Reading for December 29

The one who thinks himself equal or inferior or superior to others is, by that very reason, involved in argument. But such thoughts as equal, inferior, and superior are not there in the one who is not moved by such measurements.
Why should a wise person argue with another, saying: “This is a truth” and “This [...]

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Reading for December 22

This week’s reading is another brief Q&A from Ajahn Chah:
Q: Are defilements such as greed or anger merely illusory or are they real?
Answer: They are both. The defilements we call lust or greed, or anger or delusion, these are just outward names, appearances. Just as we call a bowl large, small, pretty, or whatever. This [...]

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Reminder: Wednesday night practice

One Dharma will meet for our once monthly Wednesday night practice this week, 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the 12South Dharma Center. If this is your first time meditating with us, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early for orientation.
The Wednesday night meditation session puts an emphasis on practice – how to begin a meditation [...]

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New Year’s Mini-retreat at 12South Dharma Center

First Annual New Year’s Day Mini-Retreat – Open Event
8:00 am – Noon
Sponsored by 12South Dharma Center
Start your New Year on the cushion!!
This session is open to all practitioners – newcomers to old-timers. Join us for a morning of sitting and walking meditation. We will break at 10:00 for tea, at which time you [...]

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Reading for December 8

This week’s reading is in honor Buddha’s Enlightenment Day, also known as Bodhi Day, traditionally recognized as December 8 in many traditions. Since December 8 is next Monday we will have an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of Buddha’s enlightenment in the present time, in our own lives.
The dharma that is taught and [...]

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Reading for December 1

Flashlight
by Ajahn Chah
In Buddhism we are endlessly hearing about letting go and about not clinging to anything. What does this mean? It means to take hold of but not to cling. Take this flashlight, for example. We wonder: “What is this?” So we pick it up: “Oh, it’s a flashlight.” Then we put it down [...]

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