Ajahn Brahmali Podcast

Ajahn Brahmali offers a thoughtful talk on the role of lay Buddhists in the Buddha’s path, emphasizing that deep spiritual practice is not limited to monastics and that laypeople have a vital and hon…

Ajahn Brahmali discusses how to approach everyday difficulties and societal challenges using Buddhist wisdom and practice. Drawing from the Dhamma, he offers a grounded perspective on managing stress…

Ajahn Brahmali humorously addresses the title “The Easy Way to Awakening,” using it as a launching point to discuss the practical, gradual, and joyful nature of the Buddhist path. The Buddhist path i…

Ajahn Brahmali discusses the role and significance of monastic life in Buddhism, highlighting why it remains a vital aspect of the Buddha's teachings (Dhamma) and what both individuals and society ga…

In the wake of the 2019 Easter terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka, Ajahn Brahmali offers a compassionate and thoughtful reflection on how to process suffering, violence, and loss through the lens of Budd…

Ajahn Brahmali reflects deeply on the themes of death and impermanence, drawing from his personal experience following the passing of his father. He uses this as a heartfelt entry point into one of t…

Ajahn Brahmali offers a detailed and encouraging talk on samādhi, or meditative stillness, explaining its meaning, purpose, and crucial role on the Buddhist path. He addresses common questions and mi…

Ajahn Brahmali discusses the importance of inspiration (pasāda) in Buddhist practice and explains where to look, and not look, for it. He emphasizes that right inspiration energizes practice and keep…

Ajahn Brahmali offers a foundational talk on what Buddhism is really about, centered on its core framework: the Four Noble Truths. This talk is ideal for both newcomers and seasoned practitioners, as…

In this personal and reflective talk, Ajahn Brahmali shares the motivations, experiences, and insights that led him to become a Buddhist monk.

Recorded 2018-07-12

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Ajahn Brahmali delivers an insightful talk exploring the concept of true freedom from a Buddhist perspective. The session begins with reflections on meditation and segues into a deeper discussion abo…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the distinction between “original” and “traditional” Buddhism, encouraging a thoughtful return to the Buddha’s earliest teachings to better understand the essence of the Dhamm…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the relationship between secularism and Buddhism, reflecting on how Buddhism fits into modern, often secular societies, and evaluating the movement known as “secular Buddhism.…

Ajahn Brahmali gives a fascinating talk on the future of Buddhism, citing what the Buddha himself said on this topic, and connecting it with what it means to practice in the current age.

Recorded 2016…

In this Dhamma talk, Ajahn Brahmali explores the core Buddhist principle of impermanence (anicca), showing how a deep understanding of change can transform our relationship with life, reduce sufferin…

Ajahn Brahmali delivers a thoughtful and accessible talk on one of the Buddha's most profound teachings: Dependent Origination (Paticca Samuppāda). He unpacks its structure, purpose, and role in unde…

In this thought-provoking talk, Ajahn Brahmali explores the concept of cosmology from a Buddhist perspective, drawing connections between ancient Buddhist insights and modern scientific understanding…

Ajahn Brahmali examines the Buddha’s teachings on volition (cetanā) and the difference between the foolish and the wise, framing the discussion around how our choices shape both our meditation practi…

Ajahn Brahmali reflects on the first discourse of the Buddha, known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta (“Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in Motion”), which outlines the core of the Buddha’s teaching: the…

In this structured and engaging Dhamma talk, Ajahn Brahmali explores two fundamental aspects of the Buddhist path: Right View (Sammā Diṭṭhi) and Spiritual Friendship (Kalyāṇa-mittatā). These two elem…