BSWA Friday Night Dhamma Talk

Every Friday evening, practitioners across Perth and around the world gather in real-time with the Buddhist Society of Western Australia to step out of the week's noise and into the stillness of guided meditation and authentic Dhamma teaching. Whether you're sitting in the meditation hall or joining via livestream from your home, you're entering a lineage of practice that reaches back over 2,500 years—one evening at a time. This is not a performance; it's an invitation to join a living sangha (community) in contemplative practice rooted in the Theravada Buddhist tradition.

Led by Ajahn Brahm, a respected British-American Buddhist monk known for translating ancient wisdom into language that speaks to modern Western seekers, these sessions offer a rare gift: consistency, accessibility, and depth. Whether you're new to meditation or have sat for decades, the Friday Night Dhamma Talk provides a grounded container for your practice. You'll leave with a clearer mind, a heart steadied by collective meditation, and teachings that illuminate the path to peace and liberation.

What to Expect

The evening begins with guided meditation, inviting your mind to settle and your body to release. The session continues with a Dhamma talk—teachings drawn directly from Buddhist scriptures and made luminous through Ajahn Brahm's warmth and clarity. You're not passive here; you're participating in real-time practice alongside the monks and fellow practitioners, whether present in the Perth meditation hall or connected through the livestream. Expect an atmosphere of gentle focus, open hearts, and the palpable quiet that arises when many minds turn inward together. You'll leave with renewed calm, practical wisdom for daily life, and a sense of belonging to something larger than yourself.

About the Artist

Ajahn Brahm is a British-American Buddhist monk and guiding teacher of the Dhammakaya International Society of Australia. He is widely recognized for his gift of making Theravada Buddhist practice accessible to Western lay audiences through both teaching and written work. His approach combines rigorous study of ancient texts with genuine compassion for the struggles of modern life, making his guidance particularly resonant for those new to the path as well as seasoned practitioners.

Venue & Logistics

This session takes place via the BSWA Livestream from Perth, Western Australia, on Saturday, September 5, 2026. You may attend in person at the Buddhist Society of Western Australia or join remotely from anywhere with an internet connection. Wear comfortable, modest clothing. No special equipment is needed—a quiet space and an open heart are all you bring. The session is free and welcomes practitioners of all levels and backgrounds.