An Afternoon with Mike Snider: Satsang Followed by Q&A
Saturday November 14, 1-3pm
Offered by One Dharma Nashville
Cost: No fee; donations appreciated
Mike Snider, a talented Grand Ole Opry member, describes himself as "an ol' country boy who was starving to know God and found that God was not a him or her or it...and loves to shar with people how simple, available and immediate God (or your true nature) really is." Mike has been asked to teach by Adyashanti, and is highly recommended by author Joan Tollifson (Awake In The Heartland). This will be a refreshingly different perspective on nondualism and awareness.
New Practice Sessions
2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month, 6:30-7:30pm
Offered by One Dharma Nashville
Wednesday Practice Group is appropriate for people with all levels of meditation experience. Newcomers are encouraged and welcome to attend. The session consists of: 40 minutes of meditation with a bell at 20 minutes for those who wish to stretch their legs, followed by the Diamond Sutra chant and an open discussion about practice. Focus is on how to establish and maintain a strong daily practice, how to work with distractions and blocks to practice, and any other issues those attending would like to address. For your first time meditating with us, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early for orientation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact lisa@lisaernst.com.
Shobogenzo Zuimonki Study Series
1st and 3rd Saturdays each month, 9:00 – 10:00am
Offered by Nashville Zen Center
These Study Groups meet immediately following NZC's regular Saturday sitting/chanting service on the first and third Saturdays of each month. The format is that of extended dharma talks. We are currently studying Shohaku Okumura’s translation (any translation will do) of the Shobogenzo Zuimonki (sayings of Eihei Dogen Zenji, as recorded by Koun Ejo), which consists of brief instructions to monks. All are invited to join the NZC as we cover a Zen classic and enjoy coffee, tea and discussion. Email info@nashvillezencenter.org for details.
Dharma Study Group Series
Second and Fourth Saturdays each month, 10-11:30am
Ongoing Study of Dhammapada
Offered by One Dharma Nashville
This Series is aimed at helping us learn how to incorporate Buddhist teachings and practices into our everyday lives. It also provides an opportunity for us to better know those of us who share an interest in Buddhism. We start with a short meditation and a reading, and then have an open, informal discussion for the remaining time. This is an open session, and everyone is welcome to attend. Some of our translations and references for the Dhammapada can be easily accessed online at http://www.buddhanet.net/dhammapada/ and http://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/imc-dhammapada.html. Email rana_mukherji@yahoo.com for details.