Buddhist Bodhi Association of Columbus

BBAC

3-Day Metta Meditation Retreat by Ven. Dhammadipa

Feb 20^th— 22^nd 2009

 

 

 

“The Metta Bhavana is a meditation for developing lovingkindness. Metta is not just sentimental goodwill, nor is it a conscientious response to a moral imperative or divine command. It must become a deep inner feeling, characterized by spontaneous warmth rather than by a sense of obligation. At its peak metta rises to the heights of a divine dwelling, a total way of being centred on the radiant wish for the welfare of all living beings.”

--Bhikkhu Bodhi --

                

Retreat Guidelines

 

Registration

 

1. The deadline for the retreat registration is Feb 13^th 2009.

2. To participate, please click here to register online. Alternatively, you can also fill out registration form and mail to 5208 Dierker Rd., Columbus OH 43220.

3. Upon acceptance, please make checks (USD 30 retreat fees) payable to BBAC or cash upon arrival.

4. We can accept limited numbers of participants. We will appreciate if you can inform us as early as possible for cancellation.

 

 

Retreat Rules

 

All participants are expected to keep the following rules and maintain the harmony of the community during the retreat time.

 

1. Retreat is held in “noble silence”.  Chatting to escape boredom is not allowed. If there is something that really needs to be communicated it is allowed.

2. It is optional to abide by the eight precepts. Food is not eaten after 12 noon for those who abide by the eight precepts. We follow a vegetarian diet and take only tea, juice or soft drinks after noon.

3. If you have any health problems or special dietary needs, please let us know in advance.

4. During sitting and walking meditation, keep unnecessary voice and distracting movement, to a minimum.

5. No outside communication will be permitted during retreat. Making phone calls, sending or receiving or mail is not allowed during retreat. Mobile phones, personal computers and other communication equipment may not be used.

 

What to bring:

 

1. Sleeping bag

2. Blanket and pillow

3. Towel

4. Modest clothing

5. Personal medication if needed

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Accommodation: Due to the nature of this retreat, people are required to stay overnight at the BBAC

 

 

Tentative 3-Day Metta Meditation Retreat Schedule

 

*As metta meditation requires a continuous instructions, it is difficult to fix the exact time table. Therefore this schedule should be understood as a general guideline only.

 

 

 

 

 

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