Sub 35 Study Seminar: The Meghiya Sutta

Sat

17 Oct

1.30-4pm

Sat 17 Oct / 1.30pm - 4pm

Led by Ratnaprabha

Why do we meet for study? Would we not make better progress if we spent more time meditating? Our tradition emphasises study and friendship as a path of development so that our practice of generosity, love and joy saturates every area of our lives- not just our meditation cushion.


Meghiya finds a delightful mango grove where he wants to sit to meditate and strive towards Enlightenment but the Buddha asks him to stay to care for him. Meghiya insists on obtaining his desired spot for meditation and the sutta follows the consequences we face if we try to practice love in our meditation without practicing it in our friendships.


Join Ratnaprabha (an ordained Buddhist with over 40 years of experience) and team to delve into the integrating potential of friendship and its capacity to lead us towards insight.

Frequently Asked questions

What does Give What you Can mean?
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All of our Buddhism and meditation classes are offered free of charge, but donations are very welcome. At all our events, we invite people to give what they can to help cover the costs of running the Centre. We appreciate everyone’s generosity, no matter the size of the gift.

Will there be any food and drink?
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Tea and biscuits are served during breaks. We provide a wide range of teas along with oat and soya milk. There is also tap water. If you’re attending a day-long event (a Festival day or Day retreat for example), you’re invited to bring a vegan lunch to share as part of a "pot-luck" buffet.

What should I wear?
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There is no dress code, just wear what you feel comfortable in. If you’re attending a meditation class, loose-fitting trousers are a good choice as they make it much easier to sit on a cushion or chair for longer periods.

Do I need to take my shoes off?
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We ask everyone to remove their shoes before entering our shrine rooms or yoga studio. You can leave your shoes in the designated areas. (You might want to bring a pair of socks if your feet get cold!)

Is it ok to just come once?
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Absolutely! You are welcome to drop-in and see if it feels right for you. 

How do I get to the Buddhist Centre?
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We are a 5–10 minute walk from three stations: Highbury & Islington, Holloway Road, and Drayton Park. Bus routes 21, 43, 263, and 393 stop nearby. We are also on the C38 Cycleway, with plenty of bike racks close by on Fieldway Crescent. There is no on-site parking, and nearby streets are mostly resident-only.

Is the Buddhist Centre accessible? 
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While we have an internal lift to the shrine rooms and yoga studio, please be aware there are four steep steps at our main street-level entrance without a ramp or lift. On the ground floor, you’ll find an accessible toilet. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss your specific access needs.