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I have lived and studied as a lay monastic in all of the three major traditions/schools of Buddhism (Theravada, Mahayana and Tibetan/Vajrayana) practicing alongside Bhikku's and studying under Monks such as Ajahn Sumedho and H.E Lopon Tenzin Jigme Rinpoche III. A long-time lay practitioner and student of Buddhism for over 14 years. One must live and experience the Buddha's teachings directly. To understand the teachings only on an intellectual basis is not enough. I am happy to receive any question you have on the vast topic of Buddhism and will endeavor to give you a clear and honest response.
Experience in the area
I am a long-time lay practitioner and student of Buddhism for over 14 years. I have lived as a lay monastic in many monasteries around the world studying and practicing alongside the Sangha.
Organizations
Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, UK (Theravada, Thai Forest Tradition), Know Buddhism Organization (http://www.knowbuddhism.info)
Education/Credentials
Director of the 'Know Buddhism' Organization (http://www.knowbuddhism.info)
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Marc | 11/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for taking the time and effort ..... |
| husain | 11/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks so much, that was very helpful ..... |
| Christopher | 11/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Just as a practicing Buddhist should be ..... |
| Ken | 07/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your time ..... |
| Kristopher | 07/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks alot! When I first looked at ..... |
Recent Answers from JC Ball
2009-11-18 Tibetan Book of the Dead:
Promoting Buddhism and Meditation Practice - Talks and Teachings Archive http://www.knowbuddhism.info Dear Hussain, Dr. Walter Evans-Wentz made the first translation of the book in 1927. The book
2009-11-12 Buddhism and Pain:
Dear Marc, It may be the last thing you want to do, but try focusing on the pain itself. Examine it, observe it as it changes in intensity, become the pain if you will. This practice has helped me tremendously
2009-11-11 Tibetan Buddhist Retreats California:
http://www.knowbuddhism.info/2009/11/tibetan-buddhist-retreats-california.html Dear Art, I do not personally hold a great deal of knowledge regarding Tibetan (Vajrayana) Monasticism or retreats in
2009-11-03 Ordaining as a Buddhist Monk:
Dear Chris, The aspiration to ordain is considered a highly noble one and I encourage this way of life to any Buddhist interested in a renunciates life who is able to live by the 8 precepts of a Samanera
2009-10-30 Renunciation in Buddhism:
Dear Katy, Firstly let me Apologise for the delay in answering your questions. I am always handy for a straight forward answer. Quote: "I'm 25, female, British and have been practicing Buddhist
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