The University of Kentucky Buddhist Association was formed in Fall ’97 to bring together U K Buddhists from all cultures ‘round the world for fellowship and mutual support, and to provide a place for all to come who have an interest in Buddhism.

We welcome everyone as brothers and sisters; we delight in diversity, and see in all the same. All is one in Interbeing. All are one in Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy, and Equanimity.

The Buddha’s compassion is boundless; the Buddha shows the way to freedom for all in equanimity. Yet the conditions for each are different, so the Buddha adjusted his presentation of the Dharma to each as appropriate. Buddhism has spread during nearly 2600 years through many cultures, and Buddhist practice takes many forms. Those who practice (or are interested in) Zen (Chan), Pure Land, Theravada, Tibetan, or other traditions of Buddhism are equally welcome in UKBA. We come together in the fundamentals of Buddhist Dharma and practice, and help each find support for continued cultivation in their own specific tradition.

People (all sentient beings, actually) of all religious faiths (including none), and all philosophical persuasions are welcome to come investigate Buddhism. Through UKBA may the Buddha’s compassion and wisdom bring freedom and joy into all of our lives.

If you share with us a common purpose, please share with us a common practice. The University of Kentucky Buddhist Association has its being through University of Kentucky Buddhists.