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What is Meditation?

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Meditation is a practice that has been around for centuries and its aim is to bring about peace, clarity, and balance in our lives...

Life and Death Are Nothing More than a Change in Form

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Embedded in the desire for longevity is the yearning to not part with the people in our lives. As the old Korean proverb says: “A life in a heap of dung is still better than no life at all.”..

The Five Mindfulness Trainings

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The Five Mindfulness Trainings have their root in the Five Precepts offered by the Buddha. They have been expanded and updated so that they represent a way to bring mindfulness into every area of life...

Engaging Together for Change : An Invitation

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Today we all have a role to play in the rising tide of collective awakening to racial injustice and systemic inequalities. ..

The Life of the Buddha

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According to the various traditions of Buddhism, buddhas have existed in the past and will exist in the future...

What is Buddhism?

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Buddhism is a religion and philosophy founded around 2,500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama. It is based on the teachings of the Buddha...
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Welcome to the Indian Buddhist Center (IBC) Inc., situated in the bustling heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. Our center is a sanctuary dedicated to sharing, preserving, and enriching the teachings of Indian Buddhism. We offer an inclusive and diverse space for all individuals seeking serenity, learning, or simply a peaceful break from their daily lives.
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Sacred Spaces, Shared Hearts: Contributing to Our Vihara Project in the Bay Area
  • Size of Project
    2500 sq. ft., Single Family House
  • Large Meditation Room
    A large meditation room can serve various purposes and be utilized in different ways to promote mindfulness, relaxation, and spiritual well-being.
  • Library
    The library in a vihara serves as a repository of wisdom, fostering the intellectual and spiritual growth of the monastic community and offering valuable resources for those seeking knowledge and understanding of Buddhism.
  • Community Kitchen
    Community kitchens, with their focus on shared resources, collaboration, and inclusivity, play a vital role in building resilient and vibrant communities.
  • Retiring Rooms
    Retiring rooms for monks and nuns in a monastery or religious institution are designed to provide a peaceful and contemplative space for individuals in the later stages of life, when they may require more solitude and rest.