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Ways to realize the end of suffering.

No one wants to suffer, and yet we do. The first sermon that the Buddha gave after his awakening addressed the issue of suffering. He articulated four basic tenants that have been remembered as the four noble truths. They include the full understanding of suffering, the abandoning of the causes of suffering, the realization of the end of suffering, and the cultivation of the path leading to the end of suffering. It is through a wise relationship to suffering, that freedom will be known.

  • September 29 – First Noble Truth with Sharon Allen
  • October 6 – Second Noble Truth with Shaila Catherine
  • October 13 – Third Noble Truth with Laura Lin
  • October 20 – Fourth Noble Truth with Shaila Catherine
  • October 27 – Deepening practice with Shaila Catherine

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IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.

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