We were gathered in the temple for a daylong ritual during a three-year retreat in France. The person who was leading the chants that month had a wry sense of humor. When we had all sat down and were ready for him to begin, he paused. We waited. In the silence that opened, he gently intoned, Mes frères, prions. (“Let us pray, my … [Read more...] about Prayer Without Blind Faith
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Which Practice?
Is it helpful to have many different practices? Importance of intention, meditation as a tool Download Look at it from a different perspective: Where do you want to go? … [Read more...] about Which Practice?
The Mystery of Being
A guided meditation on “Who am I?” (excerpt from from Who Am I? 2) The Mystery of BeingDownload Questions on who/what wakes up, the experience of being no thing, and if ultimately there is anything to know. … [Read more...] about The Mystery of Being
The Heart & Emotions
Working with emotions The heart and emotions Download Questions on working with the feelings that accompany an open heart, being true to both your heart and mind … [Read more...] about The Heart & Emotions
Refuge
Understanding Refuge The aim of Buddhist practice is to end suffering. A refuge is a place where one goes to be free from harm, fear, and suffering. In Buddhism, refuge is a metaphor for wakefulness or presence. It is reminder of the basic orientation in Buddhist practice, namely, that suffering comes to end only through being awake and … [Read more...] about Refuge
The Six Perfections – Milarepa
< ?php include 'article.html'; ?> by Milarepa For generosity, nothing to do,Other than stop fixating on self. For morality, nothing to do,Other than stop being dishonest. For patience, nothing to do,Other than not fear what is ultimately true. For effort, nothing to do,Other than practice continuously. For meditative stability, nothing to … [Read more...] about The Six Perfections – Milarepa