Explore Monastic Life
Teachings from the annual Exploring Monastic Life program at Sravasti Abbey.
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Living in novice precepts
An explanation of various aspects of monastic life and detailed practical advice.
View PostHow do friends and family fit into monastic life?
Family relationships and attachment as they apply to ordination and the monastic life.
View PostPrecepts free the mind
An explanation of the lay precepts with examples of different cultural mindsets.
View PostPratimoksa precepts
An explanation of the divisions of precepts and clarification of particular vows.
View PostUncovering unrealistic expectations
A discussion about unrealistic expectations that can interfere with Dharma practice and ordained life.
View PostAm I good enough?
Feelings of inadequacy can be counteracted using the founding values of Sravasti Abbey.
View PostThe spread of the Dharma
The spread of the Dharma and the effects on lineages and ordination.
View PostTailoring teachings to meet different needs
A discussion of how teachings vary across cultures and fulfill different needs.
View PostCommitment, authority and autonomy
A discussion of three common obstacles to monastic life.
View PostApproaching ordination
Information about the program and questions to consider about ordination.
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