{"id":5288,"date":"2016-02-05T15:32:25","date_gmt":"2016-02-05T20:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/?post_type=ctc_event&p=5288"},"modified":"2016-07-08T15:36:26","modified_gmt":"2016-07-08T19:36:26","slug":"buddhist-practice-sunday-no-experience-necessary","status":"publish","type":"ctc_event","link":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/events\/buddhist-practice-sunday-no-experience-necessary\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Practice and Talk with Harry Simonsen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Start this beautiful summer day with refreshing serenity and a delightful learning experience. Today’s Sunday morning practice includes a few short and basic meditation practices such as voice and sitting meditation. Open to all and no experience necessary. The second half of today’s practice is a special talk with discussion.<\/p>\n

Talk Title: Secular Buddhism is Not a Religion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Secular Buddhism arose when traditional Asian Buddhism migrated to the west and was subjected to a culture of scientism, individualism and democracy.\u00a0 It discarded supernatural beings, karma and rebirth and focused on an ethical, practical framework for living one\u2019s life in this world, here and now, free of greed, hatred, fear and selfishness.\u00a0 What ensues is not a religion, but is it still true Buddhism?\u00a0 Join our discussion and decide for yourself. Presented by Associate Teacher Harry Simonsen.<\/p>\n

About the Unique Meditation Space<\/strong><\/p>\n

The meditation space is unmatched in Connecticut. You might have to go to Japan to experience a similar traditional atmosphere. The room is adorned with light colored wood with traditional designs that create a serene ambiance that soothes the mind and senses. \u00a0An entire wall is a clear glass window that overlooks a spectacular Zen garden and adjacent tatami room.<\/p>\n

$10 per person to help cover operating costs.
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A short Introduction to Meditation Training<\/strong> session will be held before the gathering at 9:45 a.m. (if volunteers are available)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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