07 | Meditative stability (Samadhi)

Samadhi, or meditative stability in Sanskrit, and how it relates to the practice of tranquility meditation called shamatha. Lama Zopa guides an experiential practice grounded in shamatha (English: tranquility, or calm abiding). EPISODE CONTENTS 00:37 Teaching by Lama Yeshe 20:00 Conversation with Lama Yeshe and Tania Israel 36:52 Song: Oh Shamatha (to the tune of Shenandoah), lyrics by Tania Israel, vocals by Heather Stevenson 39:12 Guided meditation by Lama Zopa PRAJNA SPARKS follows the lunar calendar. Look for new episodes on full moon days. Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa offer individual spiritual counsel on formal Buddhist practice as well as innovative ways to integrate Buddhist perspective into your everyday life. Online booking with immediate confirmation. EMAIL US [email protected] FIND US https://www.prajnafire.com/sparks @prajnasparks on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter   Sing-a-long with us on YouTube Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa (www.prajnafire.com) Tania Israel (www.taniaisrael.com) Heather Stevenson (www.heatherstevenson.com) Shivnee Ratna, Tibetan singing bowls (www.shivgauree.com)