Dhamma Wheel

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Theravāda for Beginners
A forum for beginners and members of other Buddhist traditions to ask questions about Theravāda (The Way of the Elders). Responses require moderator approval before they are visible in order to double-check alignment to Theravāda orthodoxy.

General Theravāda discussion
A discussion on all aspects of Theravāda Buddhism

Classical Theravāda
A forum for members who wish to develop a deeper understanding of the Pali Canon and associated Commentaries, which for discussion purposes are both treated as authoritative.

Abhidhamma
Discussion of Abhidhamma and related Commentaries

Pāli
Explore the ancient language of the Tipitaka and Theravāda commentaries

Early Buddhism
Textual analysis and comparative discussion on early Buddhist sects and texts.

Non-English Resources
A forum for Dhamma resources in languages other than English

Sīla
Buddhist ethical conduct including the Five Precepts (Pañcasikkhāpada), and Eightfold Ethical Conduct (Aṭṭhasīla).

General Theravāda Meditation
General discussion of issues related to Theravada Meditation, e.g. meditation postures, developing a regular sitting practice, skillfully relating to difficulties and hindrances, etc.

Samatha Bhāvana
The cultivation of calm or tranquility and the development of concentration

Vipassanā / Satipaṭṭhāna Bhāvana
On the cultivation of insight/wisdom

Ordination and Monastic Life
Discussion of ordination, the Vinaya and monastic life. How and where to ordain? Bhikkhuni ordination etc.

Dhammaduta (Dhamma propagation)
Organisational work, teaching, Sunday school syllabus, charitable work, outreach, sharing of resources, artwork, etc.

Shrine Room
Pictures of revered teachers, places, rupas, temples, bhikkhus, shrine rooms etc. that bring inspiration to our members. Pilgrimage advice, devotion etc.

Personal Experience
Discuss your personal experience with the Dhamma here. How has it enriched your life? What challenges does it present?

Family Life and Relationships
Balancing family life and the Dhamma, in pursuit of a happy lay life.

Wellness, Diet & Fitness
A place to discuss health and fitness, healthy diets. A fit body makes for a fit mind.

Dhammic Stories
Post sayings and stories you find interesting or useful.