Meditation in Southeast Asia - Insight Meditation Center

are not permitted.
NOBLE SILENCE: Continuity of the practice both within meditation hours and in
leisure time is of primary importance. To facilitate this training of the impartial
observation of the phenomena of mind and matter, the major part of the course will
be held in noble silence. Further details will be given by the management on
enrolment in the course.
It is to gain a good grasp of the practice and gain benefit. The emphasis during the
ten days is on WORK. A golden rule is to work as if one was alone on the course,
ignoring any distractions and inconveniences encountered, with one's mind turned
totally inwards. We request that each student read the above rules carefully and only
apply to enroll for a course if they are fully prepared to submit to the discipline.
Daily schedule:
The timetable outlined below, if followed meticulously, will enable the student to
develop a sharp and concentrated mind, the tool for his work. It should be stressed
again, however, that it is the continuity of the practice and this alone that enables one
to penetrate the subtle layers of mind and matter and start the process of loosening
and unraveling the congestion of stress and emotion, which is a common source of
suffering and unhappiness.
THE TIMETABLE
5:45am Wake up bell
6:00am - 7:00am Meditate in own place or in the Hall
7:00am - 8:00am Breakfast in the nunnery
8:00am - 9:00am Group meditation in the Hall
9:00am - 11:00am Meditate in the Hall or in own place, sitting or walking.
11:00am - 11:30am Bell for Buddha Puja, get ready for lunch (Dana)
11:30am - 12:00pm Dana (mid-day meal) in the nunnery. Please be on time
12:00pm - 1:00pm Rest, study, attend to personal needs
1:00pm - 2:00pm Walking meditation
2:00pm - 3:00pm Group meditation in the Hall
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