Registration is Open.
For centuries, meditators seeking peace and wisdom have retreated to quiet places in nature to observe their mind and body, and to experience for themselves liberating insights transmitted from generation to generation of Dharma practitioners. Early teachings from the Pali canon explain how the path of meditative development progresses naturally under the right conditions, and subsequent literature from diverse Buddhist traditions convey the freedom and confidence that grows through meditation practice. It is in the spirit of tradition - as well as our own freedom - that we continue to seek refuge and understanding in retreat today.
In this silent residential retreat, we will be supported by each other (community), the expansive natural beauty and quietude of Wonderwell Mountain Refuge, and daily instructional dharma talks which draw upon the spiritual literature of Theravada, Tibetan, and Zen teachings. Through these talks, and instructions in insight meditation, we will gain perspectives on our own life and meditation practice from the hermit poet monks of Japan and China, ancient Tibetan masters, and the elder nuns who authored some of the earliest awakening poems in India. We will also recite the Three Refuges and Five Precepts as an exploration of the virtues of renunciation and kindness, and as a basis for sharing space together as a community (sangha).
All are welcome and encouraged to attend, including beginners and experienced meditators, and those from any Buddhist lineage or spiritual tradition.
Typical Retreat Schedule:
First Day — Opening session begins around 7:00 pm.
Last Day — The closing session typically ends by 12:00 pm.
These times are just for reference. An expanded schedule will be provided in pre-retreat information emailed during the week prior to the event.
This Hybrid retreat is offered in person at Wonderwell (Residential option) and Live via Zoom (Online option). For more info and to register, please click below to redirect to Wonderwell Mountain Refuge.