16th June 2003 (7.00 pm) to 19th June 2003 (9.00 am)
a. Venue:
Dharma Hall at Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, 88 Bright Hill Road
b. How to get there:
Bus no. 410 (white plate) from Bishan Bus Interchange (beside Bishan MRT)
c. Schedule:
16/06/03, Monday (eve of the retreat)
7.00 pm..... Check in (please be punctual and have your dinner before coming)
7.30 pm..... briefing
17/06/03, Tuesday (first day of the retreat; lunch only)
6.00 am to 9.30 am..... 8 Mahayana Precepts and Fist session
9.30 am to 11.00 am..... Morning Break
11.00 am to 1.30 pm..... Lunch Break
1.30 pm to 4.00 pm..... Second session
4.00 pm to 5.00 pm..... Afternoon Break
5.00 pm to 8.00 pm..... Third session
18/06/03, Wednesday (no eating, drinking or talking until the breaking of fasting next morning)
5.00 am to 8.00 am..... 8 Mahayana Precepts and Fourth session,
8.00 am to 10.00 am..... Break
10.00 am to 12.30 pm..... Fifth session
12.30 pm to 3.30 pm..... Break
3.30 pm to 6.30 pm..... Sixth session and Offering to Smell-eaters
19/06/03, Thursday (last day)
4.30 am to 8.00 am..... Seventh session and Dedication
8.00 am..... Packing & Cleaning
------------..... Breakfast
d. What to bring:
i. Necessary items
Rosary
Vajra & Bell (if one has taken initiation)
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, soap, etc.)
Enough clothing; loose and comfortable clothing such as long pants, sleeve shirt or Tee, pajama. No shorts and bermudas, no sleeveless Tee, no singlet. Please note that washing is not allowed in the bathrooms.
Jacket (The Dharma Hall is fully air-conditioned.)
Big towel or blanket and/or a pair of gloves for prostration
Drinking Cup
Alarm clock
ii. Optional items
Mandala set (if one wishes to offer mandala during the sessions)
Picture of 1000-arms Chenrezig for visualisation
Dharma books to read during breaks
Personal medication, medical ointment, insect repellent- (First aids is available for use)
Pillow case, mattress cover, blanket or sleeping bag (if you are particular on cleanliness)
Stationery (pen, pencil, notebook, paper)
Torch (for reading during the lights-off hours)
Notes:
Use of handphone and pager is NOT allowed, except for emergencies. For emergencies, please contact Phuah @ 91139768.
Participants may not leave the retreat place for the duration of the 3 days (except to take a walk around the temple).
In between the sessions of Nyung-nay practice, participants may do other practices and prayers or read Dharma books, or rest or go for a walk. It is best to avoid reading non-Dharma books, unless absolutely necessary (e.g. studying for an exam).
It is advisable to bring a towel, blanket or cushion to protect the knees while prostrating.
Participants should be silent when outside the compound so as not to disturb the temple activities.
Participants are expected to share in the housekeeping and cleaning for the comfort of all.
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