Parinirvana Festival
Led by Sanghajit and Suvarnajyoti
Sat 15 Feb: 4.30pm - 9pm;
Sun 16 Feb: 11am - 6.30pm
In person at the LBC
Impermanence and the preciousness of life are cornerstone teachings of Buddhism. On this unique festival, we honour the moment of the Buddha’s physical death two and a half millennia ago.
This is often a poignant occasion, as we reflect on the cycles of life and death. Come along for talks, meditation, musical offerings, and discussion on the Buddha’s life and the opportunity that our own lives present us. We will also celebrate and remember those who have died in the past year with ritual and readings.
All welcome to a festival weekend that will help us connect with what is most important in our lives.
In person, just turn up to as much of the festival as you can.
Event Schedule
4.30pm | Welcome with Tea and Cake in the Mural Room
5pm | Remembrance Ceremony and Metta Bhavana for the Dead
6pm | Silent Tea Break
Doors re-open
6.15 | 'Life Beyond Death: The Buddhist Vision' - Dharma Talk by Maitreyabandhu
7.15 | Shared Buffet
Bring vegan food to share
7.50pm | Jazz with Maitrikumara and Friends
End by 9pm
11am | Doors open
11.15am | Meditation Morning
Doors will re-open from 12.05 - 12.15pm
1.15pm | Shared Lunch
Bring vegan food to share
2.15pm | Letting Go Practice with the Six Elements
Led by Sanghasiha and Kavyamani
4pm | Tea Break
4.30pm | Festival Puja with Mitra Ceremonies
Bring cards and gifts for mitras if you wish
End by 6.30pm
