Speaking about the Dharma is very different than speaking about any other topic. It requires different skills and knowledge, and it feels different in one's body. What are the attributes of a skillful Dharma talk and how can you prepare to offer such a thing?
Join Dhammadipa for this 2 hour virtual workshop. She will reflect on ways to offer a Dharma talk, attributes of skillful talks, and participants will be invited to give a 5 minute teaching to a portion of the overall group. This workshop is offered by donation.
About the speaker: Ayyā Dhammadīpā, the founder of Dassanāya Buddhist Community, has been practicing Buddhism since 1987. She is a fully ordained bhikkhuni in the Theravāda tradition, and a Dharma Transmitted teacher in the Suzuki Roshi lineage of Soto Zen. In addition to English, Ayyā teaches in Spanish, an expression of her Latin heritage. She is an author whose work has appeared in the Buddhist publications "Lion's Roar" and the "Buddhadharma" magazine. Her recent book is titled, "Gifts Greater Than the Oceans: Benefits of the Buddhist Practice of Giving." Ayyā is the mother of a lovely adult daughter, and enjoys sewing and watercolor painting. She serves as the Vice President of the SZBA Board of Directors. Registration information: The SZBA relies on the generosity of its donors to support its mission and programs like these. We suggest a donation of $35 and deeply appreciate any amount you are able to give. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. You will receive Zoom information once you register and closed captioning will be available. Please contact Anna (Operations Manager) at info@szba.org with any questions, concerns or access needs.
