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| Title | Description | View Document | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meditation Instructions | This is a one-page instruction in our method of meditation, called insight or vipassana, by senior teacher Joseph Goldstein. | ||
| Meditation Resources | This is a list of our sitting groups as well as some of the many books, movies, supply sources, and magazines we find useful. | ||
| Summary of the Teachings | A two page document about the Buddha's life and teachings. Includes the precepts, guidelines for ethical living. | ||
| Dharma on the Internet | Contains links to and descriptions of local and national/internation web sites. | ||
| Introduction to DZIMC | This is a history of our organization. | ||
| Metta (Lovingkindness) Essay | This essay gives practices on forgiveness and developing lovingkindness, as well as its benefits. | ||
| Experiencing and Knowing the Breath | This essay gives expanded beginning meditation instructions. | ||
| Lovingkindness Sutta (Sermon) | A beloved teaching given by the Buddha to counteract fear and judgment. Translated by Sharon Salzberg. |
