The Diamond Way Exeter Buddhist centre was opened in 2004 and is one of over 600 Diamond Way centres and groups around the world. It is part of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism which is a noble tradition going back over 2500 years. It is a place for a relaxed and dynamic community, ideal for those interested in meditation practice, learning about the nature of mind, and combining the philosophy of Buddhism with our everyday modern active lives. We are only 10 minutes walk from Exeter city centre; for address details and a street map please see our contacts page.
Lama Ole Nydahl
Thursday 7:30pm:
For newcomers there is a brief introductory talk which gives an overview of Diamond Way Buddhism and its Buddhist practices . Next is a 10 minute explanation from a member of the group which covers in more detail a specific aspect of our practice. We then have the main focus of the evening, a 16th Karmapa guided meditation which takes approximately 20 minutes. Any other questions you may have can be asked in a relaxed manner over refreshments after the meditation.
Sunday 10.30 - 1pm:
Sundays are for personal meditation, primarily the Buddhist foundational practices. You can come for the whole, or just part of the session to meditate with friends and also, if needed, receive introduction for the Refuge meditation or your next practice. After meditation, we often have a light lunch together, either here at the centre or at a local venue.
Monday 6:30 - 7:30pm:
Monday evening meditation has recently been extended to include a "Loving Eyes meditation" The 16th Karmapa meditation is as normal from 18:30 until 19:00. We then have a short 5 minute break before starting a guided Loving Eyes meditation which takes about 25 minutes. There will be short explanation given for all those that have not experienced the Loving Eyes meditation before. Please feel free to come to either or both of the meditations. This is open to anyone that has previously been to our introductory evening on a Thursday. All our meditation sessions at the centre are free of charge.
Lectures and Courses
For the latest events please feel free to e-mail us or have a look on our events page .