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SUMMARY:2022 Precepts Ceremony Registration
DESCRIPTION:Our annual precepts ceremony is approaching and will take place on October 1st at 10AM.\nBuddhist precepts are a code of ethics that one may choose to follow and commit to. There are three tiers of precepts that we perform each year:\n5 Precepts:\n1. I undertake the training rule to refrain from the destruction of life.\n2. I undertake the training rule to refrain from taking what is not given.\n3. I undertake the training rule to refrain from sexual misconduct.\n4. I undertake the training rule to refrain from false speech.\n5. I undertake the training rule of abstinence from the states of heedlessness and carelessness caused by liquors\, wines and other intoxicants.\nThe 8 Lifetime Precepts:\nThe Eight Lifetime Precepts:\n1. I undertake the training rule to refrain from the destruction of life.\n2. I undertake the training rule to refrain from taking what is not given.\n3. I undertake the training rule to refrain from sexual misconduct.\n4. I undertake the training rule to refrain from false speech.\n5. I undertake the training rule to refrain from malicious speech.\n6. I undertake the training rule to refrain from harsh speech.\n7. I undertake the training rule to refrain from useless speech\, or idle chatter.\n8. I undertake the training rule to abstain from wrong livelihood and from states of heedlessness caused by liquors\, wines and other intoxicants.\nThe Ten Perfections (Bodhisattva Vows):\n1. I undertake the quality of Generosity.\n2. I undertake the quality of Virtue.\n3. I undertake the quality of Renunciation.\n4. I undertake the quality of Wisdom.\n5. I undertake the quality of Energy.\n6. I undertake the quality of Patience.\n7. I undertake the quality of Truthfulness.\n8. I undertake the quality of Determination.\n9. I undertake the quality of Lovingkindness.\n10. I undertake the quality of Equanimity.\nIf you are looking to take the 5 precepts\, we suggest that you have been practicing meditation for at least 6 months. For 8 precepts\, you should have experience with 5 precepts for at least one year.\n*IF YOU WISH TO RENEW YOUR PRECEPTS\, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR ALL THREE COURSES – however it is highly recommended that you do attend at least one class to get a better understanding of the process of this year’s ceremony*\nPlease register for one of the following categories after you have completed your class(es):\n5 Precepts\, 8 Precepts\, Bodhisattva Vows\, or Renewal on October 1st.\nDress code for precept takers: Men taking precepts should wear white\, khaki\, or blue pants\, and a white shirt. Women may wear the same\, or a white dress. Short pants\, short skirts\, and sleeveless shirts and blouses are not appropriate.\nDress code for Bodhisattva Vows: Men and women who take Bodhisattva vows should wear all white clothes\, if possible. If you have a Khata (white silk scarf)\, please bring it. If you don’t\, we have some available at the Temple. White is representative of the principles of purity but it is also considered the color of knowledge and longevity and symbolizes the purity of the Buddha’s Teaching and the liberation it brings.\nIf you are able\, please bring some flowers for the Buddha.\nFor the ceremony the suggested donation is $75 which greatly helps with temple operations as well as the funding for the ceremony itself. We understand that times have been difficult for many people financially over the last year and have a variety of payment options that we can arrange. Please email the temple if you have any questions: office@bluelotustemple.org\n*Please be sure to make your donation prior to attending the ceremony*
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/2022-precepts-ceremony-registration/
LOCATION:Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple & Meditation Center\, 221 Dean Street Woodstock\, IL 60098
CATEGORIES:Blue Lotus Temple Events
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SUMMARY:Awakening in the Midst of Life - Meditation for Inner Recognition
DESCRIPTION:*Please email carmen@mainstreetyoga.com if you wish to attend this event virtually.*\nJoin Bhante Sujatha to reflect on our inner and outer life. How to establish and preserve your meditation practice and take that practice from the “cushion ” out into our daily lives.\nMeditation and discussion.\nBIO INFO; Bhante Sujatha\, originally from Sri Lanka\, is the Abbot of the Blue Lotus Temple. A 40+ year Buddhist Monk and longtime practitioner of meditation\, he has dedicated his life to adding more love to the world. Bhante teaches loving-kindness meditation to people around the globe for all those seeking the art of happiness and contentment. His approach to meditation is deep and simple\, bringing core Buddhist teachings to everyone in a way that is practical and easy to understand. Join him for a 2-hour workshop. He shares his own spiritual journey and teaches simple and effective ways for you to live your fullest and most meaningful life.\nCOST: $40\nProceeds go to Bhante’s “Mothers & Incubator Project” in Sri Lanka. Bhante does his book signing after the workshop\, and his Loving Kindness T-Shirts\, & CDs will also be available for purchase.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/awakening-in-the-midst-of-life-meditation-for-inner-recognition/
LOCATION:Bloomington\, IL\, US 61701
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Healing through Loving Kindless with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:*If you would rather join virtually\, please email us at carmen@mainstreetyoga.com when you enroll to have the link sent 30min prior to the event.\n**Masks will be required for attending in person.\nConnect with your natural healing power with the gentle guidance of Bhante Sujatha\, Buddhist monk from Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock\, IL. This 90min workshop has been life-changing for many of its participants\, regardless of religious background. The teaching is centered around the cultivation of self love\, for without healthy self love\, you cannot be fully present to love anyone or anything else.\nactivities will include:\n• Lecture: “What Is Loving-Kindness?”\n• Learning the practice of Loving-Kindness\n• A profound blessing of healing energy with each individual\nBenefits of this beautiful workshop are:\n• Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry and depression\n• Healing and enhancing relationships with others.\n• Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in your life.\n• Insights into your life purpose.\n• Awakening to the blessings of the present moment.\n• Attaining unshakable inner peace.\nCOST: $40\nProceeds go to to Bhante’s Incubator Project in Sri Lanka\nBhante does his book signing after workshop and his Cds also avilable to purches\nBhante Sujatha\, a 30+ year Buddhist Monk\, is singularly focuses on adding more love in the world. Bhante teaches loving-kindness meditation to people around the globe for all those seeking the art of happiness and contentment. His approach to meditation is deep and simple\, bringing core Buddhist teachings to everyone in a way that is practical and easy to understand. A joyful\, radiant\, funny and wildly energetic monk\, Bhante will help you obtain peace that can only be found in deep silence. He is originally from Sri Lanka and is the head monk / abbot of the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple in Woodstock IL.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/healing-through-loving-kindless-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Bloomington\, IL\, US 61701
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Coffee with Bhante Sujatha via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\nJoin Bhante Sujatha on Sunday\, October 23\, from 10-11AM (central time) via Zoom for meditation\, casual conversation and an opportunity to ask any questions. \nThe donation for the class is $10 which goes to Bhante Sujatha’s charity project to help provide supplies to mothers and babies in Peradeinye\, Sri Lanka – Bhante’s home town. \nZoom link will be emailed to you one hour prior to the start of meditation.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/sunday-morning-coffee-with-bhante-sujatha-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple & Meditation Center\, 221 Dean Street Woodstock\, IL 60098
CATEGORIES:Blue Lotus Temple Events
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