"Until now we have cherished ourself above all others, and for as long as we
continue to do this our suffering will never end. However, if we learn to
cherish all beings more than ourself we shall soon enjoy the bliss of
enlightenment."
- Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Compassion Buddhist Centre is a non profit organisation that was founded by Geshe
Kelsang Gyatso in Newcastle in 1996. It is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition -
International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU).
We run study programs and meditation classes as well as various special events
throughout the year. We also hold regular chanted meditations and retreats.
Autumn Term
Our new term begins on Tuesday 26th August. We are running two day courses, this term. The first is on Sunday 21st September and the second is on Sunday 19th October. We will also be hosting a special purification retreat at the beginning of December.
Please contact us as soon as possible to register your interest in our day courses as they tend to be very popular.
The topic for our meditation classes this term is "Advice for a Good Life": When we discover the truth about our human potential and explore our unique capacity for goodness, honesty and virtue, we can turn around our current daily problems and difficult relationships. This terms classes will give us practical instructions on how to change so we can be free from our problems and live a good life.
Books and CDs
Why not drop into our shop to pick up a copy of our newest CD. Meditation for Relaxation contains 3 guided meditations to relax body and mind as well as a
16-page explanatory booklet.
It is easy to follow and is guided by English Buddhist nun, Gen Kelsang Naljor. The meditations can be practised by anyone:
| Inner Peace ~ 12 mins |
| Pure Light ~ 15 mins |
| Inspiration~ 16 mins |
