Spirit Rock

Emptiness: A Meditation and Study Retreat (7 nights)

Guy Armstrong, Gil Fronsdal, Sally Clough Armstrong

Thu, Nov 11, 3:00 pm - Thu, Nov 18, 12:00 pm (7 nights)

upper Retreat Hall

Cost $960 - $610, sliding scale, plus dana (donation) to the teacher(s) and retreat staff

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The teachings, practices and realizations of Emptiness have been important themes in Buddhism from the early days of Theravada on through the development of the Mahayana and Vajrayana schools. In this retreat we will introduce and explore the many meanings and implications of emptiness in Buddhist thought and practice through talks, readings, reflections, guided meditations and group discussions.

To support the study aspect of the retreat, there will be two talks a day, in the morning and evening, as well as group discussions. To support the meditation, the retreat will include regular sitting and walking periods and will be held in silence apart from the talks, discussions and interviews.

Prerequisite(s): This retreat is suitable for those who have sat a total of 14 days in silent vipassana retreats.

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As part of your registration process, please read the following: Accommodations, About the Retreat, Financial Aid and Travel Information. Also remember that the cost above is priced as a sliding scale. Please pay at the highest level of the sliding scale that you can afford. This allows others who need to pay less the opportunity to attend. Fee is for room and board. Teaching and staffing of the retreats is by donation at the end of the retreat. For more information, see Retreat FAQ.