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Five Day New Year's Zen Retreat in a forest retreat in The Yarra Ranges
26th to 31st December 2008 with Ven. Chi Kwang Sunim 'BEYOND WORDS' - the path of Korean Zen meditation in training the mind Venerable Chi Kwang is a Zen/Seon Nun of nearly 30 years, a seasoned and skillful teacher, who trained formally for 20 years in the Jogye Order (primarily Songkwang Sa - temple) in South Korea. She is a deciple of the great Master Ku San Sunim and the renowned head of the Bhikkhuni Order, Venerable Myong Seong Sunim. Sunim is the founder of the Seon Centre and is very active in the greater Buddhist Community in Victoria. With correct training of the body and mind through the tradition of Korean Zen & Hwadu meditation, stillness, clarity and deeper awareness into that inquiry of 'Mind' beyond words, will lead to pure realisation that this is no other than that. There is about 8-10 hours of sitting & walking Meditation, Dharma talks and open discussion and time to connect to nature and reflect. Also we share Tea and offering ceremony, to deepen our respect for all existance. Course fee Waged; $350, Unwaged; $280 |
| Sydney Zen Centre Rohatsu Sesshin at Kodoji 5 12 December 2008 Teachers: Subhana Barzaghi Roshi & Paul Maloney AWAKE! AWAKE! Cost: Enquiries: Sarah Kanowski Mobile: 0421 566 615 Email: skanowski@ozemail.com.au |
| INSIGHT DIALOGUE WITH GREGORY KRAMER Australia, February March 2009 Insight Dialogue practice supports us to bring the mindfulness and tranquillity of traditional silent meditation practice into our interactions with others. This allows us to perceive and understand things that are normally overlooked when we are busy and distracted. Deeper insight and ease then flow into our everyday lives. Gregory Kramer has been teaching meditation internationally since 1980. Insight Dialogue groups are now active worldwide. Gregory has studied with esteemed monastics, including Anagarika Dhammadina, Ven. Ananda Maitreya Maha Nayaka Thera, Achan Sobin Namto. Retreat Dates: Melbourne area Public Talks: |
| The Dzogchen Master CHOGYAL NAMKHAI NORBU, a world renowned teacher and author on DZOGCHEN,
is coming to New Zealand, Australia and Singapore for a series of Teaching Retreats and weekend seminars from JANUARY to MAY 2009. This is a rare opportunity to receive Dzogchen teachings and transmission from one of the great masters of our time. • AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND • SYDNEY, NSW • NAMGYALGAR, Tilba Tilba, NSW • CALOUNDRA, Queensland • MELBOURNE, Victoria • NAMGYALGAR, Tilba Tilba, NSW SANTI MAHA SANGHA Exams and Trainings For full details, schedule of events, registration, etc. please visit http://www.dzogchen.org.au |
| Rigpa Autumn Retreat with Sogyal Rinpoche November 28 - December 7 Clear Lake, CA With his remarkable gift for presenting the heart essence, spirit, and flavor of Tibetan Buddhism in a way that has never been done before, both authentic and profoundly relevant to the modern mind, Sogyal Rinpoche is one of the most renowned teachers of our time. He is also the author of the spiritual classic, "The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying." The atmosphere that Rinpoche creates is one of incredible warmth, love, and penetrating insight, as if he were speaking directly to the heart of each and every person present. He is often called an exceptional communicator, and people around the world have remarked on the power that his teachings have to reveal glimpses of the innermost nature of mind, lead to lasting transformation and inspire confidence in facing the challenges of daily life. Group and personal meditation practice, presentations by Rinpoche's senior students, as well as study, and periods of silence will combine to offer a rare opportunity to experience, integrate, and stabilize these teachings in an environment of retreat. For more information please visit our website: http://rigpaus.org/Events/CL2008/ or call toll free 866.200.5876 or 858.551.2523 |
Meditation for Today Meditation for Today was established in 1993 by Philippa (then Pip) Ransome, when Venerable Ayya Khema (1923-1997) asked her to teach meditation and the Dhamma. Ayya Khema, one of the great mystics of the twentieth century, is remembered for the clarity of her teachings and especially her understanding of the meditative absorptions. Philippa is one of only 6 teachers in Australia authorised by Ayya to pass on the Buddha’s teachings and Meditation for Today is dedicated to this purpose. The teaching is pure, simple, joyful and speaks to the heart. |
Meditation Retreats at Hazy Moon Zen Center
Hazy Moon welcomes you to one of our many meditation retreats throughout the year. We offer 2 Ango periods (intensive retreats) that span 3 months at a time. We also hold over 10 sesshins a year. For more information please visit hazymoon.com and contact us! |
Refining the Technique & Process of Vipassana Meditation ~ Vipassana Meditation Retreats 2009 ~ No charge is made for Bodhi Tree Retreats - the cost is covered by donations or Dana. • 10-day Vipassana & Loving-kindness Retreat Led by Ven. Pannyavaro 16th January (Friday 5:30 PM) to 25th January (Sunday 3:00 PM) Ven. Pannyavaro (Pannya) is an Australian who ordained as a Buddhist monk over 20 years ago. A meditation teacher in the Burmese Vipassana tradition and founder and webmaster of BuddhaNet.net. The Buddha gave clear, precise instructions for systematically training our hearts and minds. The practice traditions are anchored in this practical approach to mental and spiritual development. The art of meditation and mental training is like any other art; one needs to patiently train and practice the skills of the art, otherwise the free flowing 'Art' never fruits. • Easter Weekend - Vipassana & Loving-kindness Retreat Led by Ven. Pannyavaro 10th April (Friday 5:30 PM) to 13th April (Monday 3:00 PM) • Queens Birthday Weekend: Vipassana & Loving-kindness Retreat Led by Ven. Pannyavaro 5th June (Friday 5:30 PM) to 8th June (Monday 3:00 PM) • 10-day Vipassana (Insight) Retreat Led by Ven. U Vamsarakkhita June 19th (Friday 5:30 PM) to June 28th (Sunday 3:00 PM) U Vamsarakkhita (U Vamsa) was drawn to Sayadaw U Janaka as a teacher because of his clarity and knowledge of the Vinaya, Pali Canon and teaching methods. His practice and understanding of the Buddha’s teachings grew and improved dramatically under Sayadaw’s guidance. As a teacher, U Vamsa is committed to convey the simple everyday usefulness of Buddha’s teaching while inspiring those around him to explore and experience the Path to Freedom that He so clearly and elegantly lived. U Vamsa has traveled extensively throughout Asia, North America, and Europe both as an assistant to Sayadaw and leader of his own retreats. He spends Rains Retreat (Vassa, Pansa) guiding monks in meditation at Dhammodaya Meditation Center (Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. This is his third year teaching at Bodhi Tree. • 10-day Vipassana (Insight) Retreat Led by Jeffrey Oliver July 17th (Friday 5:30 PM) to July 26th (Sunday 3:00 PM) Mr. Jeffrey Oliver ordained as a Theravadan Buddhist Monk in 1993 under the name of Dhammarakkhita for eight years. He has practiced meditation over the last 13 years. He was trained in Burma under a great international meditation master, Sayadaw U Janaka. Jeff has shared his wisdom and experiences in many countries, including Japan , Malaysia , Singapore , South Africa , Thailand and Turkey . These days, Jeff lives in Thailand and runs meditation courses, workshops, Dhamma camps for youth and children and gives talks in Universities, government departments, private companies and for anyone interested in developing mindfulness, wisdom and compassion. He is the author of: "See it, Know it, Watch it go". Visit: www.buddhanet.net/bodhi-tree/downloads.html for the Bodhi Tree download page for information in Adobe PDF format, which can be downloaded for information on retreat registration, driving directions and maps to Bodhi Tree.
Daily interviews and Dhamma talks will assist and guide meditators as they progress along the paths of these practices. The purpose of a retreat is to gain understanding and insight into the way our minds and beings interact with and affect our internal and external worlds. It is designed to cultivate clear self-awareness and develop a number of tools that can be applied usefully to daily life. There is no set cost. The retreats are by Dana. Dana means 'giving'. In the tradition the teachings are given freely. For the teachings to continue you can give to support the teachers and the monastery. So there is no set cost - your Dana donation is up to you. Bookings and further information: |
The Australian Buddhist Vihara Information about 10-day retreats: Daily Retreat Timetable: What you need to bring: The Cost: $25.00 per day. It is negotiable. Contact:
Rene Buhler: Tel: 02 47821317 Spiritual Director: Venerable K. Kovida |
