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 […]
Ten distinct forms of attachment that we often encounter in our lives
The roots of suffering are Attachment (Samyojana) Today, I would like to delve into the concept of attachment in Pali, known as Sanyojana. Attachment, or Sanyojana, encompasses ten distinct forms of attachment that we often encounter in our lives. But before delving deeper into attachment, I want to highlight the significance of our newly ordained […]
A Day of Joy at the Uganda Buddhist Centre
Today marked a significant day at the Uganda Buddhist Centre as the spirit of generosity and achievement filled the air. We were honored to unveil a heartfelt donation from Miss Wang, a generous supporter of our mission, who provided jerseys, shoes, and bags for the pupils of the Buddhist Peace School. This generous gesture will […]
Uganda Buddhist Centre Makes Historic Ordination of Four Women as Buddhist Nuns
The Uganda Buddhist Centre has today ordained four women as Buddhist nuns. The ordained women are Mirembe Anitah (Metta), Nazziwa Shadia (Santi), Damali Bakanasa (Karuna), and Nakiganda Harriet (Mudita). This marks a special moment for the centre, as this is the first time women have been ordained as nuns since 2008, when Bhante Buddharakkhita ordained […]
Two essential concepts in Buddhism, Sadha and Panna, by Venerable Pandicca
Greetings, everyone. Today, I would like to talk about two essential concepts in Buddhism—Sadha and Panna. Sadha can be translated as faith, trust, or confidence, while Panna translates to wisdom. In Buddhism, faith is not blind belief but a confident understanding based on wisdom. Every religion is built on trust, belief, and confidence. Whether it’s […]