Divine Abodes
A 5 month series of practice, teachings and discussions based on selected readings about the Brahmaviharas, the Divine Abodes. Meetings will always take place between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
Dates:
Dates:
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September 12 - Intro
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- Read the first chapter of Broad View, Boundless Heart called "Sublime Abiding Places for the Heart" by LP Pasanno.
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October 10 - Metta
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- Read "Abundant Exalted Immeasurable" and choose from 3 to 6 quotes to discuss
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November 7 - Karuna
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- Read chapters 1 & 2 (or more if you like) from "Compassion and Emptiness" by Ven. Anālayo Bhikkhu
December no meeting
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January 9 - Mudita
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- Read this very short book: "JUST ONE MORE ..." by Ajahn Amaro. It is a quick and interesting read on "appreciative joy, jealousy, selfish desire and the Buddha's teaching on the cycle of addiction." Come prepared to share one or two ideas that you found interesting, illuminating or confusing.
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February 13 - Upekkha
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- Investigations on Upekkha (equanimity) inevitably open Pandora's Box of karma. We will use Ajahn Amaro's book: "WHO IS PULLING THE STRINGS?" to begin our discussion. Once we've taken a good look at the workings of karma and how upekkha develops in relation to it, we will open the lens to upekkha's role in our awakening.