Paramis as a Revolutionary Act

Toni Morrison wrote: “I know the world is bruised and bleeding. And though it is important not to ignore its pain, it is also critical to refuse to succumb to its malevolence. Like failure, chaos contains information that can lead to knowledge, even wisdom. That is how civilizations heal.”

This isn’t just a statement, but a directive of how to move through difficult times. The Buddha offered a direct and accessible framework to support his healing, called the 10 Perfections or Attainments of the Heart; or pāramīs. This collection which includes generosity, ethical conduct, renunciation, wisdom, effort, patience, truthfulness, resolve, metta and equanimity - are a map for recovery and the creation of a culture of belonging. These qualities help us to navigate life, and are said to be what the Buddha was cultivating in earlier lifetimes before his Awakening. In this residential retreat, we’ll explore not just what the Buddha said, but how he lived his life.

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