What is the Dharma? Exploring the path to awakening

Led By: Suryapala and Lizzie
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
3 pm - 5 pm
In person at New York Zendo Shobo-ji
223 East 67th Street
New York, NY 10065

Event Description:

The Young Buddhist Initiative is a welcoming space for anyone aged 35 and under to explore Buddhist teachings and meditation in a friendly, community setting.

In this session, we’ll explore the theme of What is the Dharma? The Dharma is the path or teaching that leads to awakening. We’ll look at the essence of what these teachings are and how we can apply them in our lives.

All are welcome — no prior experience with Buddhism or meditation is necessary.

Agenda:

• Welcome & Introductions

• Discussion of Buddhist Foundations of Mindfulness

• Meditation

• Discussion of Lovingkindness and Emotional Wellbeing

• Meditation

• Close

About the Leaders:

Suryapala is an Ordained Buddhist in the Triratna Buddhist Community and has been practicing meditation regularly for six years. He began his Buddhist journey in the United Kingdom and for the last several years has been an active member of the New York/New Jersey sangha.

Lizzie Rolley has been actively training for ordination within the Triratna Buddhist Community since 2019, first through the London Buddhist Centre and now with Triratna New York. Alongside her spiritual path, she works in corporate consulting, where she focuses on ethical considerations within her industry.

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