Chanting, Joy, and the Seven Factors of Awakening

Since the time of the Buddha, chanting has been used to preserve and pass on the teachings and express devotion to the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha). While chanting these ancient truths, we engage body, heart, and mind, encouraging uplift and opening in these three dimensions of our lives. Joy, the fourth of the Seven Factors of Awakening, arises as a natural result of this practice. 

Through cultivating all seven factors – mindfulness, investigation, energy, joy, tranquility, stability, and equanimity – we transform old habits that limit our growth, accessing a greater freedom and setting the wheel of awakening rolling.

Practice Format: This program will include chanting, meditation, and study of the seven factors of awakening.

Noble Silence:

Noble silence will begin with the opening talk on the first evening and continue through the closing session.

Experience Level:

Suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners.

Cancellation Policy:

We understand that personal circumstances may require you to cancel your registration. In these cases, please contact us right away. If you cancel more than eight weeks before the program starts, you are eligible for a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. If you cancel between three and eight weeks before the program starts, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the deposit. Registration fees are nonrefundable less than three weeks before the program starts.