About us

Triratna Highlands is part of a worldwide Buddhist movement known now as Triratna Buddhist Community.

We were founded in the West in the late 60’s and were for many years known as Friends of the Western Buddhist Order. But as we grew into an international Buddhist movement, the word “Western” was no longer appropriate. We wanted one name that could be used the world over and that reminded us of our central ideals.

Triratna means ‘Three Jewels’, and refers to the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha - the ideal of Enlightenment, the Path leading to Enlightenment, and the Community of those following the Path respectively. The name reminds us of what is most important in the spiritual life, and what it is we are trying to help bring into the world.

All FWBO communities changed their names on Wesak 28th May 2010. This movement is involved internationally with creating ‘right livelihood’ business, retreat centres, charity work as well as teaching Buddhism.
 
Triratna Highlands groups meet in Inverness, Tain, Forres, Stornoway and other venues throughout the year.

We host a variety of activities from study to family days, see the programme for a list of events.