Product Description
While for many, the monastic life is not an option, all of us love and need to retreat from the world occasionally. Such retreats allow us to refocus our lives and reawaken parts of ourselves suppressed by the life that we have been living. Every month, Nan Tien Temple offers that perfect retreat; peace, tranquillity and comfort. Staying overnight in the wonderful Pilgrim Lodge, you will enjoy healthy vegetarian meals, receive excellent teaching in Buddhist meditation and of course, meditate.
The program is suitable for all, regardless of background with beginners more than welcome, however as the retreat includes activities such as Tai Chi, walking meditation and sitting for prolonged periods of time, pregnant women and those with physical ailments/ill-health are advised to consult their Doctor to assess their suitability. The cost of the retreat covers meals, accommodation, materials and teacher’s instructions.
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Good For
Those interested in refining their meditation technique and looking for space to think
Programmes & Offerings
A typical day at Natien will look like:
- 5:50am – Wake up
- 6:20 – Chanting & Tai Chi Main Shrine
- 7:30 – Breakfast
- 8:30 – Lecture
- 9:30 – 10:30am Tea Chan
- 10:30 – Contemplation
- 11:30 – Lunch
- 12:20 – Walking Meditation
- 1:00 – Temple Tour Temple Grounds
- 2:30 – Calligraphy & Meditation
- 4:00 – Afternoon Tea
- 4:30 Drum & Bell Ceremony
- 5:00 – Shower & Dinner
- 7:30 – Lecture
- 8:30 – Meditation
- 9:00pm – Goodnight