Closure of SPBS

Dear Brothers & Sisters of SPBS,

We regret to inform you that the clubhouse will be closed with effect from 7th August - Next semester due to the upcoming exam.

All daily activities & activity day (Wed) shall cease till next semester. We apologize for any discomfort caused.

During this peroid, do bear in mind the fundamental teachings of Lord Buddha

- Avoid Evil

- Do Good

- Purity the mind.

Should any thoughts arises that constitute of Greed, Hatred, Delusion. Use the breath / 'Buddho' as a means of cutting away thoughts.

Via this consistent practice, may joyeous victory be yours!

Should U have any doubts, feel free to contact Carol at 81128454 / Chek Beng @ 96586402.

On behalf of the council committee, I hereby take this opportunity to wish you all the best in your semester exam!

May U be all way well & happy!

Trekking trip to Mount Faber...Wow!‏

Dear fellow SPBS members

Still in the midst of deciding where to go on National Day? If you are, here's good news for you. While if you don't, take it as a breather on this very day. ^^


Next Sat, we, SPBS, will be having a trip up to Mount Faber. In simpler words, we will be trekking up the route to Mount Faber.

Primary aim of this trip:
- Foster fellowship
- Provide an avenue for members to appreciate the wonders of nature.


Details are as follows

Date: 9 August 08 (Sat)
Time: 8.30am – about 4pm
Venue: Mount Faber (Meet at Harbour Front Ctl station @ 8.30am)

Checklist (Things to bring)

1. Towel
2. X-tra T-Shirt
3. Sufficient Cash about $20
4. Umbrella / Cap
5. Fully charged Mobile Phone
6. 500ml Water Bottle (Minimum Requirement)
7. Snacks (Optional)
8. Personal medication (If Necessary)

Dress Code

- T-Shirt
- Shorts
- Sport Shoes

Word of advice:
1) Have sufficient sleep of more than 7 hrs before the event
2) Do not compel yourself to participate in the event if unwell.
3) Have something light before coming

As this is an official BS activity, CCA points will be given to members' participation. Those keen in joining us, may drop an SMS to Carol @ 81128454 / Octavia @ 96403501

Should you have any doubts, feel free to contact Carol @ 81128454 / Octavia @ 96403501.

We look forward in your seeing you on 9 August! Right here, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you a very happy National Day!


May U be well & happy!

Impt: Unsubscription to SPBS email for all Graduates

Dear fellow seniors of SPBS,

With effect of 9/8/08, former / graduated members of SPBS will be completely strike out of their subscription to SPBS email & updates due to overloading of SPBS emailing contacts.

For those whom have previously renewed their membership in the early 2008 & her internal advisors/auditors will not be affected by this execution of plan.

However, former members who wishes to continue to receive updates on SPBS may join us as associates via dropping us an email @ spbs.sss@gmail.com before 8/8/08.

Right here, we would like to thank you for your past patronizes to SPBS & we sincerely wish you all the best in future endeavours!

Should you have any doubts, feel free to contact Carol @ 81128454 / Chek Beng @ 96586402.

By all the blessings, may the Devas & Naga protect you!

Dhamma Sharing: Buddha had Seven Treasures for you (Part 1: Conviction)

Whoever, man or woman, has these treasures...
is said not to be poor, has not lived in vain.

So the wise should develop
conviction & virtue, confidence & Dhamma-vision(Right View)...

Remembering the Buddhas' instruction...
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And what is the Treasure of *Conviction?

There is the case where a disciple of the noble ones has conviction, is convinced of the Tathagata's Awakening:

'Indeed, the Blessed One is
Worthy and rightly self-awakened,
Consummate in knowledge & conduct,
Well-gone,
An expert with regard to the world,
Unexcelled as a trainer for those people fit to be tamed,
The Teacher of divine & human beings,
Awakened,
Blessed.'

This, monks, is called the Treasure of *Conviction.

Note:
* Saddhaa: Conviction / Faith / Confidence / Trust / A confidence in the Buddha that gives one the willingness to put his teachings into practice.
Conviction becomes unshakeable upon the attainment of stream-entry

... Having faith is to ackowledge(convinced) and truly confident about the Buddha's realization, that he gain complete awakwening...
Do you?
If you do believe in Buddha... Then, what is stopping you from keeping to his teachings and training?

Basic Buddhism Course @ Pu Ji Si BRC, Keen?

Dear brothers & sisters in the dhamma,

On behalf of SPBS, I am glad to announce that there is an ongoing dhamma classes (Basic Buddhism Course) lead by brother Richard which is open to public.

The Basic Buddhism Course is specially designed & tailored to suit the fast-paced and modern lifestyle & specifically dedicated to those who are keen in learning the Buddha's teachings.

This 20 lesson course is structured in a way that suits all from beginners to long-time practitioners .


Details are as follows:

When: Every Sunday (6 Jul 08 ~ 17 Aug 08, 28 Sep 08 ~ 21 Dec 08)
Time: 9am - 11.30am (Meet @ 8.30am at Kallang Ctl station)
Where: Pu Ji Si Buddhist Research Center
Fees: FOC


Futher information can be found @
:http://www.basicbuddhism.org/index.cfm?GPID=119


Those keen in attending please kindly drop an SMS to Chek Beng @ 96586402 / Should you have any doubts, feel free to contact me @ 96586402.

I hereby represent the management council in apologizing to all for the late informing.


May you speed to Nibbana! ^^