The Three Pure Precepts

Drawing on Dogen Zenji’s Kyojukaimon (Instructions on Giving and Receiving the Precepts), the Three Pure Precepts are a core teaching of the Buddhist tradition that guides an aspiring Bodhisattva’s conduct and way of being in everyday life, for the benefit of all. ​

About the Retreat

This day retreat will focus on the Three Pure Precepts with time for meditation and periods of restful silence. Dharma talks and discussions will be centered on Dogen Zenji’s text Kyojukaimon (Instructions on Giving and Receiving the Precepts).

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These are the Three Pure Precepts:

Do Not Commit Harm
It is the dwelling place of all the Buddhas, Dharma and precepts.
It is the very source of all the Buddhas, Dharma and precepts.

Practicing Good
The Dharma of Anuttara Samyak Sambodhi (unsurpassed, perfect enlightenment)
which is the way of practice and being practiced.

Do Good For Others
Transcending the ordinary and transcending the holy, liberate oneself and others.

These are called the Three Pure Precepts.

Eihei Dogen – Kyojukaimon
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Any level of experience is welcome. Please bring your own light lunch to the event. We will have access to a refrigerator. Cold and hot water, as well as snacks will be provided.

Schedule

9:00am – Welcome and Introductions
9:10am – Opening Meditation (posture, breathing, mind)
9:40am – Walking Meditation
9:45am – Dharma Talk on the Three Pure Precepts
10:45am – Tea Break
11:00am – Meditation (just-sitting)
11:25am – Discussion, questions, and comments on the text
12:00pm – Lunch Break
1:00pm – Meditation (just-sitting)
1:25pm – Walking Meditation
1:30pm – Dharma Talk – The Three Pure Precepts continued
2:15pm – Meditation (just-sitting)
2:30pm – Reflections and Sharing
3:00pm – Metta Chant and Closing

The retreat is being offered for $55. For LBM Sustaining Members, we are offering the retreat at a discounted rate of $45.

Scholarships are available. Volunteers at events are always appreciated.

How to Join the Retreat