Barre Center for Buddhist Studies – Barre Center for Buddhist Studies

Online - Nov 01 -22, 2021

Pilgrimage as Path: Finding Inspiration in a Buddhist Tradition

Join Justin Kelley for virtual “visits” to sacred pilgrimage sites while introducing the concept of pilgrimage into our daily lives—awareness, movement, education, kindness, inclusivity, and nature.

Online - Nov 12 - 14, 2021

Sacred Poetry As A Way of Being

In this retreat, Zenju Earthlyn Manuel will explore sacred poetry as spiritual guidance in navigating the rough terrain of contemporary life. Journey with silence, poetry, lyrical essay, music, and engagement from a seat of meditation.

Residential - Nov 12 - 18, 2021

The Buddha’s Teachings on Mindfulness of Breathing

In this course, Shaila Catherine will explore the practice and study of ānāpānasati, the Buddha’s sixteen step-by-step instructions on Mindfulness with Breathing. Study will focus on the Ānāpānasati Sutta (MN 118).

Insight Journal

In the Buddhist tradition, wisdom is nurtured by a deep investigation of experience involving both dharma study and meditation practice. The Insight Journal, published by BCBS since 1994, is dedicated to exploring some of the insights that a balanced inquiry uncovers about ourselves, our world, and our fellow beings.

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Pilgrimage as Path: Finding Inspiration in a Buddhist Tradition

Sacred Poetry As A Way of Being

The Buddha’s Teachings on Mindfulness of Breathing

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