Meditative Serenity – Overview of Sessions

We are so blessed to have Geshe Sherab offer these teachings! The retreat will be flexible and Geshe Sherab will modify in order to provide most benefit to all of us participating. The following is an overview of what we will most likely cover to give you a sense of what will be included.

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. You only need to register once, and you will receive an invitation for all 4 sessions.

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Session 1: December 1st, 2020. 7:00-8:30 EST

Introduction 
Lama Tsongkhapa and Lam Rim Chen Mo
Meditative Serenity
The application of concentration and mindfulness in meditation
The seven-point meditation position
Guided meditation(s)

Discussion & Questions

Recommended reading for Session 1: Lam Rim Chen Mo – Volume 3 – Chapters 1 Serenity and Insight and Chapter 2 Preparing for Meditative Serenity. (pages 13-46).

Session 2: December 8th, 2020. 7:00-8:30 EST

Mindfulness – Laxity and Excitement

What is Mindfulness?
Laxity and its antidotes
Excitement and its antidotes
Guided meditation(s)

Discussion & Questions

Recommended reading for Session 2: Lam Rim Chen Mo – Volume 3 – Chapters 3 Focusing Your Mind and Chapter 4 Dealing with Laxity and Excitement. (pages 47-72).

Session 3: December 15th, 2020. 7:00-8:30 EST

Attaining Serenity

The Nine Stages of Serenity
Six Forces
The Marks of Attention and Elimination of Qualms
Guided meditation(s)

Discussion & Questions

Recommended reading for Session 3: Lam Rim Chen Mo – Volume 3 – Chapter 5 Attaining Serenity. (pages 73-90).

Session 4: December 22nd, 2020. 7-8:30 EST

Serenity as Part of the Path

How to Proceed on the Basis of Meditative Serenity
Mundane and Supramundane Paths
Cultivating Insight Based on Serenity
Guided meditation(s)

Discussion & Questions

Recommended reading for Session 3: Lam Rim Chen Mo – Volume 3 – Chapter 6 Serenity as Part of the Path. (pages 91-103).