About this event

We are gladdened to offer this 6-night, Residential Silent Meditation Retreat with Rachel Lewis and Tuere Sala at the Bethlehem Retreat Centre, April 30 - May 6, 2024.

Retreat Description

Cultivating the Joy of Insight

The Buddha taught the four noble truths as a way of freeing ourselves from the suffering of ordinary life. In this residential retreat, we will explore how joy and presence support the heart and mind in deepening into concentration and insight. Concentration strengthens the stability of our attention and our sense of ease in the simplicity of the present moment. This stability of attention is what enables us to open to the joy of insight and understanding.

There will be practice instructions at the beginning of each day and alternating sitting and walking periods. There will be practice discussion groups and time for questions and answers.

The retreat will be held in noble silence from the first evening until the last day, including a requirement to turn off and put away all electronic devices. We welcome all people from widely diverse communities and backgrounds, and our center supports those with ability access requirements.

This retreat is suitable for both experienced meditators and those who are newer to practice. If you have never been on a residential retreat, we suggest that before you sign up for this retreat you try one of the mini-retreats that Rachel offers.

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