance and Getting Used To Our acceptance or non-acceptance of something does not change the fact that it has happened. Learn more from...
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SGC – 20180422 from 2018-04-23T21:57:13
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 22 April 2018 Finding Success at Work How do you define success at work? What advice does the Buddha give to achieve workplace success? Which mantra does...
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SGC – 20180415 from 2018-04-16T23:05:11
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 15 April 2018 Facing up to Death 2 This week, Shifu discusses Death with focus on facing the certainty of the death of our loved ones. How should we refl...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180412 from 2018-04-11T21:53:55
YouTube Excerpt posted on 12 April 2018 How to Have Meaningful Discussions with Others? Learn tips on how to make a discussion meaningful and useful with our bite size Dharma on the go! Catch the e...
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SGC – 20180408 from 2018-04-09T22:42:54
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 8 April 2018 Facing up to Death 1 How should we live our lives knowing that we must inevitably die one day? Have you made good use of your accumulated pa...
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YouTube Excerpt – 20180405 from 2018-04-05T03:45:18
YouTube Excerpt posted on 5 April 2018 Should We Still Take the Precepts Even If We Might Break Them? To take or not to take the precepts? Are you in such a dilemma, or do you just want to know mor...
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SGC – 20180401 from 2018-04-03T00:20:18
Weekly Spiritual Group Cultivation (SGC) on 1 April 2018 Ask Me Anything: Qing Ming and Buddhism What significance does Qing Ming hold for you? Are the customary prayers in line with Buddhist teach...
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RPSXL – 20171026 from 2017-10-27T00:54:08
Living a Loving and Awakened Life ????? Term 5: Lesson 4 Chapter 5: Verse 103
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BAIFA – 20171025 from 2017-10-26T00:48:20
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ITBW – 20171024 from 2017-10-25T00:37:15
In the Buddha’s Words The Way to a Fortunate Rebirth: Kamma and Its Fruits, pg 164 para 13
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BAIFA – 20170823 from 2017-08-23T11:30:49
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BAIFA – 20170816 from 2017-08-16T11:30:31
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BAIFA – 20170802 from 2017-08-02T11:30:46
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BAIFA – 20170726 from 2017-07-26T11:30:17
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BAIFA – 20170719 from 2017-07-19T11:30:12
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BAIFA – 20170712 from 2017-07-12T11:30:59
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BAIFA – 20170705 from 2017-07-05T11:30:15
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BAIFA – 20170628 from 2017-06-28T11:30:35
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ITBW – 20170627 from 2017-06-28T00:00:22
In the Buddha’s Words Happiness Visible in This Present Life, pg 124 3. Present Welfare, Future Welfare
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BAIFA – 20170621 from 2017-06-21T11:30:40
??????? Treatise on the Hundred Dharmas Mental Concomittants – 11 Wholesome: Serenity pg 16 Come join us @ The Buddhist Library Every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm
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ITBW – 20170620 from 2017-06-21T00:44:21
In the Buddha’s Words Happiness Visible in This Present Life, pg 122 The Family, Seven kinds of Wives, Anguttara Nikaya 7:59
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RPSXL – 20170615 from 2017-06-15T11:30:45
Living a Loving and Awakened Life ????? Chapter 5: Verse 14 Term 3: Lesson 9
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ITBW – 20170613 from 2017-06-14T00:36:41
In the Buddha’s Words Happiness Visible in This Present Life, pg 119 The Family, Repaying One’s Parents, Anguttara Nikaya 2: iv, 2
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BAIFA – 20170607 from 2017-06-07T23:58:36
??????? Treatise on the Hundred Dharmas Mental Concomittants – 11 Wholesome: Non-Greed, Non-Aversion, Non-Delusion pg 14 Come join us @ The Buddhist Library Every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm &...
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ITBW – 20170606 from 2017-06-07T00:31:50
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In the Buddha’s Words The Happiness Visible in This Present Life, Introduction, pg 109
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In the Buddha’s Words Approaching the Dharma, pg 100 2 May session is cancelled as I had to share in an interfaith dialogue that evening.
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In the Buddha’s Words Approaching the Dharma, pg 93 2 May session is cancelled as I had to share in an interfaith dialogue that evening.
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ITBW – 20170418 from 2017-04-19T00:00:44
In the Buddha’s Words Approaching the Dharma, pg 91 Recording for 4 April failed. 11 April session was cancelled.
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ITBW – 20170307 from 2017-03-07T00:26:34
In the Buddha’s Words Bringer of Light, pg 85 – pg 87 No class for 14 and 21 March 2017
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ITBW – 20170228 from 2017-03-01T00:51:24
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Living a Loving and Awakened Life ????? Last lesson for 2016. Starting next year, class will resume on Thu 5 Jan 2017. Happy New Year! ?
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In the Buddha’s Words Bringer of Light pg 56 para 5 to pg 58, para 4.
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