Sitting Group / Dharma Study
The focus of this group is traditional Buddhist topics such as the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, the Hindrances, the Three Characteristics, heart practices, etc. through talks given by senior Vipassana teachers from Spirit Rock, Insight Meditation Society, Insight Meditation Center, and other Vipassana centers.
We meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 7:00 pm.
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STUDY Focus - Way of the Buddha
Starting January 4, 2025, we began a course given through the Insight Meditation Society called The Way of the Buddha. These teachings are a timeless exploration of the core teachings of the Dharma path.
The topics covered are:
The One Dharma
The Two Aspects of Truth
The Three Jewels and Three Personality Types
The Four Noble Truths, Four Immeasurables, and Four Foundations of Mindfulness
The Five Precepts, Five Spiritual Faculties, and Five Hindrances to Meditation
The Six Realms of Existence and how to work with the Six Senses
The Seven Factors of Awakening
The Eight-Fold Path
The Ten Perfections
And more!
Each module features IMS teachers from many generations and backgrounds who will guide you on the path.
To listen outside of the group and/or to access the transcripts, please pay the one-time registration fee of $15. This is a very modest rate considering the amount of materials.
About the Group
The North County Coastal sitting group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm.
Meetings are held at the Unitarian Universalish Fellowship Church at 1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075 in Founder’s Hall.
We begin with a 30-minute silent meditation followed by a 30-minute recorded Vipassana-style Dharma talk. We then discuss the talk and how it relates to our lives. There is no teacher present. We are a peer-led group. We close with 5 minutes of silent meditation. While we encourage regular participation, there is no commitment required. Come as you are able.
This sitting group is open to all levels of meditators.
Chairs are available for sitting. If you prefer a cushion, please bring your own. Note the room has concrete flooring.
A link to the Dharma talk will be sent a week ahead of time to those who register for the group. By registering you can receive this information and other communications via email notices. You can unsubscribe yourself at any time.
Click on 'Dharma Talks' to see links to these talks.
Question? Please contact us at hello@insightsd.org.
Is There a cost to join this group?
Following a 2,500-year tradition in which the community financially supports the offerings provided, the teachings and meditation sessions in this group are offered on a generosity (Dāna) basis. No one is turned away because they cannot give. We are encouraging members to give what their budget and hearts of generosity allow, and/or to sign up for monthly giving on our donations page.
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