A ten-day course in Vipassana meditation is the practice of the Eightfold
Noble Path, as taught by the Buddha. The Path can be divided into three
parts, namely: higher training in morality, higher training in concentration
and higher training in wisdom.
Morality: Morality is the common denominator of all religions. At the Centre, students
observe the five precepts of refraining from killing, stealing, sexual
misconduct, lying and the use of drugs or intoxicants. By diligently observing
this morality, one develops purity of physical and verbal actions.
Concentration: Beginning with the base of morality, training in concentration is taught
using Anapana meditation (mindfulness of breathing). Through learning to
calm and control the mind during the first five days, the student quickly
appreciates the advantages of a steady and balanced mind.
Wisdom: The third training is wisdom (or insight). This is introduced through Vipassana
meditation, which is practised throughout the remainder of the period.
Vipassana is a process that enables the student to develop awareness of the natural
characteristics of impermanence, suffering and non-self through personal
experience. Practised with diligence the gradual process of mental purification
will lead to the end of suffering and to full Enlightenment or Nibbana.
The teaching is through experience. If what you experience is for your wellbeing, you can accept it; if it is not for your wellbeing, you will not accept it.
Noble Silence (no unnecessary talk) provides a conducive atmosphere. Discourses
given in the morning and evening help to clarify the practice.
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