[ULUBUDA] Next weeks events

Wed Nov 14 12:59:43 MST 2007

Hey,

Here are some updates for next weeks events and further information about our fantastic talk on Monday!

Monday 19th November- Talk by Lama Lobsang Darjy
'An Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism'

Some more info about Lobsang Darjy:
Lama Lobsang Darjy is a master astrologer and monk with a background in the Nyingma, Kagyudpa and Gelugpa traditions of Tibetan Buddhism, though he is a Gelugpa monk. For many years, he has been resident at Rajha monastery in Amdo, where he completed Buddhist studies including Buddhist philosophy and Vajrayana practices. During this time, he was Chant master for seven years, ritual master for three years, as well as studying Tibetan Medicine and Astrology. He studied medicine at the Qinghai Traditional Tibetan Medicine Hospital. In addition, Lama Lobsang is a writer and poet: his book, ‘One Voice’ tells of his experience as a Tibetan in a rapidly changing modern world. He is a member of the Tibetan Writers’ Association, under whose auspices he attended the Italian PEN Freedom of Expression Conference in Venice, in May 2005. Lama Lobsang is currently visiting the United Kingdom. He is a fountain of wisdom on Astrology in Tibetan Medicine.

It would be great to see you all there, tell you friends and spread the word! Tea and snacks will be provided.

There will be plenty of time for questions and Lama Lobsang much prefers a more conversational and relaxed atmosphere for a talk, so feel free to join in the discussion too.

Date: MONDAY 19TH NOVEMBER Time: 6.30PM+ (Whenever your classes finishes)Place:  Room 2BULU, Malet Street, WC1E 7HY (directions here: http://www.ulu.co.uk/content/index.php?page=1302). 

Loy Krathong Festival at Wat Buddhapadipa!
This Sunday 18th November.

www.buddhapadipa.org/

This is not an official ULUBUDA event but I thought I would let you know as some of us will be heading down to check out the celebrations at the temple. It should be a great show of Thai culture and festivities. 

Here is some more info
"
THE KATHINA ROBE CEREMONY AND THE LOY KRATONG FESTIVAL At THE BUDDHAPADIPA TEMPLE Sunday 18th November 2007 & Celebrations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King’s 80th birthday anniversary and royal Kathina-Loykrathong festival 18 November 2007 At THE BUDDHAPADIPA TEMPLE 14 Calonne Road Wimbledon London SW19 5HJ The Tentative Notice of the Visit to the United Kingdom of HRH Princess Soamsawali to present the Royal Robes to Sangha and to preside over the 80th Birthday Celebration of His Majesty King Bhumibal Adulayadej On Sunday 18th November 2007 At The Buddhapadipa Temple 14 Calonne Raod, Wimbledon London SW19 5HJ v PROGRAMMES 09.00 am - Assemble in the Main Temple 10.00 am - The 10 of venerable Monks perform chanting 11.00 am - Lunch offering to the 25 monks - Thai classic performance on stage start 13.00 pm - Preparation for addressing HRH Princess Soamsawali 13.10 pm - HRH Princess Soamsawali leaves Hotel in London with her courtiers 13.55 pm - HRH Princess Soamsawali arrive at The Buddhapadipa Temple, Wimbledon London SW19 5HJ - Received by H.E. the Thai Ambassador and Madame Heads of Offices of Royal Thai Embassy in London Officials who work at Royal Thai Embassy Head of the Department of Buddhism in Thailand The Organising Committee The Young Buddhist Group and Sunday Thai pupils of The Bduddhapadipa Temple All well wishers - Madame Ambassador, spouse of Chairman of the Organising Committee, Head of Sunday School of Buddhapadipa Temple present Her Royal Highest garlands - HRP Princess Soamsawali enters the decorated Marquee 14.00 pm - Address by the Ambassador of Thailand to the United Kingdom - HRH declares open the 80th Birthday celebration of H.M. King Bhummibol Adulayadej - The Venerable monks give blessing - HRH proceeds to receives the Royal robes - HRH enters into Ubosatha Hall and lights candles and incense - HRH presents the Sangha with the Royal robes - The Sangha gives blessing 14.50 pm - HRH leads the assembly to wish H.M. the King to be healthy and long-lived - HRH gives the gifts to the Officials and signs Visitor’s Book 15.15 pm - HRH proceeds into the marquee in order to see Thai classic dances - HRH receives the special floating flower and lets an official float it in the lake - The Ambassador and Madame present the souvenirs to HRH Princess Soamsawali 15.25 pm - HRH Princess Somsawali departs the Buddhapadipa Temple 15.30 pm - Mr Wanchai Poonum thanks the Committee and all people - The Head Monks of the Buddhapadipa Temple gives words of thanks to all people. v "

It seems to me that things kick off properly at around 1, with the Thai princess arriving at around 1:55. Therefore, I think I will be heading to Wimbledon at around 12.

I suggest, whoever wants to join in going at this time meet at 12 noon at South Kensington station on Sunday 18th November.

www.buddhapadipa.org/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loy_Krathong

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathina

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