Dana (Generosity)

Dana is a Pali word meaning generosity or free will offering. As the first of the ten Paramitas (qualities leading to Buddhahood), it is the foundation of the Path. The offering of Dhamma teachings is considered the highest Dana, such teachings are considered beyond price and therefore we do not charge for such teachings. Rather retreatants are encouraged to respond in the spirit of Dana which helps sustain the continuity of teachings at Sunyata. At the end of retreats there is a Dana bowl for teachers.