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The greatest gift is the gift of the teachings
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Dharma Talks
2022-08-22
Concentration and Insight (Retreat at Spirit Rock)
2:10:17
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Tempel Smith
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In the detailed description of the 16 steps of anapanasati (mindfulness of breathing) the first 12 steps develop samadhi (concentration) as a basis for the last four steps (13-16) of insight practice. These are using in and out breathing to become sensitive to impermanence (anicca), and from impermanence to releasing the agitation (viraga) from trying to find security in a fluid and fluctuating world. The second to last step in relaxing into the completeness and thoroughness of endings (nirodha), as a support to the last step of fully letting go.
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Spirit Rock Meditation Center
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Cultivating Concentration
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