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Tai chi originated as a Chinese martial art and in our current complementary and alternative medicine it is considered a mind-body practice. Tai chi is sometimes referred to as a...

On the first Saturday of the month, we feature group Zen meditation with Kevin Bortolin. A professor of Philosophy at Ventura College, Kevin is an avid practitioner and teacher of Zen...

Did you know that 40% of Americans use meditation? “The gift of learning to meditate is the greatest gift you can give yourself in this life. For it is only through meditation that...

Tai Chi Class, 5:40pm Thursday...

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Zen Class, 1st Sat. Each Month

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7:00pm Meditation, Monday/Thur...

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Apr 6, 2014

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Buddhism and Hinduism – A Brief Essay

Hinduism and Buddhism – A Brief Essay Introduction Hinduism and Buddhism are two of the five major religions in our world today. They are widely practiced, and have survived for centuries. Both have similarities and differences, as do all forms of religion. In this brief essay, presented by the Ventura Buddhist Center , I will show you the basic structure of each...

Aug 25, 2012

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Guide to Meditation

What is Meditation? Meditation has many definitions and meanings. In the West, it often refers to thinking something over or reflection. For Buddhists, meditation is a spiritual discipline that utilizes the power of attention to help us along the path of awakening. In the time of the Buddha the word used was bhāvanā which translates as contemplation, progression, development,...

Jan 15, 2012