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Mark Nunberg's Dharma Talks
Mark Nunberg
Mark Nunberg began his practice in 1982 and has been teaching meditation since 1990. He co-founded Common Ground Meditation Center in Minneapolis in 1993 with Wynn Fricke and continues to serve as one of the center’s co-Guiding Teachers. Mark has studied with both Asian and Western teachers and finds deep inspiration in the teachings of the Buddha. Mark practiced as a monk for five months in Burma and completed four three-month retreats at Insight Meditation Society Retreat Center, as well as many months of intensive retreat practice at The Forest Refuge. Mark continues to be a grateful student of Buddhist practice.
2025-10-21 Tranquility Supports Wisdom and Wisdom Supports Tranquility - Meditation 33:01
The weekly practice groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention. Each session includes a guided meditation, dharma talk, and discussion. Both experienced and beginning meditators are welcome. No registration necessary. Led by Mark Nunberg and guest teachers.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-21 Tranquility Supports Wisdom and Wisdom Supports Tranquility - Talk 58:27
The weekly practice groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention. Each session includes a guided meditation, dharma talk, and discussion. Both experienced and beginning meditators are welcome. No registration necessary. Led by Mark Nunberg and guest teachers.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-19 Tranquility as a Cause for Healing and Insight 30:44
The Weekly Practice Groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-19 Tranquility as a Cause for Healing and Insight 36:31
The Weekly Practice Groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-12 Valuing Tranquility - Meditation 32:40
This program is offered over Zoom. It is also simultaneously broadcast on Youtube and recorded. See below for more details. The weekly practice groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention. Each session includes a guided meditation, dharma talk, and discussion. Both experienced and beginning meditators are welcome. No registration necessary. Led by Mark Nunberg and guest teachers. All programs at Common Ground are offered freely in the spirit of generosity. There will be an opportunity for small groups after the Weekly Practice Group, both in person and on Zoom.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-12 Valuing Tranquility - Talk 41:21
This program is offered over Zoom. It is also simultaneously broadcast on Youtube and recorded. See below for more details. The weekly practice groups are designed to be a cornerstone for one's practice by providing ongoing instruction and teachings that will help illuminate the simple but challenging practice of mindfulness. The Buddha taught that mindfulness is the way to go beyond habits of distraction and grasping. To walk this path of wisdom and compassion, we need the support of a community that shares this intention. Each session includes a guided meditation, dharma talk, and discussion. Both experienced and beginning meditators are welcome. No registration necessary. Led by Mark Nunberg and guest teachers. All programs at Common Ground are offered freely in the spirit of generosity. There will be an opportunity for small groups after the Weekly Practice Group, both in person and on Zoom.
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-06 Buddhist Studies: The Buddha's Gradual Training - Week 5 of 5 - Meditation 31:31
Common Ground Meditation Center Buddhist Studies: The Buddha's Gradual Training
2025-10-06 Buddhist Studies: The Buddha's Gradual Training - Week 5 of 5 - Talk 58:13
Common Ground Meditation Center Buddhist Studies: The Buddha's Gradual Training
2025-10-05 Letting Karma be our Teacher - Meditation 30:36
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series
2025-10-05 Letting Karma be our Teacher - Talk 38:30
Common Ground Meditation Center Weekly Dharma Series

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