Women’s Mitra Study Group with Nirajamani

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Turning the Mind to the Dharma

This module looks at the central teaching and practice of Buddhism – that of Going for Refuge to the Three Jewels. It starts with an exploration of what are variously called the four reminders, the four mind-turning thoughts or the four ordinary preliminary practices. These are meant to focus our minds on the opportunities we have for spiritual practice as well as leading us to investigate the nature of what are called the false refuges. In coming to terms with impermanence more deeply, in acknowledging the inevitable effects of karma and by seeing through the dangers of saṁsāra, we can free ourselves more fully to turn towards the True Refuges, i.e. the Three Jewels.

The Four Mind-Turning Reflections are practised throughout the Tibetan Buddhist world but essentially comprise teachings that make up what Sangharakshita has called Basic Buddhism. Going for Refuge itself goes back to the very earliest days of Buddhism and is a practice acknowledged by all schools of Buddhism even if its true significance is not always appreciated.

Dates: Tuesdays – 14 April – 9 June (no sessions on 12 and 19 May)

Times: 6.30-8.30pm

Level Of Experience Needed: Mitras

Led By: Nirajamani

Date/Time: April 14, 2026 - June 9, 2026 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Price: £112 / £77

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