UBC Welcomes Two Buddhist Nuns from Myanmar
On July 1, 2024, we welcomed two Buddhist nuns from Myanmar, Venerable Daw Sucinti and Venerable Daw Kesavati, who have joined the Uganda Buddhist Centre (UBC) for Buddhist missionary activities and to play a crucial role in training and nurturing local nuns. Their arrival is historic in the growth and development of Buddhism in Uganda […]
Novice Monk Dhammarakkhita Embarks on Advanced Monastic Training in Sri Lanka
We are pleased to announce that novice monk Venerable Dhammarakkhita has embarked on a significant journey to deepen his monastic training at Asgiri Maha Vihara Pirivena in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Known for its rich heritage and spiritual significance, the Asgiri Maha Viharaya is a prominent Buddhist monastery and the headquarters of the Asgiriya Chapter of […]
New Insights on Walking Meditation and the Consequences of Intoxicants.
In a recent Dharma talk, Ven. Pandicca provided profound insights into the practice of walking meditation and the detrimental effects of intoxicants on the human mind and body. The session aimed to deepen the understanding of mindfulness practices while highlighting the moral and practical reasons for abstaining from alcohol and drugs. Today’s session began with […]
Celebrating Vesak: Building Trust and Solidarity in Today’s World
On Sunday, May 19, 2024, we gathered to celebrate Vesak, a significant day that commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of the Buddha. This year, we embraced the United Nations Vesak theme, “The Buddhist Way of Building Trust and Solidarity.” The celebrations were led by Bhante Pandicca and Venerable Sangharakkhita, who guided us through […]
TAMING THE MIND FOR OUR OWN FREEDOM
In our human experience, few subjects hold as much intrigue and mystery as the workings of the mind. It’s a treasure trove of creativity, the fountain of our emotions, and the driving force behind our actions, all of which originate in the mind. The Buddha in the Dhammapada 1 and 2 once said that; Mind precedes […]
UBC PARTICIPATES S IN A RELIGIOUS TOURIST GUIDE TRAINING
From April 15, 2024, two members of the Uganda Buddhist Centre participated in a two-week Religious Tourist Guides Training. The training was organized by the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU) in partnership with the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) and the Confederation of Uganda Tourism Association (COUTA). The training aimed at systematically nurturing and equipping a […]
UBC Celebrates International Buddhist Day
On Friday, April 5th, the Uganda Buddhist Center celebrated the International Buddhist Day (IBD). The event, marked by solemn rituals and reflections, was led by Most Venerable Bhante Buddharakkhita, embodying the spirit of peace and harmony. Among the distinguished participants was Mr. Matia Lwanga Bwanika, the LCV Chairperson/Governor of Wakiso District. The ceremony commenced with […]
UBC organises 2024 Annual Peace Training Camp
Our commitment to nurturing ethical values and fostering a culture of peace among young minds has led us to initiate an annual peace training program. The program aims to equip young participants with the tools they need to become ambassadors of peace in their communities by instilling in them values of compassion, peace and ethical […]
Unveiling the Layers of Samyojana: Exploring Ego, Views, and Spiritual Growth.
Greetings, everyone. Today, I’d like to delve further into the topic of Samyojana. Last week, we explored three aspects of Samyojana, and today, we’ll continue by examining additional facets. But before we proceed, let me illustrate the concept with a few examples. Concentration, known as samadhi, is a crucial aspect of spiritual practice. However, true […]