Welcome to Nagaloka!Nagaloka is a community in Portland, Maine, dedicated to the study and practice of Buddhism. We are an independent and self-governing center within the Triratna Buddhist Community, which is an international network of public centers, communities and projects. Our mission is to create the best possible conditions in which to explore and practice the Buddhist path. We study and practice meditation and Buddhadharma in a spiritual community based on the ideals of compassion, generosity, mindfulness, and the cultivation of wisdom.
Wednesday Friends’ Night May 8th ~ 7 – 9 PM This week for those who have the book "Buddhism: tools for living your life" by Vajragupta, we will be discussing chapter 11, "Compassion, the kind heart ... Read more »
Please come and enjoy the evening. It will provide an opportunity to gain a better understanding Nagaloka, Triratna Buddhist Community and our larger movement. April 17th ~ 7-9 PM India Gaining Spiritual Inspiration ~ ... Read more »
Greetings from Portland Maine! The Nagaloka sangha continues to settle into our new space at One Forest Ave as Spring approaches. We have a new Center Manager, Louise Tuski, ... Read more »
Nagaloka Buddhist Center’s new address is #1 Forest Avenue, just around the corner of Forest Ave. and Congress Street. Our new home provides a beautiful, inviting space for our spiritual community. We look forward to ... Read more »
We moved Saturday, December 1st to our new amazingly beautiful space in the heart of the art's district. Please stop by to see us at our new location. Please check out our calendar ... Read more »
Due to the holiday our Friends' Night tonight (Wednesday) Nov 21st is canceled. Have a peaceful Thanksgivings.
Nagaloka Buddhist Center is moving on the 1st of December to One Forest Avenue in Portland. Our lovely new space is on the first floor. If you are interested in helping with the packing, ... Read more »
Wednesday, Oct 24th Friends’ Night 7-9 PM Book: Tales of Freedom, Vessantara Chapter 7 ~ “What Have You Got to Lose? ~ The Lion’s Roar of Freedom. Three ways of communication by someone with an enlightened mind to ... Read more »
This summer at Nagaloka we had the gift of having many friends and Order Members visit us from Aryaloka to give talks on our Wednesday nights. We were lucky enough to see Viriyalila, Amala, ... Read more »
Every Wednesday is Friends night for meditation and study of the Dharma (Buddha’s teachings) at Nagaloka. It is open to all. The evening starts at 7 PM with meditation followed by tea and study. The ... Read more »
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