July 29, 2018
July 12, 2018
Esala Poya and Vas Ārādhanā
Esala Poya Program will be observed on Sunday, July 29th, 2018 from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm at the Alabama Buddhist Vihara. We invite you all to join the program.
Morning Program
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7:30 | – | 8:30 | a.m. | Observance of the eight Precepts, Buddha Puja and Heel Dana |
8:30 | – | 8:45 | a.m. | Tea & coffee break |
8:45 | – | 10:00 | a.m. | Vipassana Meditation |
10:00 | – | 11:00 | a.m. | Sathipattana Meditation |
11:00 | – | 11:15 | a.m. | Buddha Pooja (Must start @ 11.00) |
11:30 | – | 12:00 | nn | Dana offering to the Bhanthe and those who observe eight precepts |
12:00 | – | 1:00 | p.m. | Luncheon |
Afternoon Program | ||||
1:00 | – | 2:30 | p.m. | Sutra Discussion |
2:30 | – | 2:45 | p.m. | Tea & coffee break |
2.45 | – | 5:00 | p.m. | Dhamma talk |
5:30 | p.m. | Termination of the Sil and Gilanpasa Puja | ||
Vas Aradhana at 5:30 p.m.
Vas Season (Rains Retreat) was started during the time of the Buddha, the Awakened One. Full ordained monastics all over the world continue, up till the present time to observe this Rains Retreat or Monsoon Season Retreat for three months – from the full moon day in July to the Katina Ceremony. During this time, they dedicate their time to spiritual activities such as practicing meditation and studying Dhamma thoroughly. This gives an opportunity for Buddhist community to take care of the monastics by offering them food, drinks, medicine, etc. and also to participate in spiritual activities more often.
Thank You
May you be well and happy!
with Metta
Bhante Dhammaloka.
Theruvan Saranay!!!
