Channel: Theosophical Society

Category: Education

Tags: buddhist monkajahnmeditationmindfulnessbuddhistbuddhismmonkjohn cianciositheosophical society in americatheosophical societyajahn brahm

Description: The Buddha and his subsequent enlightenment inspires millions of people around the world. Both lay people and monastics are drawn to the possibility of this ideal. But what is enlightenment? Are there any enlightened people around today? How would you even know if someone is enlightened? Join John Cianciosi, former Buddhist monk and Director of Public Programs, in a conversation with internationally-renowned Buddhist teacher Venerable Ajahn Brahm about how to clarify this thing we call enlightenment. With his usual humor, clarity, and directness, Ajahn Brahm answers questions with the authority that can only come from a lifetime dedicated to rigorous study and practice of the Buddha’s teachings. Ajahn Brahm is an internationally-renowned Buddhist teacher and bestselling author. He was ordained as a Buddhist monk and trained in the jungles of Thailand under the famed meditation master Ajahn Chah for nine years. Having now been a monk for over 40 years, Ajahn Brahm is the abbot of Bodhinyana Monastery in Western Australia and spiritual adviser and inspiration for Buddhist centers throughout Asia and Australia. In 2019, Ajahn Brahm was recognized on Queen Elizabeth II’s 93rd birthday Honors List, and was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for his “significant service to Buddhism, and to gender equality.” His books are bestsellers in many languages and he regularly tours internationally. Watch more here: youtube.com/c/TheosophicalSociety/search?query=brahm #buddhism #buddhist #monk The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members or its affiliates.