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15th World Buddhist Women’s Convention, Calgary, 2015

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In 2015, the World Buddhist Women’s Convention will be hosted in Canada by the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada Women’s Federation (JSBTCWF) in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Embraced by the Oneness of Life is the theme for this prestigious, international event being held on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2015. It is anticipated that 2,000... Read more »

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Pure Land 2013 Vancouver conference round-up

Buddhism around the World Buddhism in Canada Conferences Events Pure Land Vancouver

The Pure Land 2013 Vancouver conference is now over, and most of the papers which were presented are now available online here: http://pureland2013.wordpress.com/2012/10/16/full-papers/ Here is a list of the presenters and their topics: Ama, Michihiro — Buddhist Confession in Modern Japan Andrews, Susie — Replacing Sukhāvatī: The Centrality of Śākyamuni and India in Contemporary BCA Dharma School Programming... Read more »

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Contemplative Psychotherapy Workshops, Toronto

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Contemplative Psychotherapy Immersion with Dr. Miles Neale Exploring Contemplative Psychotherapy Friday, June 21, 7-9 pm, $20 (no fee if registered for weekend) In this evening’s talk Miles will share insights from his personal journey over the last 17 years studying Buddhism and psychology. He will discuss the defining characteristics of contemplative psychotherapy, what these diverse... Read more »

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Pure Land conference keynote details

Buddhism in Canada Conferences Events Pure Land Vancouver

Keynote Addresses: Georgios Halkias and Masahiro Shimoda You are cordially invited to two keynote addresses for the conference, “The Pure Land in Buddhist Cultures: History, Image, Praxis, Thought”: Dr. Georgios Halkias – Pure Land in Tibet Dr. Masahiro Shimoda – Pure Land in Ancient India *Please click on links above to register for each keynote lecture. …………………... Read more »

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Pure Land 2013 conference Vancouver update

Buddhism in Canada Conferences Events Pure Land Vancouver

All are welcome to register and attend the conference and keynote lectures. *Registration fee includes meals and refreshments for the weekend. The Pure Land in Buddhist Cultures: History, Image, Praxis, Thought Conference will be taking place at the Vancouver campus of University of British Columbia from May 31 to June 2, 2013. For full schedule, presenters,... Read more »

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