… You can find more information about Theravada Buddhism from this link: http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/bullitt/theravada.html. You can read a little background about the Thai Forest tradition from this essay by Thanissaro Bhikkhu (Ajaan Geoff): http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/customs.html

Meet fellow Buddhists, yogis, and meditators, and come to our free classes and get-togethers sponsored by Asian Classics Institute in Phoenix. Although we are new in Phoenix, Asian Classics Institute was founded in 1993, to provide the kind of rigorous philosophical training you would get in a Tibetan Buddhist monastery, as well as more accessible classes in meditation technique, ancient yoga systems, and practical applications of the teachings to everyday life.  We have regularly scheduled cour …

We are a diverse center consisting of men and women from varied backgrounds and interests, from the seasoned Buddhist to those that have recently found the path. We invite you to come sit, come study and come see what we are all about. Phoenix Shambhala Meditation Center is part of an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers founded by Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and is now led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Our center offers group meditation practice twice a w …

We find that sitting meditation is a wonderful practice which helps us live more fully in each moment and to see the interdependent nature of our experience of life with greater clarity. Practicing in a group helps to deepen and reinforce that experience. Mediators of all levels and disciplines are welcome to sit with us for these monthly non sectarian meditation sessions. These sessions, on the second Sunday of each month will begin with a short reading followed by two twenty minute mindfulne …

Clear Light Buddhist Center is located at 614 E Townley Ave in Phoenix near Dunlap and 7th Street. Open to everyone, the Center offers meditation classes, a variety of introductory and in-depth courses, chanted prayers and retreats.  Classes take place in our beautiful meditation room and are suitable for all individuals whatever their level of interest, from those who seek simple relaxation to those who wish to find lasting inner peace and contentment through following the Buddhist path. We als …

  Falun Dafa (also called Falun Gong, or just Dafa) is a high-level cultivation practice guided by the characteristics of the universe—Truthfulness, Benevolence, and Forbearance. Cultivation means continuously striving to better harmonize oneself with these universal principles. Practice refers to the exercises – five sets of easy-to-learn gentle movements and meditation. Cultivating oneself is essential; practicing the exercises supplements the process. Over time, the principles of Dafa un …

Acknowledged as one of the most insightful and provocative spiritual teachers of our time, best-selling author David Deida continues to revolutionize the way that men and women grow spiritually and sexually. His teaching and writing on a radically practical spirituality for our time have been hailed as among the most original and authentic contributions to personal and spiritual growth currently available. Join us in creating a supportive community of practitioners in Arizona and beyond.

The actual nature of our experience is that of a seamless, timeless, aware presence, which encompasses and permeates all apparent objects and nothingness. This Awareness is the essence of who you are, whatever that may be. It's so obvious and intimate with all experiences, so in your face, (so to speak), that it isn't even noticed. Our monthly gatherings provide an environment where Consciousness/Life/Love/God/Awareness, through the experience of appearances, has the opportunity to unveil the su …

We are a friendly group of people that meet every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:00pm at several locations in Mesa AZ to practice and learn about meditation. We would love for you to come and check us out. If you are new and curious about meditation or are an advanced practitioner it does not matter, you are warmly invited. Cushions and chairs are provided and we will never ask anything of you. For those that like a long meditation without any teaching's. We  meet for a three hour …

"For more than 50 years, The Summit Lighthouse has been publishing the Teachings of the Ascended Masters—the mystics and sages of East and West who graduated from earth’s schoolroom and attained union with God. The Summit Lighthouse is a non-profit organization dedicated to making these teachings available to all those looking for answers to life’s difficult questions. The Summit Lighthouse was created to meet the needs of spiritual seekers for the Aquarian Age. It provides opportunities and s …

Would you like to spend more time in Presence and less time lost in worries, fears, judgments, and other negative thoughts and feelings? By following some simple practices, you can master your mind and emotions. You can learn to be happier and more at peace regardless of what is happening in your life. This class will give you the understanding and tools yo8u need to become free of negativity and suffering and experience the peace, contentment, and joy of your true nature. You can break free fro …

Our intention is to provide a center for all to learn and practice the Buddhist techniques of Bhavana (mental training) for mental serenity and mind purification. Through this program, our intention is to serve all regardless of religious, cultural or ethnic differences. The Arizona International Buddhist Meditation Center is a non-profit organization where all are invited to practice the Universal Truths of Buddha's Teachings.