Two purposes of a meditation retreat.
Shariputra encounters the dharma.
The story of Shariputra finding the Dharma and the famous Om ye dharma hetu mantra.
“Whatever arises must cease.”
The three seals of impermanence, dukkha, and emptiness or not-self form the basis for understanding all the Buddha’s teachings.
Moving through the Four Noble Truths
The four noble truths can be interpreted as a process that we move through.
Five-Fold Bodhicitta
Developing Bodhichitta is our one and only practice; it is the finest way to accumulate merit and the singular cause of Buddhahood.
Bearing the Fierce Trident
Aspiration, Wisdom, & Diligence on the Path.