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Civic Dharma
The Virtues of a Compassionate Citizen
In this talk, Dr. Larry Ward will explore the Ten Dharma Virtues—also known as Dasa-rājādhamma—a timeless set of principles that can guide and inspire how we think, speak and act as caring citizens. These virtues, such as generosity, moral character, and self-control, can offer us an embodied foundation for ethical and compassionate governance.
Questions we’ll explore: What does it mean to bring the principles of Dharma into the heart of public life? How might we reimagine our personal and collective responsibilities—toward ourselves, our communities, and the Earth—as expressions of spiritual and civic integrity?
In this 90-minute practice, we’ll enjoy a guided meditation from Peggy Rowe Ward, poetry and the dharma talk form Larry, and open space for your questions or sharings.
Wednesday, April 16
4:00–5:30 pm PDT | 7:00–8:30 pm EDT
Online via Zoom
Recording: Shared with everyone who registers within 48 hours after the event. Please do try to attend live for the deepest transmission of the teachings.
Members: Do not register. You’re automatically registered and we’ll email you the Zoom link the day before.
Cost: Please choose the sliding scale price that works for you. For the most value, consider a Lotus membership for as little as $20/month to join every month’s talk and meditation.
Dr. Larry Ward (he/him)
Larry is co-founder of the Lotus Institute, author of America's Racial Karma: An Invitation to Heal and a senior Dharma teacher ordained in the Plum Village tradition. Dr. Ward holds a PhD in Religious Studies with an emphasis on Buddhism and the neuroscience of meditation. As a teacher, Larry interweaves insights with personal stories and resounding clarity that express his Dharma name, “True Great Sound.”