Dana
Dana is a Pali word for “generosity”. Generosity helps to open our heart and supports the many wonderful teachers who freely share their time and understanding to teach the path of tranquility, insight and compassion. Dana is a form of thanksgiving; a spontaneous offering of gratitude flowing from an appreciation of what has been received. Such generosity cannot be enforced. It opens as the tree of awareness flowers and then leafs.
The teachings have been offered freely since the time of the Buddha and they are considered priceless. Central to the teachings of the Buddha is the theme of non-separateness, or interdependence. This is the case between those who offer the teachings and those who receive them.
Offerings received by the Open Heart Mindfulness Community go to the teachers we listen to. A portion supports the Sangha’s expenses, such as equipment, supplies, CDs and our monthly Social.
Metta
The teachings have been offered freely since the time of the Buddha and they are considered priceless. Central to the teachings of the Buddha is the theme of non-separateness, or interdependence. This is the case between those who offer the teachings and those who receive them.
Offerings received by the Open Heart Mindfulness Community go to the teachers we listen to. A portion supports the Sangha’s expenses, such as equipment, supplies, CDs and our monthly Social.
Metta
