Dr Ambedkar and the Revival of Buddhism | Seminar retreat
9 – 16 October | led by Vidyaruchi + team
Sangharakshita credited Dr Ambedkar with having made him ‘more aware of the social dimension of Buddhism, and of reality itself’. In this seminar, we’ll unpack the depth of that statement. Drawing on a variety of sources from these two great men, we’ll explore how Dr Ambedkar, in both theory and practice, revealed a profound connection between the socio-political and spiritual realms — and how Sangharakshita interpreted and built upon his achievements in ways that may be seen as among the most enduring aspects of his legacy. Expect to be stimulated, educated, challenged — and inspired to change the world through the Dharma.
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Seminar Retreats offer an intimate setting to look in-depth at Bhante’s exposition of key texts, bring us closer to the mind behind the teaching, and understand their relevance to our lives and practice. Places are very limited so book early.
Reception is from 4pm on the day of arrival, with the retreat beginning with supper at 6pm.
While you’re here you will be participating in communal life. This includes meditating with everyone on site in the main shrine room in the morning, taking part in daily tasks and at the end of your retreat you will help us to prepare the retreat centre for the next group to join us.
With this in mind, the retreat will finish after the clear-up, so if traveling on public transport, please book a train after 11am.
For: धर्मचारी चमु
Start date: 9th Oct 2026
End date: 16th Oct 2026
कार्यक्रमाचा प्रकार: निवासी
किंमत: Standard £335 | Concession £265 | Financial Assistance £210 | 2026 Adhisthana Members £75
Please note that the payment includes a non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit of £75.
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