Ekoji Buddhist Sangha

The current book for discussion on Friday evenings is entitled The Buddha’s Teachings on Prosperity: At Home, At Work, In the World, by Bhikku Basnagoda Rahula (Wisdom Publications, 2008).  This selection is somewhat different from previous selections, as it places its emphasis solely on the Buddha’s teachings to the lay community on how to live more effectively in the lay community.  This is not a book about meditation.

In this book, Bhikku Rahula extracts from the Pali Canon the Buddha’s teachings that were directed specifically to his lay followers.  He directs us toward a fuller, more spiritual life, by suggesting ways to bring skillful spiritual practice to everyday responsibilities and concerns.  He offers guidance on such topics as money, romantic relationships, conflict-management, and wise parenting practices.  This book helps readers negotiate both the road to the Buddha’s wisdom and the many daily distractions that threaten to test one’s resolve along the way.

As always, you needn’t purchase this book for yourself if you do not wish, and you do not need to read it ahead of time.  We will read aloud short sections at a time, and discuss how we can apply these teachings to our own lives.  This is not a closed group, and newcomers are welcome and encouraged to come join the discussion on any given week.