Noble Silence

A period of deep silence is observed starting from the end of the evening sitting meditation until after breakfast the next morning. This is very healing. We allow the silence and the calmness to penetrate our flesh and bones. We allow the energy of the Sangha and its mindfulness to penetrate our body and mind. We go back to our tents or dormitories slowly, aware of every step. We breathe deeply and enjoy the stillness and the freshness. Let us not talk to the person walking by our side; she or he needs our support, too. We can stay alone outside with the trees and the stars for about ten minutes, then go inside to use the bathroom, to change and go to bed right away.

Lying on our back, we can practice Deep Relaxation until sleep comes. In the morning, we move mindfully and silently, taking time to breathe, to go to the bathroom and then proceeding right away to the meditation hall. We do not have to wait for anyone. When we see someone along the path, we just join our palms and bow, allowing him or her to enjoy the morning the way we do.

We need everyone to participate for the practice to be deep and joyful. This is the practice we do every day, except on lazy nights and on festival days like the Full Moon Celebration. Thank you for your joyful practice.

Do not miss :

16 October 2024 - 7:30 : Méditation du matin
16 October 2024 - 14:00 : Groupe de méditation Ste-Mary-IPCAM
16 October 2024 - 19:00 : Méditation du mercredi soir
17 October 2024 - 7:30 : Méditation du matin
17 October 2024 - 19:00 : Thursday evening meditation
18 October 2024 - 7:30 : Méditation du matin
19 October 2024 - 8:00 : JPC virtuelle et en personne
20 October 2024 - 8:00 : Méditation du dimanche matin
21 October 2024 - 7:30 : Méditation du matin
21 October 2024 - 19:00 : Méditation du lundi soir
Do not lose yourself in the past; do not lose yourself in the future; do not get caught in your anger, worries, or fears. Come back to the present moment, and touch life deeply. This is mindfulness.
- Thich Nhat Hanh