The Bay Area Open Sangha exists to allow people to practice and study the Buddhadharma, the teachings of the Buddha, without concern for sectarianism or the historical lines between traditions of Buddhism. This is not to say that these lines are ignored and traditions are mixed without reflection or regard to their conflicts. The Buddha taught many ways to practice the Dharma and his teachings have come down over two and half thousand years to this day. Many of the differences in doctrine and p …

Hello Welcome to the San Francisco Meetup Group on “Buddhist Study & Meditation Discovering the Mind's Potential”. We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism, who are dedicated to providing both newcomers to Buddhism as well as established practitioners an opportunity to study, learn, & practice the Buddhist teachings. Buddhism is an insightful and inspiring journey to discover the true nature of ourselves and the nature of …

If you are curious about Buddhism and would like to know more about its practices and teachings and how they can help you encounter the basic sanity, wholeness, peacefulness, ease, and selfless compassion that is at the heart of our lives - please join us. You need not have any previous experience with Buddhism or meditation - the Nichiren Buddhist Sangha is for everyone from total novices to those who already have a lot of practice and experience. We meet each Sunday to practice silent …

Hello LEARN, CONTEMPLATE, CULTIVATE and TRANSFORM. Welcome to the meetup group "Inner Peace & Happiness Buddhist Study and Meditation Group". This is a wonderful opportunity, whether you are just beginning or have been studying for awhile, to join other warm-heart, sincere Buddhist Practitioners as we explore Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism. Buddhism is about transforming the mind and discovering the path to true happiness. To achieve this, first we need to take focused action to uproot t …

We are a community of fun, relaxed and spiritual people, who study, discuss Buddha's teachings and practice them while living and enjoying our modern lives. This group is for those who seek a fresh, practical and direct experience of what Buddhism is all about. Diamond Way (Vajrayana - Skt.) is the crown jewel of the Buddha's teachings. The view and meditation practices of the Vajrayana Buddhism have been transmitted directly from a teacher to a student in a careful manner directly from t …

… Bodhi Meditation is rooted in Tibetan Buddhism and is designed for both spiritual seekers and those who are in need of alternative cure. We are conveniently located in a shopping plaza near the Great Mall in Milpitas. There are plenty of parking spaces. Join us and experience the healing!!

Gankyil in a term that derives from Tibetan language, the first character “Ga” means Joy - a positive attitude and peace of mind produced by wisdom insights; and “kyil” means to Rotate - fearlessly taking un-harmful actions based on knowledge of interdependence. Gankyil was found by Tersar Tulku Rinpoche in 2007 San Francisco in California U.S.A. Gankyil aims to explore methods for modern people to achieve true freedom and happiness in accordance to the compassion and wisdom of Buddhism. Seeks t …

… Mikkyo is known as Esoteric Buddhism inherited from India to China and Japan via Asia. Mikkyo is fundamental doctrine of Shingon sect in Japan also known as a historical religious group.   Characteristics of Mikkyo teachings are: 1 We worship Dainichi Nyorai(Bigger than Sun, enlighted Buddha) who is universe itself as the symbol of TRUTH. 2 MIkkyo taranslates it meanings as Secret(MIk) Teachings(Kyo). Secrets refer direct teaching from source of universe then no other people cannot associate tru …

… About our Practice: We join Kannon Do Sangha (community of practitioners) to honor the tradition of Soto Zen Buddhism. Our zen community provides an opportunity to those who wish to explore the meaning of zen practice in our busy lives in the modern world. The friendship and trust in this Buddhist community provides a sense of sanctuary for its members. This Sangha represents the universal to all things, their inherent oneness.   Our practice consists of zazens (sitting/walking meditation), …

Come and join us for classes on meditation and Buddhism at The Kadampa Buddhist Temple in the Mission district in San Francisco. If you are interested in meditation, stress reduction, Buddhism or how to use Buddhist wisdom to deal with everyday problems and difficulties, this is for you.

… "Nichiren Buddhism is a teaching and philosophy of hope, affirming that we possess within ourselves the infinite power to surmount all hardships and break through all obstacles."   Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo is the name of the Mystic Law that governs life eternally throughout the universe. All life is an expression or manifestation of Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo. Thus when we chant this, we attune our lives to the perfect rhythm of the universe. The result is increased vital life-force, wisdom, strength, hope, …

… www.theopenway.org It is called nonduality-oneness and is the core of all spirituality including Zen, Buddhism, meditation and what is true in all "religion"and Manfesting Reality!! Look See NOW! It is what we already are. Actually obvious and self verifying. There will be a meditation (silent, guided or Reiki), a dvd/cd/book, and a heartfelt inquiry/satsang in a warm, allowing, meditative atmosphere In this open way, a reorientation naturally heightens perception, openness, awareness and enhanc …

… www.theopenway.org It is called nonduality-oneness and is the core of all spirituality including Zen, Buddhism, meditation and what is true in all "religion"and Manfesting Reality!! Look See NOW! It is what we already are. Actually obvious and self verifying. There will be a meditation (silent, guided or Reiki), a dvd/cd/book, and a heartfelt inquiry/satsang in a warm, allowing, meditative atmosphere In this open way, a reorientation naturally heightens perception, openness, awareness and enhanc …

… Learn more from our website: www.ZenDimSum.com “ Mondo Zen’s linguistic tools and integral framework allow insight and growth far beyond what conventional or post-modern Buddhism can offer.”  - Ken Wilber

ADVAITA is an eclectic group of friends interested in meditation, yoga, enlightenment, self realization, non duality teachings (Advaita Vedanta, Zen Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism). Francis Lucille, a long time friend and student of Jean Klein, is a spiritual teacher of the Advaita Vedanta tradition. There are 7 week long retreats every year and meetings every week at his home in Temecula, California. There are also retreats in Tampa (Florida), Paris (France), Barcelona (Spain), Munich (Germany) and S …

Learn the theory and history of Buddhism.  Come and learn from by listening to structured discourses and engaging in interesting discussion.  All this for free at Xuanfa Institute of Toronto. Xuanfa Institute of Toronto, an affliate of Xuanfa Institute, is one of the many dharma listening centres around the world.  It's goal is to propagate the true Dharma of the Buddhas and HH Dorje Chang Buddha III. All lessons are absolutely FREE and there are no obligations!  Visit http://www.zhaxizhuo …