Taking Vows & Precepts is a ceremony of intention to follow the Buddha’s teachings to work towards a happier and more peaceful life for ourselves as well as for all sentient beings. This ceremony is preceded by 3 Saturday morning preparatory classes.
The Ten Precepts in Pali and English for this retreat -retreat held in Vietnamese and English
1. Panatipata veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to abstain from taking life. (Though the precept’s wording prohibits the killing of living beings, in terms of its underlying purpose it can also be understood to prohibit injuring, maiming, and torturing as well — Bhikkhu Bodhi)
2. Adinnadana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from taking that which is not given.
3. Abrahmacariya veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from sexual activity.
4. Musavada veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from incorrect speech.
5. Suramerayamajja pamadatthana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from intoxicating drinks and drugs which lead to carelessness.
6. Vikalabhojana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from eating after midday.
7. Nacca-gita-vadita-visuka-dassana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from dancing,singing, music, going to see entertainments.
8. Mala-gandha-vilepana-dharana-mandana-vibhusanatthana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from wearing garlands, using perfumes, and beautifying the body with cosmetics.
9. Uccasayana-mahasayana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from lying on a high or luxurious sleeping place.
10. Jatarupa-rajata-patiggahana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from accepting gold and silver (money).
(from Digha Nikaya 1; Vinaya, Mahavagga I 56.1)
| Saturday | |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Ceremony of receiving the eight precepts (altogether) |
| 9:30-9:45 a.m. | Break |
| 9:45-10:45 a.m. | Reading/ Meditation ( Americans) |
| Repentance Ceremony 1 (Vietnamese) | |
| 11:30-12:30 p.m. | Formal Meal Ceremony |
| (only for precept practitioners) | |
| 1:00- 2:00 p.m. | Relaxing Nap |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Dharma Talk (altogether) |
| 3:30-3:45 p.m. | Break |
| 3:45- 5:00 p.m. | Reading/Meditation (Americans) |
| Repentance Ceremony 2 (Vietnamese) | |
| 6:00 p.m. | Drinking milk or rice soup |
| 7:00-8:00 p.m. | Dharma Talk (Viet, thầy Vĩnh Minh) |
| (American-Thầy Kozen) | |
| 8:00-8:15 p.m. | Break |
| 8:15-9:15 p.m. | Reading/Meditation (Americans) |
| Repentance Ceremony 3 (Vietnamese) | |
| 9:30-10:00 p.m. | Sitting meditation (altogether) |
| 10:00 p.m. | Sleep |
| Sunday | |
| 6:00-7:00 a.m. | Morning Chanting (Vietnamese) |
| Meditation (American) | |
| 7:00-8:30 a.m. | Closing Ceremony (altogether) |
| 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 10:00-11:00 a.m. | Tea Meditation ( open to the public) |
| 12:00 p.m. | Formal Lunch (open to the public) |
| -The End- |
Not a local? Book lodging at 509.395.2030 / business@tlabbey.com
There are various options available, depending on the event. 1. Trout Lake Abbey B&B private or hostel style rooms. 2. Meditations huts. 3. Futons either in the temple or the Mountain View Room. 4. Camping
Please call in advance to inquire about availability.
