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Wisdom grows in three ways -
through listening, thinking and practicing. Cittopadašastra
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May all beings be happy,
freed from ill will and fear. May all beings be at ease. Mettasutta
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 B u d d h i s t c e n t e r is the first and only institution of its kind in Croatia. It was established primarily to provide opportunity for study and practice to the members of the Buddhist community. However, its program is open to all who want to learn about Buddhism and the rich traditions within this ancient teaching. As a pioneer in Croatia, the Center has the mission to present the basics of mainstream Buddhism and to introduce interested persons into the specific practice of Chan. The program of activities at the Center reflects this twofold purpose - the study of the basics of the Buddha's teachings and historic development into Buddhist schools on one hand, and the introduction to the world of Chan meditation practice on the other hand. Both study and practice are balanced because it is equally important to adopt the right views as it is to put them to use in daily life. The Buddha's teaching tells us that we can succeed in changing our lives for the better. The Center, through its activities, shows how to initiate that change and how to integrate it into our lives. Most activities take place at the facilities of the Center, situated in downtown Zagreb. It includes a meditation room (zendo) and a study library. Meditation retreats are usually held here. Sometimes they are held at other locations, because of the number of people attending or for other reasons. At present we have been looking for a place in a rural location to establish a meditation center that would be appropriate for longer retreats and seminars. You can see the interior of the Center here.
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