While renunciation is commonly associated with Buddhist monastics, a growing number of Western lay practitioners are interested in how to live a nourishing life of lay renunciation. This daylong explored the possibilities, benefits, and challenges of renunciation in lay life.
The idea of lay renunciation raises such questions as:
- What kinds of renunciation are most conducive to Dhamma practice as lay people?
- What are the benefits and challenges of a lay life that honors the intention to let go?
- How have dedicated lay practitioners lived in Asian cultures?
- What teachings and practices can guide a lay person seeking to live a simpler, non-grasping frame of mind?
The day included a number of guest speakers, group discussion, and sitting practice. It provided an opportunity to learn and share ideas about the topic.
Recordings:
| Title | Speaker | Date | Length | Length/ Date |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 1 - Introduction | Kim Allen | 2015.01.31 | 34:52 | 34:52 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 2 | Ruby Grad | 2015.01.31 | 39:43 | 39:43 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 3 - Anagarika | Kim Allen | 2015.01.31 | 09:23 | 09:23 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 4 - Munindra | Mirka Knaster | 2015.01.31 | 36:15 | 36:15 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 5 - Discussion | Kim Allen | 2015.01.31 | 11:29 | 11:29 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 6 - Benefit | Kim Allen | 2015.01.31 | 26:45 | 26:45 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 7 | Oren Jay Sofer | 2015.01.31 | 38:36 | 38:36 2015.01.31 |
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| Renunciation in Lay Life: Part 8 - Challenge Aspiration | Kim Allen | 2015.01.31 | 38:39 | 38:39 2015.01.31 |
Appears in Series:
| Title | Speaker | Date | Length | Length/ Date |
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| Sati Center | <multiple> | 2004.04.24 | 477:19:12 | 477:19:12 2004.04.24 |
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