Welcome to the meditation retreat in march. Most of the time there is still some snow in the higher elevations, which makes the walking meditation a wonderful experience.
Contemplation
If you don't have faith, in future lives you will be eaten by tigers over and over again. On the other hand, if I have deceived you, I will fall into the dungeon of exit-less hell. Don't be an undertaker! Those of you who are in this study, do not agitate your mind; let it be like a mountain. Let your mind be like a wide and empty space and continue to reflect on enlightening Truth like the moon reflects the sun.
Whether others think that I am right or wrong is not your concern. Do not judge or criticize others. Just be at ease and go on mindlessly like a simpleton or a fool.
Or, be like one who is struck deaf and dumb. Spend your life like you cannot hear a thing; like an infant. Then, sooner or later, all the the delusion will disappear. If one wishes to accomplish this, it is useless to attempt to understand and master worldly life. It would be like one trying to fix food out of dung, or like trying to cut jade out of mud. It is totally useless for accomplishing a meaningful life. There is no reason for occupying oneself completely and thoroughly with worldly affairs.
See your own death in the death of others. Do not put your trust in this body. Rather, remind yourself again and again to not miss a moment to awaken your own mind.
Meditation Center
The Honora Zen Monastery is a rustic and small meditation center in Switzerland. Here you can find more information and register for the monthly meditation weeks.
