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---Mondays—July 19 until October 25th ------------6pm to 7:30pm;----Donation Only
The Rain’s Retreat comes to us from the Theravada Tradition and its practice goes back to the time of the Buddha. The rainy season in the country side of India and through out Asian countries was so overwhelming, travel was impossible, that the Buddha decided it was a perfect time to practice and give teachings. Every year, since 400 BC, monks and nuns go into retreat from July to October. The working lay communities take this opportunity to intensify their established meditation practice during this time, while maintaining their work-schedules.
It is a time when monastic and lay practitioners intensify their practice of Sikkha (the higher training).
That which wishes to turn----is Nãma, (mind object)
That which turns---- is Rûpa, (Body)
not Him, Her, You, I, or Me,
Turning – are the Nãma and Rûpa.
Two groups called Nãma-Rûpa,
With that clear comprehension,
I work while turning.
From the unseen,
They appear,
Then return to the unseen.
Like flashes of lightning,
Nãma, Rûpa appear,
And then cease to exist.
***Burmese Monk – U’ Kundalãbhivamsa Sayãdaw
This year’s practice theme is The Levels of Samadhi or Concentrations. The group will discuss this topic. In addition to instructional sitting practice, there will be chanting. You are invited to intensify your work with the body postures of walking, standing, lying and sitting during these three months.
The retreat begins on Monday, July 6th, 6:00 pm until 7:30pm; and concludes on or near the full moon on Monday October 5th . This practice period is open to all, no commitment needed.
Life Transition Meditation Center (a non-profit organization) will cover the facility use expense.
Information: 982-4183
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