Ritual and Devotion | Seminar retreat
18 – 25 September | led by Paramartha + Prajnanita
Join us in exploring the meaning and transformative power of ritual and devotion. Drawing from Sangharakshita’s Ritual and Devotion in Buddhism, we’ll study together, reflect on our own personal relationships with ritual, and engage in devotional practice to enliven and deepen our connection with the Three Jewels. This is a wonderful opportunity to enrich the emotional and imaginative heart of your practice.
paramartha
One of Sangharakshita’s closest friends, Paramatha lived with him for many years, including during Bhante’s time at Adhisthana. He now lives close by, and brings his wealth of knowledge and personal connection to the Teaching Community, handing on a part of Sangharakshita’s legacy that few others could do.
prajnanita
Born and raised in Czechia, Prajnanita was a deputy headmistress before working for the West London Centre. She moved to Adhisthana in 2023 and supported the Operations Team for a while as manager, before becoming Director of Adhisthana and the Dharma Team.
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: 18th Sep 2026
End date: 25th Sep 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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