Vipassana Meditation
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are , is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. It was taught in India more than 2500 years ago as a universal remedy for universal ills, i.e., an Art of Living. Vipassana is a simple, practical way to achieve real peace of mind and to lead a happy, useful life . For those who are not familiar with Vipassana Meditation we recommend visiting the international Vipassana website : www.dhamma.org for an introduction.
The Technique of Vipassana Meditation is taught at ten-day residential courses during which participants follow a prescribed Code of Discipline,( http://www.dhamma.org/en/code.shtml ) learn the basics of the method, and practice sufficiently to experience its beneficial results.
A Non-Sectarian Technique - Vipassana courses are open to anyone sincerely wishing to learn the technique, irrespective of race, caste, faith or nationality. Hindus, Jains, Muslims, Sikhs, Buddhists, Christians, Jews as well as members of other religions have all successfully practiced Vipassana. The malady is universal ; therefore, the remedy has to be universal. For example, when we experience anger, this anger is not Hindu anger or Christian anger, Chinese anger or American anger. Similarly, love and compassion are not the strict province of any community or creed : they are universal human qualities resulting from purity of mind. People from all backgrounds who practice Vipassana find that they become better human beings.
COURSE FEE : All courses throughout the world are run solely on the basis of freely-offered donations. NO FEE CHARGED - NOT EVEN TO COVER THE COST OF FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION .The courses are financed totally by donations from students who have completed a prior course and wish to share the benefits they themselves received by giving donation for the students who come after them. Neither the Teacher nor the assistant teachers receive remuneration ; they and those who serve the courses volunteer their time. This practice is consistent with the pure tradition, whereby the teaching is to be offered freely, free from any taint of commercialism, and supported solely by donations stemming from the wholesome volitions of gratitude and generosity.
Vipassana courses are held regularly at permanent centres and rented sites in different countries. For information on the availability of Vipassana courses in your area , please check http://www.dhamma.org/en/cnc/centers.shtml or
http://www.dhamma.org/en/cnc/noncenter.shtml
With Best Wishes For All
Ganesh.
The opportunity is awaiting to all who sincerely wish to make the effort to have a balanced and equanimous life . There is absolutely no charges for the dhamma teachings . We request , invite you kindly to please participate in the 10 days residential course , make it your practice to attain full enlightenment . May this technique bring good to all .
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