Weekly SGC

YouTube Excerpt posted on 7 Oct 2021 What Are The Benefits of Taking Refuge?Why should we Take Refuge in The Triple Gems? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/GY3Xmla-DRQ.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/g4qobVowHiU. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 21 Oct 2021 Why Should We Not Hold On to the Past or Long for the Future? Venerable Chuan Guan shares on why we should not hold on to the past or long for the future in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/5_jFC_EK4eE.Catch the full video of the Read More ...

YouTube Excerpt posted on 4 Nov 2021 Why Are The Triple Gems Called The Triple Gems?Why are The Triple Gems called Gems? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/hNNhpLjxuD8.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/g4qobVowHiU. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 18 Nov 2021 Conditions for Our PracticeVen Chuan Guan shares a personal story on the attitude we should have regarding the conditions for our practice. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/0BpCa2e98DE.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/Q0SueAyZ2bM. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – Read More ...

[SGC] The Five Ennobling Virtues(Sharing was given on 3 October 2021) For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable Rathanasara share with us on Sacitta Sutta: Watch Your Mind.https://youtu.be/YZ1B3lf4mmI Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

[SGC] The Five Ennobling Virtues(Sharing was given on 26 September 2021) For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable W. Wimalajothi share with us on The Five Ennobling Virtues.https://youtu.be/H5mwirWiVxk Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 23 Sep 2021 Getting to Know LossWhat is the Buddha’s approach for handling the loss of persons and things dear to us? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/i4rZxdjJxcw.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/kR2CWDZPRNc. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes Read More ...

[SGC] Offerings to The Buddha(Sharing was given on 19 September 2021) Are offerings a ritual or a myth? What is their purpose? https://youtu.be/gtUty8GA6cs Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

[SGC] Our True Home(Sharing was given on 12 September 2021) Every day, we go to work and return home. But where is our true home?https://youtu.be/Bb1JCQH0MXk Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 9 Sep 2021 How Can Couples Stay Together In This and Future Lives?Ven Chuan Guan shares the advice of the Buddha on how couples can remain together. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/X5U-O7BxM0A.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/Xih4QgHaMnI. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – Read More ...

[SGC] Ultimate Reality vs Our Deluded Perception(Sharing was given on 5 September 2021) Very often, we perceive things that bring us suffering to be something that bring us joy, or take impermanence for permanence. How can we bridge this gap between the ultimate reality of Anicca, Dukkha and Anatta and our deluded perceptions? https://youtu.be/ZuipZTF_N7M Come Read More ...

Forgiving Oneself and Others(Sharing was given on 29 Aug 2021) In today’s highly competitive world, we are often expected to outperform ourselves and one another. Many of us seek perfection and get frustrated both with ourselves and others when we fall short of our expectations. How can we be less critical towards ourselves and others? Read More ...

YouTube Excerpt posted on 26 Aug 2021 Are We Able to Get Good Rebirths If We Die Unexpectedly? Ven Chuan Guan shares with us a Sutta addressing the concern of gaining a good rebirth if we were to die unexpectedly in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/0213Jyyoq6U.Catch the full video of the SGC Read More ...

The Four Immeasurables: Metta, Karuna, Mudita, UpekhaLet us explore how we can achieve happiness towards one another and towards all sentient beings with The Four Immeasurables.https://youtu.be/RikbleOj-IU Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Ask Shifu Anything: Ullambana Is Ullambana the same as Hungry Ghost Festival?What should Buddhists do during Ullambana?https://youtu.be/cOUSpSN5XoE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Introduction to the Yogacara Teachings The 3 characteristics and the 8 types of consciousness – can we actually apply them to our lives or are they something too profound?https://youtu.be/uyp5heL_wtE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 5 Aug 2021 Three Questions To Help Us Live in the Present Moment Ven Chuan Guan shares three questions we can ask ourselves to help us decide if we should interrupt what we are currently doing then when something else pops up as we attempt to live in the present moment. Read More ...

出世圣法的根基（一）For this week’s SGC, we are honoured to have Venerable Chuan Xian to give a Dharma sharing on 出世圣法的根基（一）. https://youtu.be/YAdIQUk-IgYCome join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

The Four Noble TruthsThe 12 aspects and 16 aspects of the Four Noble Truthshttps://youtu.be/18FBqIvUGGE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 Jul 2021 How to Do Repentance How can we perform repentance when we experience obstacles in learning the Dharma? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/sRNcYfX070E.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/gJOS–ftaUs. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Ask Shifu Anything – Buddhist FuneralsWhat should we do at a Buddhist funeral?How best can we help the departed?How should we handle the remains?https://youtu.be/beoDg8xv5EE Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

The Three BasketsHow is the Chinese Tripitaka structured, and how does it differ from the Pali Tipitaka?https://youtu.be/vdk8GkgOk_4 Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 8 Jul 2021 Why is There No Self? Ven Chuan Guan gives a nutshell overview of how the Buddha taught no-self in this bite-sized Dharma. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/fHCkcWr3rTE.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/mi193R4lyO8. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – Read More ...

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on 30 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

[SGC] Facing Death Without Fear Death is the only certain thing in life. And yet, it is something which we are least prepared for. How do we face death peacefully?https://youtu.be/z-u37TlaKfc Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  23 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 24 Jun 2021 In What Way are Defilements Obstacles? Ven Chuan Guan shares a few pointers on how we should approach the multiple roles we play in life. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/wWbozjGnLjU.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/gJOS–ftaUs. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events Read More ...

[SGC] Greed As lay Buddhists, in our pursuit of worldly goals such as wealth, fame, success, how do we not lose sight of our spiritual goal? https://youtu.be/z-u37TlaKfc Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  16 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

[SGC] The Ten Qualities of the Buddha (Part 2) What are these qualities? How can we practise to attain them or even perfect them? https://youtu.be/3kvk1l2fqTs Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  9 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 10 June 2023 In What Way Is Attachment Bad? Why is attachment usually regarded as bad in Buddhism? Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/qxyMCH85KvE.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/hVZTRb2zzFs. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Remembering Master Miu King 怀念妙境长老 – SGC20210530 In this session, Venerable Chuan Guan pays a touching tribute to his teacher, the late 妙境长老. Let us also learn from the Great Master – his teachings are available at https://fayun.org/https://youtu.be/Vrrj0TnC7Xo Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – Read More ...

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  2 Jun 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Remembering Master Miu King 怀念妙境长老 – SGC20210530 In this session, Venerable Chuan Guan pays a touching tribute to his teacher, the late 妙境长老. Let us also learn from the Great Master – his teachings are available at https://fayun.org/https://youtu.be/Vrrj0TnC7Xo Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – Read More ...

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  26 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 27 May 2021 The Multiple Roles We PlayVen Chuan Guan shares a few pointers on how we should approach the multiple roles we play in life. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/U0Z_Ki0tnLc.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/mi193R4lyO8. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook Read More ...

Vesak Day – SGC20210523 What is the meaning of Vesak? What should Buddhists be doing during Vesak? How should we celebrate Vesak amidst Covid-19?https://youtu.be/OAiU9MgkdUo Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  19 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Abhidhamma – SGC20210516 Who wrote the Abhidhamma? What can we learn from the Abhidhamma?Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  12 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 13 May 2021 Exercising Compassion with WisdomVen Chuan Guan shares on exercising wisdom in compassion when we get approached for help. Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/ERbbFZwdDJ0.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/miTMJ3zD09U. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – Read More ...

The Ten Qualities of the Buddha – SGC20210509 What are these qualities? How can we practise to attain them or even perfect them?https://youtu.be/ncW5GkFhQpI Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  5 May 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

身为一个佛教徒， 我们这一生应该追求什么？ – SGC20210502 身为一个佛教徒， 我们这一生应该追求什么？就目前而言， 得圣道好像遥不可及https://youtu.be/fm4Lgg-9yB8 Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  28 April 2021. Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

YouTube Excerpt posted on 22 April 2021 Consistency in your Practice IIVen Chuan Guan shares an advice from his senior regarding our cultivation.  Catch the excerpt video at https://youtu.be/a7hR1gPEF2Q.Catch the full video of the SGC session at https://youtu.be/3_q6McwewC0. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

The Taste of Freedom – SGC20210425 Freedom, freedom, what price freedom? What freedom do you value and how do you achieve freedom? https://youtu.be/fm4Lgg-9yB8 Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

Sharing on the Diamond Sutra on  21 April 2021.Come join the Diamond Sutra Series every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855

The Different Stages of Cultivation – SGC20210418 Guest speaker Ven Kai Cheng explains the Four Stages of Cultivation with an emphasis on the first stage of Faith in this week’s SGC. https://youtu.be/hDCsfUj7Kuk Come join us every Sunday 1.30pm to 3pm. FOLLOW US IN THESE PLACES FOR UPDATESDharma Events – https://alaya.littledharma.worksFacebook – https://facebook.com/SGCultivationYoutube – https://youtube.com/SGCultivationiTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/ramblings-of-a-monk/id1191177855