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The Nan Hua Temple is a non-profit organisation and all Temple Tours conducted at the Temple are free of charge. The Temple is open to visitors from Tuesday to Sunday, 9h00 to 16h00, free of charge. Join us for a vegetarian lunch on Sundays @ R30 per person, 12h00 to 12h30. The Temple is closed on Mondays. Contact us on Tel: 013 931 0009 or email info@nanhua.co.za for more information.
Meditation (Part 5)
Please Click Here to read Meditation Part 1 to Part 4
Experienced mediators can enter meditative concentration no matter where they are, be it beside a stream in a forest, inside a mountain cave, or among some graves, but for those beginning the practice it is best to choose an indoor area that is away from outside noises. Such locations bring better results. The lighting in the room should be moderate: too much light is harsh on the eyes, while too little light can make one drowsy. It is best if an image of the Buddha is placed in the room, so that one can make offerings by burning incense as a source of inspiration. One should also not sit where there is a draft to avoid catching a cold. Before sitting in meditation one should also pay attention to how one eats and dresses. One should not meditate less than an hour after finishing a meal, since at that time blood has rushed to the stomach and intestines and one can easily become drowsy. One should not be too full or too hungry; seventy to eighty percent full is best. One’s clothing should be loose, comfortable, and soft to promote good circulation. Having sufficient sleep will also prevent one from falling asleep during meditation and wasting precious time. Once all preparatory work is complete, one can then begin sitting in meditation. In the Chan School, sitting meditation is generally divided into three stages: *3 regulating the body, regulating the breath, and regulating the mind. *3 A more complete explanation can be found in Master Zhizhe’s smaller text Stopping and Seeing (小止觀). |
Forthcoming Events
Dear All
Below is the 2019 retreat almanac.
Please take note of our booking policy and dress code.
All bookings are done on a ‘first come first serve’ basis subject to availability.
Contact Sipho at Tel: 013 931 0009 (only available from 5th January) or email: info@nanhua.co.za to confirm availability before paying your deposit.
Your booking is only secured upon payment of your deposit.
Confirmation of bookings will be done via email after the receipt of your deposit.
An admin fee will be charged on all cancellations or date changes.
Changes in booking dates will only be accepted after 1 March 2019.
See terms and conditions for full disclosure.
NOTE
The value of Meditation Retreat is priceless. Thus, Nan Hua Temple does not charge fees for any Meditation Class. However, fees will be charged for Accommodation and Meals.
The retreat is practice for Buddhism. It is practiced to enlighten and teach our participants about Buddhism in forms of meditation, dharma practices and such. We do not charge anything for the retreat. All costs included are for accommodation only.
Cost of accommodation for level 1 and level 2:
1. R400 per person (double room – sharing with someone of the same gender in a chalet)
2. R500 per person (single room – own en-suite bedroom and bathroom or bedroom with adjoining shower, same gender in a chalet)
3. R800 per person (private chalet, one person only)
Dress code
This is a practicing monastery. Please do not wear sleeveless tops, shorts or sundresses. Please make sure your shoulders, upper arms, midriff and knees are covered. Socks must be worn in the meditation hall.
Below is the 2019 retreat almanac.
Please take note of our booking policy and dress code.
All bookings are done on a ‘first come first serve’ basis subject to availability.
Contact Sipho at Tel: 013 931 0009 (only available from 5th January) or email: info@nanhua.co.za to confirm availability before paying your deposit.
Your booking is only secured upon payment of your deposit.
Confirmation of bookings will be done via email after the receipt of your deposit.
An admin fee will be charged on all cancellations or date changes.
Changes in booking dates will only be accepted after 1 March 2019.
See terms and conditions for full disclosure.
NOTE
The value of Meditation Retreat is priceless. Thus, Nan Hua Temple does not charge fees for any Meditation Class. However, fees will be charged for Accommodation and Meals.
The retreat is practice for Buddhism. It is practiced to enlighten and teach our participants about Buddhism in forms of meditation, dharma practices and such. We do not charge anything for the retreat. All costs included are for accommodation only.
Cost of accommodation for level 1 and level 2:
1. R400 per person (double room – sharing with someone of the same gender in a chalet)
2. R500 per person (single room – own en-suite bedroom and bathroom or bedroom with adjoining shower, same gender in a chalet)
3. R800 per person (private chalet, one person only)
Dress code
This is a practicing monastery. Please do not wear sleeveless tops, shorts or sundresses. Please make sure your shoulders, upper arms, midriff and knees are covered. Socks must be worn in the meditation hall.
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