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U Pyinya Zawta will speak about the 2007 Saffron Revolution in Burma, where Buddhist monks and nuns peacefully protested the country's dictatorship through non-violent means like turning their begging bowls upside down. During the revolution, thousands of monks and nuns praying for peace were brutally attacked in the streets. The talk will focus on how loving-kindness and other non-violent practices were used to confront the regime's brutality.

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Burma Final

U Pyinya Zawta will speak about the 2007 Saffron Revolution in Burma, where Buddhist monks and nuns peacefully protested the country's dictatorship through non-violent means like turning their begging bowls upside down. During the revolution, thousands of monks and nuns praying for peace were brutally attacked in the streets. The talk will focus on how loving-kindness and other non-violent practices were used to confront the regime's brutality.

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C E N T R E O F G R AV I T Y S A N G H A P R E S E N T S

Burma, Buddhism and Non-Violent Revolt


U Pyinya Zawta visits Toronto to speak about Engaged Buddhism, Protest, and Loving-Kindness

The Saffron Revolution of September 2007 has


changed Burma’s history forever and placed Bud-
dhist monks and nuns quite literally in the front ranks
of peaceful resistance to Burma’s brutal and illegiti-
mate dictatorship. This evening will focus on the way
Loving-Kindness and other non-violent means were
used to meet the brutality of Burma's dictatorship.
"Our spiritual message is to bring about a clear, more
compassionate way and more harmonious relationship
within all aspects of life in the country."
For Buddhist monks and nuns, turning their
begging bowls upside down indicates their refusal to
accept alms from the ruthless rulers and their servants.
This follows a tradition established in the time of the
Buddha by which monastic law allows monks to re-
buke those who behave against “Dharma” (Buddhist
Law).
In Burma’s Buddhist society, monks are highly
respected, because they are disciples of Buddha who Monday October 18th 7pm
taught universal loving kindness, wisdom, peace and
Peace Lounge
compassion. But we monks are facing many challeng-
Ontario Inst. for Studies in Ed.,
es at this critical moment in history.
University of Toronto
Thousands of Buddhist monks and nuns who
252 Bloor St. Wvest, 7th Floor
were praying for peace were brutally attacked on
the streets of Rangoon and other cities in September
by donation
2007. Burma’s regime committed these atrocities in
full view of the world. contact: [email protected]

www.centreofgravity.org
Centre of Gravity is a community of Yoga & Buddhist practitioners integrating
contemplative practice and social action

Amnesty International, Centre of Gravity Sangha, and Shambhala Centre Toronto will be present.

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