Buddhist Meditation
In the Samatha Tradition
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"The mind is fickle and flighty.
It flies after fancies wherever it likes.
It is difficult indeed to restrain.
But it is a great good to control the mind.
A mind self-controlled is a source of great joy."The Dhammapada
Welcome to the Samatha Meditation Web Site
Samatha means calm. Samatha meditation is an effective but gentle way of training the mind to develop inner strength and freedom from turmoil, leading on to clarity and understanding. This path from calm to insight was followed by the Buddha himself, and is a central tradition of Buddhist meditation. There are many kinds of Samatha meditation techniques: this one is based on attention to the breath, a subject which is said to be suitable for all types of people.
By regular daily practice the chattering, unruly mind gradually becomes calmer and develops clarity. The way our mind works becomes less confusing to us and we begin to understand the habits of mind that hold us back from happiness and freedom. We become kinder to ourselves and those around us. Meditation is a practical matter: increased awareness brings an ability to make the most of ourselves in our daily lives.
Weekend courses in Samatha meditation are held throughout the year.
Click here to find details of weekend courses.
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To find your nearest meditation class click on the drop down menu at the top right hand side of this page.
