Insight unfolds. It is a process that develops momentum, becoming more buoyant, energized, and compelling. Yet establishing that momentum can be challenging and, at times, it can feel like our practice is stagnating. The early teachings of Buddhism offer guidance in the form of four practices that can be taken up by anyone, at any point on the Path. These practices build momentum, enabling the practitioner to enter the stream of the Path of awakening, a stream that flows to knowing Nibbana. By embracing trustworthy relationships, drinking in profound teachings, entrusting our full attention, and immersing ourselves in the Path, the Buddha says, insight flows and our practice unfolds.
On this retreat, together with Dhamma friends, we will explore and engage in these four activities, entrusting ourselves to the flow of the Path. Our exploration will be focused on two suttas from the Pali Nikayas: SN 55.5 and MN 137.
Program Format: This retreat will consist of guided and silent sitting meditation, walking meditation, daily Dharma talks, lecture and discussion, optional sharing in dyads, and a closing chanting ritual.
