This is the fifth of a series of seven talks from the Study Retreat that interweaves reflections on Siddhattha Gotama's life, with critical interpretations of his teachings as recorded in the Pali Canon. In this fifth talk we consider the social and political environment in which he lived.

Looking at the different roles teachers have in the Buddhist tradition and exploring the four reliances, which help us understand and walk on the meditative path.

This is the sixth of a series of seven talks from the Study Retreat that interweaves reflections on Siddhattha Gotama's life, with critical interpretations of his teachings as recorded in the Pali Canon. In this sixth talk we consider those aspects of his teaching that address the role of self in society.

Looking at the eight worldly winds and exploring how meditation can help us to creatively engage with people we know and love.

This is the seventh of a series of seven talks from the Study Retreat that interweaves reflections on Siddhattha Gotama's life, with critical interpretations of his teachings as recorded in the Pali Canon. In this seventh talk we conclude with his last years and death.