Tuesday, September 10, 2024
| Exploring “Faith” in Buddhism This week, Jay Ford will offer the first of two talks on the various roles and meanings of “faith” (Pali: saddhā) in Buddhist traditions. Drawing on the Buddhist literary tradition and contemporary teachers Sharon Salzberg, Matthew Brensilver, and others, Jay will explore, among other issues: — The range of meanings of this concept in the Buddhist context — The vital role it plays on the Buddhist path and the “stages” of faith — Why faith is the first of the Five Spiritual Factors (others being diligence, mindfulness, concentration, and wisdom) — How the Buddhist concept of faith contrasts with prominent Western conceptions of faith — The relationship between faith and doubt, love, and letting go |
| Schedule 6:30-6:35: Announcements 6:35-7:05: Sitting Meditation 7:05-7:15: Walking Meditation 7:15-8:00: Exploring “Faith” in Buddhism–Part I (Jay Ford) |
Upcoming Schedule
Sept. 17: Jay Ford, Exploring “Faith” in Buddhism, Pt. II (TTT–Third Tuesday Tea)
Sept. 24: Jim Garrido, Freedom from Will and the Buddhist Ethical Path