Kuching Dec 2013

These are the talks from Kuching. A bit different though because half of those talks are a mixture in Hokkien and English!! Circumstaces of the retreat demands the talks to be delivered in Hokkien (my native tougue). Well I think its an oppurtunity for me to be connected to the non-English speaking yogis although my Hokkien is kind of 'rugged' to their ears but the message got through (mostly, I think.....rather I hope!).

If you have any suggestions or to correct my vocab, please drop your comments below. Sadhu.

Santisukharama Vassa 2013

This blog has been inactive a sometime. Time to dust the 'cobwebs'.

These are the talks from my recent Vassa retreat from Mid July to Mid Oct 2013 in Santisukharama.

I touched on various topics but the main portion of those 50 over talks and guided meditation are on paticca samuppada, usually translated as dependent origination or interdependent origination. This topic is based on Mahatanhasankhaya Sutta from Majjhima Nikaya. Normally I would tuned the talks to the benefits of the yogis i.e how to note or observe the flow the vipassana objects as (and when to see the objects as) paticca samupadda. But there some portion especially towards the end of the talks (where this paticca samuppada deals when the future) I discussed on the various types and functions kamma.

Happy listening (.........but be patience though, the talks are connected to one and another - just like paticca samuppada!).

Dhamma Talks from Peace House, Penang

These are the Dhamma talks from Peace House Retreat, in July 2013

Dhamma Talks from Melaka 2013 Retreat 9 (26 May to 9 June 2013)

Below is the folder for the talks in Melaka Retreat.

Dhamma Talks from Bodhiyarama Retreat from 24 Feb to 28 March 2013

These are the Dhamma Talks. I wish that these talks will be beneficial to your vipassana practice.

Bhante's Sujiva - On Satipatthana

Bhante's Sujiva delivered a Dhamma talk on 27 Jan 2013 in Peace House, Penang, touching on the various aspects of Satipatthana Vipassana.

KKB Feb-Mac 2013 Retreat: Change of Date

Due to unforeseen circumstances, I will end this retreat on 28 March instead of 31 March. 2013. Sorry for the inconveniences caused.

Happy Chinese New Year.

Sayadaw Jnanapurnik: Overcoming Sorrow and Grief and Achieving Happiness (Wednesday, 23-01-2013)

This fiery Dhamma Talk delivered by Sayadaw Jnanapurnik in Buddhist Wisdom Centre on Wednesday, 23 Jan 2013. The timely talk remind us to be free from all the bad deeds from our bodily actions, speech and thoughts and by that, one can achieve happiness in this life and next.

Gavesi

2013 VIPASSANA RETREAT SCHEDULE

This list will be updated from time to time.

Changes:
1. Bodhiyarama - 31 March change to 28 March 2013 
2. Santisukharama Vassa Retreat (July) - Retreat will end on 19 October 2013
3. BDFA Kuching - Retreat from 18 to 29 Dec 2013

1. Santisukharama Buddhist Hermitage, Kota Tinggi, Johor. 

Note: This retreat begins from 23 Dec 2012 to 20 Jan 2013. For more info, please refer to 2012 Retreat Schedule, a few posts below.

2. Bodhiyarama Hermitage, Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), Selangor. 

(Prior registration with contact persons is needed due to limited space)

Date: 24 Feb to 28 March 2013 (4 and a half Weeks)

Email: kimlian_ng@yahoo.com (Sis Ng Kim Lian).
Contact Persons: Sis Flora 013-3697531, Sis. Ng Kim Lian 012-2032118, Sis Christi Tan 016-3808624.
Maps: Please refer to Bodhiyarama Maps in this blog, dated 22 Jan 2010
Additional Info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear plain white t-shirts or blouses. For bottoms, single dark-colored comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. White is also OK. Additional reading, please go to this post 'Dress for Success: The Yogi's Attire' dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009

3. Buddhasasananuggaha, Bukit Beruang, Melaka.

Date: 25 May to 9 June 2013 (Mid-year School Holidays), (2 weeks)
Email: bhlim06@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sis. Lim Bee Hua 012-6231099.

4. Santisukharama Buddhist Hermitage, Kota Tinggi, Johor. (Vassa Retreat)

Date: 23 July to 19 October 2013 (3 Months)
Website: www.santisukharama.org
Email: office@santisukharama.org, kaulingsam390@gmail.com (Sis Sam Kau Ling).
Contact Person: Sis. Sam Kau Ling 019-7318418, Bro Kok Lee Boo 019-7721875.
Transportation and Maps: Please refer to the first post in this blog or refer to www.santisukharama.org
Additional info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear plain white t-shirts or blouses. For bottoms, single dark-colored comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. White is also OK. Additional reading, please go to this post 'Dress for Success: The Yogi's Attire' dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009

5. Buddha Dhamma Fellowship Association (BDFA), Sarawak.

Date: 18 Dec to 29 Dec 2013
Email: w.teckhua@gmail.com
Contact person: Bro. Wong Teck Hua
Date: 18 Dec to 29 Dec 2013
Info: Retreat will be in Matang, outskirts of Kuching

Kuching Nov 2012 @ Matang

These are the Dhamma Talks from Matang 10-day retreat in November 2012. The topics are the 7 Factors of Enlightenment. Each factor of Enlightenment can be develop specifically whenever it is needed. The talks will guide the vipassana yogis to understand and cultivate the practice to a deeper level. They will be very useful for all yogis, new or seasoned alike.

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Retreat Dec 2012, Santisukharama Hermitage, Kota Tinggi

These are the confirmed dates for Santisukharama Retreat in KT.

Dates: 23 Dec 2012 to 20 Jan 2013


For the rest of the infomation, please refer four posts below this post.

Melaka June 2012 - Dhamma Talks

These are the Dhamma talks for a 2-week retreat in Melaka. Mainly consist of the detailed explanation on 7 Factors of Enlightenment.

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Kuching May 2012 - Dhamma Talks

Here's the new Dhamma talks from Kuching which was delivered for the 2-week retreat.

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Dhamma Lectures from KKB April 2012 Retreat

These are the lectures from KKB April Retreat. Basically they can be divided into 4 categories.

1. The Essentials for Development. These includes the detailed instruction of walking and sitting, meditation, the performance of daily activities and the discipline aspect of a yogi. Also a lecture on the Nature of Mindfulness.

2. The Questions and Answers. 4 Sessions of Q & A which the residing yogis put forward to Bhante regarding on Vipassana subjects and a few general questions.

3. The 10 Armies of Mara. These multiple lectures was based on Padhana Sutta, the Discourse on Exertion, which is found in Sutta Nipata. The ten are 1) Sensual desire 2) Discontent 3) Hunger and Thirst 4) Craving 5) Sloth and Torpor 6) Fear 7) Skeptical Doubt 8) Conceit and Ingratitude 9) Gain, Fame, Honour, Prestige Wrongly Acquired 10) Self-Exaltation and Disparaging of others. Detailed explanation was given on each Mara and how to overcome them while in retreat and in daily life.

4. Guided Meditation. A short session of guided meditation after Dhamma Lectures on Metta, Death, Foulness of the Body and Equanimity.

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VIPASSANA RETREAT 2012 SCHEDULE (updated on 1 April for KT Retreat)

1. Bodhiyarama Hermitage, Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), Selangor. (REGISTRATION TO BOOK FOR YOUR RETREAT IS NECESSARY)
Date: 31 March to 29 April 2012
Email: kimlian_ng@yahoo.com (Sis Ng Kim Lian).
Contact Persons: Sis Flora 013-3697531, Sis. Ng Kim Lian 012-2032118, Sis Christi Tan 016-3808624.
Maps: Please refer to Bodhiyarama Maps in this blog, dated 22 Jan 2010
Additional Info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear white t-shirts or blouse and comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. Additional reading, please go to this blog dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009
4) Please register for yourself with the contact persons above for this retreat due to limited of space.

2. Buddha Dhamma Fellowship Association (BDFA), Sarawak.
Date:  6 May to 20 May 2012
Email: Alison Ho, alison.hci@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sis. Alison Ho 012-8813861.
Info: The retreat will be in Kuching.

3. Buddhasasananuggaha, Bukit Beruang, Melaka.
Date: 27 May to 10 June 2012 (mid-year school holidays)
Email: bhlim06@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sis. Lim Bee Hua 012-6231099.

4. Santisukharama Hermitage, Kota Tinggi, Johor.
Date:  Unconfimed due to Samanera Programme with Sayadaw Jnanapurnik in Sabah. I shall update again when I have the actual dates of the Programme (which maybe held in 1st week of December for 10 days). Forgive me for all the inconveniences caused.
Website: www.santisukharama.org
Email: office@santisukharama.org, kaulingsam390@gmail.com (Sis Sam Kau Ling).
Contact Person: Sis. Sam Kau Ling 019-7318418, Bro Kok Lee Boo 019-7721875.

Dhamma Talks from KKB Vassa Retreat 2011

These Dhamma Talks can be divided into 3 categories.

1. Basic Talks
These talks include the basic instructions and the nature of mindfulness that yogis ought to develop.

2. Satipatthana Sutta
Comprehensive and detailed explanation on Satipatthana Sutta which will be very helpful for yogis to understand clearer and appreciate the Vipassana practice deeper.

3. Questions and Answers Sessions
Various types of question asked by the yogis regarding their meditation practice - sometimes pleasant, surprising, joyful and deep.

Also included, various type of guided samatha meditation that a yogi can incorporate into the vipassana practice. 

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Dhamma Talks from Melaka 2011 Retreat

These are the Dhammma Talks from Melaka retreat in Buddhassananuggaha Society in Bukit Beruang.

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Dhamma Talks in Matang Retreat, Kuching - 2011 April

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These are the Dhamma Talks from Matang Retreat which was conducted in Matang, endedd 2 days ago. Also including two Dhamma Talks in Kuching Buddhist Society (KBS) and Buddha Dhamma Fellowship Association (BDFA).
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Dhamma Talks in Bohiyarama Mac 2011

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These are the 18 Dhamma lectures from Bodhiyarama Mac 2011 retreat in KKB. They are divided in four progressive categories plus the usual Q & A with different types of questions regarding vipassana.

1. Mental Developmental
2. Overcoming Mental Hindrances
3. Balancing the Mental Faculties
4. Progress of Vipassana

5. Q & A

Happy listening.
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Confirm date for Vassa Retreat 2011 in KKB.

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This is the confirm date for the vassa retreat in Bodhiyarama, 2011.

Vassa Retreat, Bodhiyarama Hermitage, Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), Selangor.
Date: 10 July to 5 Oct 2011.
Email: kimlian_ng@yahoo.com (Sis Ng Kim Lian).
Contact Persons: Sis Flora 013-3697531, Sis. Ng Kim Lian 012-2032118, Sis Christi Tan 016-3808624.
Maps: Please refer to Bodhiyarama Maps in this blog, dated 22 Jan 2010
Additional Info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear white t-shirts or blouse and comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. Additional reading, please go to this blog dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009.

Dhamma Talks in Santisukharama, Kota Tinggi, Nov-Dec 2010

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These Dhamma talks and guided meditation were delivered in Santisukharama Hermitage in Kota Tinggi on Nov and Dec 2010. The talks can be divided in a few categories. Below are the synopsis of each categories.

1. Basic Instructions - Some reminders of what should be done during a retreat. These include basic instructions on sitting and walking meditation. - (01, 02, 03 & 04) - 4 talks.

2. Abandoning the Hindrances - Based on the Discourse on Abandoning the Hindrances in Anguttara Nikaya 1, ii. These lectures discussed on the nature of each of the hindrances (sensual desire, ill-will, sloth & torpor, restlessness & worry and skeptical doubt), being not reactive instead being able to accept them as they really are and to overcome them rightly and skillfully using vipassana, samatha, and other skillful techniques. - (06, 07, 08, 10, 11 and 12) - 6 talks.

3. Full Understanding - These lectures look into different kinds full understanding (parin~n~a) as a yogi progresses in the vipassana path. Also, briefly discussing different kinds on contemplation (anupassana) e.g contemplation of dispassion and cessation. - (14, 15 and 16) - 3 talks.

4. 5 Controlling Faculties - As a yogi progresses further, he must learn how to balance his mental faculties of confidence (saddha), effort (viriya), mindfulness (sati), concentration (samadhi) and wisdom (pan~n~a). In order to do so, he has to experience the true nature of each and every faculties. Balancing of mental faculties take lots of trial and error and these lectures help to lay down the principles and some techniques on how to rightly balance them in different ways. - (18, 19, 20, 22, 23) - 5 talks.

5. Clear Comprenhension (sampajan~n~a) - These lectures discussed about our purpose or motive on why do we come for a retreat and the intentions that arises during meditation. Then it look in the suitability of our intentions. Then it followed by discussing the domain or boundary of the vipassana practice and to recognise what can or cannot be use as a vipassana object. Also a yogi really need to be precise and through his meditations objects as this is mentioned in the aspect of non-delusion or wisdom. - (24, 26 and 27) - 3 talks.

6. Questions & Answers - The questions were asked by residing yogis. These interesting questions and answers sessions have various aspects regarding vipassana meditation or related to vipassana. (05, 09, 13, 17, 21, 25 and 29) - 7 Q & A sessions.

7. Striving for Excellence - A single talk discussing the five criteria needed in a yogi to strive for excellence in vipassana development (or even samatha). - (28)

8. Guided Meditation - These guided meditation practices are based on the 4 Divine Abidings (Brahmavihara) were done after the dhamma talks for about 20 mins. The 4 Divine Abiding are Loving-Kindness (metta) - (3 sessions), Compassion (karuna) - (3 sessions), Appreciate Joy (mudita) - (3 sessions) and Equanimity (upekkha) - (3 sessions). These samatha meditation are helpful and useful to support the yogi for his progress and overcoming certain defilement. Also in his daily life, it will be very helpful for his well-being and happiness.

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Vipassana Retreats Schedule 2011

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1. Bodhiyarama Hermitage, Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), Selangor.
Date: 6 March to 2 April 2011.
Email: kimlian_ng@yahoo.com (Sis Ng Kim Lian).
Contact Persons: Sis Flora 013-3697531, Sis. Ng Kim Lian 012-2032118, Sis Christi Tan 016-3808624.
Maps: Please refer to Bodhiyarama Maps in this blog, dated 22 Jan 2010
Additional Info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear white t-shirts or blouse and comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. Additional reading, please go to this blog dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009.

2. Buddha Dhamma Fellowship Association (BDFA), Sarawak.
Date: 22 April to 6 May 2011.
Email: Alison Ho, alison.hci@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sis. Alison Ho 012-8813861.
Info: The retreat will be in Matang, outskirt of Kuching.

3. Buddhasasananuggaha, Bukit Beruang, Melaka.
Date: 29 May to 12 June 2011.(mid-year school holidays)
Email: bhlim06@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sis. Lim Bee Hua 012-6231099.

4. Vassa Retreat, Bodhiyarama Hermitage, Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), Selangor.
Date: 10 July to 5 Oct 2011.
Email: kimlian_ng@yahoo.com (Sis Ng Kim Lian).
Contact Persons: Sis Flora 013-3697531, Sis. Ng Kim Lian 012-2032118, Sis Christi Tan 016-3808624.
Maps: Please refer to Bodhiyarama Maps in this blog, dated 22 Jan 2010
Additional Info:
1) Yogis are encouraged to stay at least 10 days or more (although it is not compulsory).
2) It would be better for new yogis to come from the beginning of the retreat (although it is not compulsory).
3) All yogis are encouraged to wear white t-shirts or blouse and comfortable long pants, sarong or below-knee length skirts during his/her retreat period. Additional reading, please go to this blog dated Sunday, 27 Dec 2009.

Notes:
1. All the above-mentioned retreats will be conducted in English (unless mentioned) and according to the Mahasi tradition.
2. This schedule is subjected to change. Please refer to this schedule periodically.
3. BDFA retreat end on 6 May instead of 5 May. (modified on 8 Jan).
4. Melaka retreat end on the 12 Jun instead of 5 Jun. (modified on 9 Jan).
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Sayadaw Jnanapurnik's Dhamma Talks June & July 2010 - Additional Dhamma Talk

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I have just uploaded another Dhamma Talk by Sayadaw Jnanapurnik which was given in Buddhist Wisdom Centre in June and July 2010 - 06 The True Nature of Phenomena 2. I think I could have misplaced my file. This file is provided by Bro S.P. Fun.

I wish to extend my appreciation to Bro S.P. Fun for highlighting that missing file to me. Sadhu.

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Rathavinita Sutta - Discourse on The Relay Chariots

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Rathavinita Sutta - Discourse on the Relay Chariots discusses about a yogi's development or mental purification as he progresses on the path of vipassana insight. As he goes through different stages of purification or insight knowledge, he may encounter various challenging and difficult experiences or even seductive and pleasant mental states. The yogi must learn to encounter them properly and not to be attached or interpret the various nature of mental and physical phenomena if not he may fall into the 'mental traps' and progress is halted. The yogi must keep on sustaining the practice until he reaches the ultimate goal, Nibbana.



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Sayadaw Jnanapurnik's Dhamma Talks June & July 2010

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These Dhamma talks were delivered by Sayadaw Jnanapurnik in June and July 2010 while he was recuperating in Buddhist Wisdom Centre (BWC).

1. BWC retreat June 2010 (5 talks incl Bhante Gavesi) - BWC
2. Alavaka Sutta 1 & 2 - SBVMS
3. 7 Noble Treasures - Uttama Bodhi Vihara
4. Mind & Matter 1 & 2 - BWC
5. Clear Comprehension of Daily Activities - BWC



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Dhamma Talks in Bodhiyarama, KKB 2010

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These are the Dhamma Talks and Guided Meditation on Metta (Loving Kindness), Karuna (Compassion) and Mudita (Appreciative Joy) delivered in Bodhiyarama, KKB in March and April 2010

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Santisukharama November 2010 Retreat - Rescheduled

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This retreat will end in 2 Jan 2011 and not 15 Jan 2011 as stated in the earlier blog. So the new schedule will be as following:

Retreat starts: 8 Nov 2010
Retreat ends: 2 Jan 2011
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Dhamma Talks in Melaka, May 2010

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These are the Dhamma talks which was delivered in Buddhasassananuggaha, Bukit Beruang in Melaka during the vipassana retreat in May 2010.

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Dhamma Talks on Satipatthana Sutta

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These are the Dhamma talks on Satipatthana Sutta delivered in Santisukharama vassa 2009

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Dhamma Talks in Kuching, April 2010.

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These are the Dhamma talks from Kuching vipassana retreat which was held on April 2010.

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Note: Walking Meditation (01) are basic instructions which was delivered in Hokkien.

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