The Four Foundations of Mindfulness

This series of dharma talks will be exploring the Satipatthana Sutta, the Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

In this series, our basic text will be The Four Foundations of Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Gunaratana, Wisdom Publications, 2012. Other references will include: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness by Venerable U Silananda, Wisdom Publications, 2002, Satipatthana: The Direct Path to Realization by Analayo, Windhorse Publications, 2003, Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening by Joseph Goldstein, Sounds True, 2013, The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism by Robert E. Buswell Jr.and Donald S. Lopez Jr.. (Princeton University Press.)

Translation from the Pali of the Satipatthana Sutta by Thanissaro Bhikku.

At the end of each talk, there are two assignments, Reflection and Meditation. The Buddha’s method of teach was threefold: (1) state the dharma, (2) have the listeners reflect on it and (3) experience it. The assignments are intended to assist you with fully assimilating the teachings through this process.

Talks

Introduction

I. Mindfulness of the Body

Mindfulness of the Body: Breath

Mindfulness of the Body: The Four Postures

Mindfulness of the Body: Clear Comprehension

Mindfulness of the Body: Parts and Elements

Mindfulness of the Body: Death and Impermanence

Mindfulness of the Body: Summary

II. Mindfulness of Feelings

Mindfulness of Feelings I

Mindfulness of Feelings II