Introduction to the Brahma Viharas

Published: April 11, 2015, 4:31 a.m.

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Free Buddhist AudioWe are delighted to share this week\\u2019s\\xa0FBA Podcast entitled, \\u201cIntroduction to the Brahma Viharas.\\u201d Here, Ratnavandana beautifully introduces the Brahma Viharas as an integrated set of practices flowing from metta \\u2013 loving kindness. Her central image is that of a tree, deep rooted and spreading its canopy wide as she evokes a profound, personal connection to the cultivation of the sublime abodes \\u2013 loving kindness, compassion, joy with others, and equanimity.

Ratnavandana also leads a guided meditation on cultivating a connection to the Brahma Viharas.

This talk was given as part of the 2015 Rainy Season Retreat at Bristol Buddhist Centre. The full archive of this retreat is available on The Buddhist Center Online.

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