Introduction
Vipassana Meditation Centre (Singapore) is one of the earliest
Buddhist institutions to propagate and perpetuate the
practice of Vipassana Meditation in Singapore. It was set up in
1993 as a non-profit organization with the Registrar of
Societies. It is set up with the objective of providing
opportunities and a venue for all (Buddhist and non-Buddhist
alike), who are interested in studying and practising the
Teachings of the Buddha, i.e. the cultivation and development
of the mind that leads to the end of all suffering. Towards this
end, VMC strives in the best possible way to provide the
earnest Truth seeker with the theoretical aspect of the
method of Vipassana Meditation (The Four Foundation of
Mindfulness) that is based upon the Pali canonical texts. This
is followed with clear and precise instructions for putting the
theories into actual practice.
From time to time, VMC organized meditation retreats,
guided by learned and capable meditation teachers to
provide opportunities for a more intensive mode of practice.
The annual Metta retreat has been well received since we
introduced it in 1998. VMC is also trying to set up a
permanent centre which is conducive and comfortable for
the practice of Vipassana Meditation in Singapore, as
promoting the practice of Vipassana Meditation is its primary
aim.
Important annual events such as Vesak, Vassa entry and
Kathina on the Buddhist calendar are also observed. Besides
providing opportunities to accrue merits, such occasions also
allow Buddhists to understand the significance of these
occasions and thus enrich their appreciation and
understanding of their own faith.
Those devoted to the practice of giving and sharing may offer
dana at the centre or during meditation retreats. They may
also make donations for the publication of Dhamma
materials, such as Dhamma books and Dhamma CDs, for free
distribution.
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