Tonight in addition to our regular meditation session, we will have a ceremony of the Five Bodhisattva Precepts.

Join us and reconnect with your own vows for living a wise and compassionate life. The Precepts aid us in awakening Bodhicitta and invite us to appreciate our lives, recognize interconnection and to practice mindfulness and understanding.

The Five Precepts are:

I vow not to kill, but to cherish all life.

I vow not to steal, but to respect the belongings of others.

I vow not to misuse drugs or alcohol, but to keep the heart-mind clear.

I vow not to lie, but to speak the truth.

I vow not to misuse sexual energy, but to be honest and respectful in my relationships.

Opportunities to study and engage with the precepts happen from time to time at Mud Lotus, if you are interested in learning more—feel free to contact us!