NALANDA:
Culture and Art in Everyday Life

(The Nalanda program schedule is listed on the events page)

Nalanda Contemplative Arts comprises a number of secular disciplines and activities that integrate art and culture with everyday life. Each of these disciplines represents a genuine contemplative path; together they bring beauty, vividness and wisdom to our lives and culture.

Nalanda Contemplative Arts teaches non-aggressive art grounded in fresh, unconditioned perception. Although these teachings are inspired from Shambhala Buddhism and other spiritual traditions, they are not in any way religious or about adopting a religion or a particular philosophy. They are about the nature of discovery and play -- the universal nature of the creative process and communication. Whether you are an artist or not, if you have an interest in enhancing the creativity of your everyday life you are encouraged to attend these enriching programs.

The activities of Nalanda may be roughly grouped into four major categories: the arts, health, education, and business. The Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Group has sponsored ikebana (Japanese flower arranging), Miksang (contemplative photography), contemplative theater, mudra space awareness and bird watching socials. For upcoming events and contact information, please check our events page.

 Last updated 29 October 2003