A reading and discussion on the meaning of the Parable of the Raft. The importance of various aspects of the teaching, such as the five spiritual faculties and the parami, is described. Hindrances are discussed, how to deal with them and then what meditation is like when they have been set aside. Finally, on the realisation of enlightenment, how the dhamma and meditation are no longer needed.

Paul Harris is the Spiritual Head and principal meditation teacher at the House of Inner Tranquillity.

 

 This talk was given on 1st June 2022