A place to learn and practise Mahasi Vipassana Insight Meditation

Buddhist Retreat

Registered in England and Wales - Charity No. 1116668


Costs

We follow the ancient tradition of Dana : an economy based on generosity.

Everything you receive or have the use of while you are at Satipanya is already paid for by the generosity of others. The teacher is there and able to teach because of the generosity of the lay community who have continued to support him.

After your stay, you can determine how much you wish to support others in their practice. We ask you to take on some responsibility for the financial welfare of Satipanya and give what your means will allow you.

We cannot maintain and continue to teach at Satipanya without your individual support. Dana requires an act of renunciation - but the spiritual rewards are great!

Dana:

  • Supporting another person’s spiritual aspiration is a universal religious practice.
  • Compassion is the desire to help someone be free of suffering.
  • Selfless giving unburdens the heart of attachment and possessiveness.
  • Generosity brings joy to the heart.
  • To give of time and wealth without conditions is itself a path to liberation.
  • Satipanya converts a gift of your money from you into the gift of the dhamma to all who ask for it.
  • The Buddha said that the gift of dhamma excels all other gifts.
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