Patrick is a full time dharma teacher and lives on dana, or gift. In Buddhist tradition, the dharma is felt to be of such great value that it cannot be bought or sold. It is not a commodity. It can be received and transmitted only as gift. The dharma cannot be found in the economy of the market, but only in the economy of gift.

What are the implications of entering this economy? The teaching is given. How do we respond when we recognise we have received a gift? We are moved to give something in return, completing the gift. This natural response marks our entry into the economy of gift, where buying and selling are replaced by giving and receiving, and where the defining relationship is friendship.

The act of giving is a declaration of mutual respect. Giver and receiver recognise they share the same fundamental values and concerns. The gift takes us beyond the limitations of our normal self-interest and opens us to a life of mutual care, called good friendship (kalyana mittata) by the Buddha.

If you wish to support Patrick in his work, one way would be deposit money directly into his bank account. Details are given below.

You might also consider making small but regular payments into Patrick’s account. This is very helpful as it gives him a steady income. However, any gift is greatly appreciated, and helps him to continue to nurture the dharma in Australia and beyond.

Patrick’s account details:

Bank: National Australia Bank (NAB)
BSB: 084447
Account #: 934423672
Account holder: Patrick Kearney

If you are transferring dana from outside Australia, here are the relevant details:

SWIFT Code: NATAAU3303M
Address: National Australia Bank
Trade & International Payments

383 King Street, Floor 4

Melbourne Vic Australia

Finally, it is possible to support Patrick using Bitcoin. Patrick’s Bitcoin address is: 3HSSjJXUgRicbLMWDR9DVJCr53wiZTRKuZ.

May the virtue of your gift be a support for you and for all beings to attain nibbana,
the complete cessation of pain.