Women's Day
Sunday 29 March 10:30am – 4:30pm
Join Saddhavasita and Bodhilehi as they explore one of Sangharakshita's most poignant poems; The Four Gifts.
Throughout 2026, the wider Triratna community is invited to explore "The Four Gifts," a theme based on a poem by Sangharakshita.
Bodhilehi and Saddhavasita will be exploring this poem.
Four Gifts
I come to you with four gifts.
The first gift is a lotus-flower.
Do you understand?
My second gift is a golden net.
Can you recognise it?
My third gift is a shepherds’ round-dance.
Do your feet know how to dance?
My fourth gift is a garden planted in a wilderness.
Could you work there?
I come to you with four gifts.
Dare you accept them?
All women are welcome. Please remember to bring your own lunch. Also Please try and come for the whole day.
Programme
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Doors Open |
| 10:30 | Introductions |
| 10:45 | Talk |
| 11:45 | Meditation |
| 12:30 | Groups |
| 13:15 | Bring your own lunch |
| 14:15 | Singing workshop / other activity |
| 15:15 | Tea and cake to be provided |
| 15:30 | Puja |
| 16:30 | Clear up and finish |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book?
No, please just turn up.
Can I come to just part of the day?
Yes please come for the whole day.
Can I come if I'm under 18?
Please contact us to discuss before you come as we have a children's safeguarding policy that we need to follow. contact@colchesterbuddhistcentre.com
Do I need to be a Buddhist?
No, anyone is welcome.
I'm quite new to your classes, can I come to this?
Yes of course, the event is suitable for all levels of experience.
How much does the event cost?
There is no charge, however we always welcome donations towards our running costs.
The Team
