Saturday, 31 October 2026
A Buddhist Perspective on Death and Dying
Kensington
About This Event
Death is the one certainty in life, yet it is often something we avoid thinking or talking about. As a result, many of us feel anxious, unprepared, or uncertain when faced with illness, loss, or the reality of our own and others’ mortality. To celebrate Halloween, we will explore Buddha’s clear and practical teachings on what happens to us when we die. Far from being pessimistic, these teachings enhance our appreciation for life, overcome our fear and anxiety, and make our life a lot more meaningful. We can also help others who are dying. The day will include a discussion, and a chance to explore this important topic from both a practical and spiritual perspective.
Teachers
Kadam Lucy James
Resident Teacher
Kadam Lucy James is the Resident Teacher of KMC London. She is a senior teacher of Kadampa Buddhism, has taught extensively in the UK and USA, and helped set up many thriving meditation centres since 1981. She is a leading expert in meditation and is regularly invited to teach courses around Europe and the United States. For many years, one of her main jobs was to help with the editing and production of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso's books, and she has engaged in extensive meditation retreat. Kadam Lucy is appreciated for her deep wisdom, vast knowledge, lucid mind, and inspiring yet practical presentation of Buddha's teachings and meditations. She is very skilled at explaining how to make these teachings immediately effective in our busy modern lives to help both ourselves and everyone around us.
Thomas Tozer
Thomas Tozer has over 15 years' experience of meditation and study within the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT). He is known and respected for his skill in presenting meditation topics in a way that is joyful, practical and down to earth.
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