Meditation On and Off the Cushion (Friday 17, 24, 31 July and Saturday 1 August, 2015)

MEDITATION ON AND OFF THE CUSHION:

EXPLORING THE FOUR ESTABLISHMENTS OF MINDFULNESS

IN FOUR SESSIONS

Offered by Thanh and Xuan Huynh

Dates: Friday 17, 24, 31 July and Saturday 1 August, 2015

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM (10 AM-12 noon for the last session). Optional sitting first half hour

Location: Bodhi Tree Dharma Center, 654A N. Judd Street, Honolulu

Cost: Free (donation to Bodhi Tree Dharma Center appreciated)

Series highlights:

In these four sessions, we will offer an overview of various meditation techniques and review the essence of meditation. This will include the difference (and similarity) between concentration/tranquility and mindfulness/insight meditation. We will present the four establishments of mindfulness and how to apply them in formal meditation as well as informal daily life practice. We will also discuss concept and reality and the benefits of meditation.

There will be guided instruction with each session.

*Beginners are welcome. Please call 282-6578 for more information