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Sep 27, 2026 1 hr 2 min

Rituals - How and Why?

from Ajahn Brahm Podcast Hosted by Everyday Dhamma Network

In this talk, Ajahn Brahm explains the significance of the rituals in Buddhism, such as bowing and chanting. He describes why these rituals are important and what they represent, such as virtue, peace, compassion, and wisdom. He also discusses how these rituals can help individuals to cultivate these qualities in their own lives. This talk is about the traditions and rituals of Buddhism, including bowing to statues of the Buddha and the practice of chanting. Ajahn Brahm explains the symbolism behind these practices and offers examples of how they can inspire and bring peace and compassion to our lives. — This dhamma talk was originally recorded in 20th March 2009. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans. These talks by Ajahn Brahm have been recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia under the Creative Commons licence. You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Ko-fi page.

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