This meetup group is designed to help people increase their Buddhist IQ and serve as a place where like-minded people can get together and share their knowledge.

In this discussion group, we will be discussing a selected text related to Chan (Chinese Zen) Buddhism, with particular focus on the writings of Venerable Master Sheng Yen. The texts and discussion will be in English. Since the readings are often related to basic concepts of Buddhism and are written in a clear and straightforward style, this group is geared toward a wide variety of participants, from those well-versed in Buddhist texts to those who are completely new to Buddhism. We welcome ev …

This group is for anyone interested in learning about Tibetan Buddhist meditation practices under the guidance of Lama Jigme, Spiritual Director of Orgyan Osal Cho Dzong Buddhist Temple and Retreat Centre. Lama Jigme will be giving an ongoing series of introductory talks on the theory and practice of Buddhist meditation, focusing on mindfulness of the breath to still the mind, and the utilization of this mental calm to develop insight into the nature of the self, the world and one's inherent Bud …