Announcement

While we are not able to meet in-person on Wednesday nights, we will be having an online class on Zoom on two Wednesdays each month. Katrin Micklitz and Peter Doobinin will take turns in leading the online class on Wednesdays.

The sitting begins at 19:15 (CET) and goes until 20:45 (CET). To receive the Zoom link send a message to micklitz@katrinmicklitz.de.

The class includes guided meditation, teaching, and time for discussion.

Please note that classes are taught in English.

There is no charge. You will be able to make a donation (dana).
Information about making a donation will be given at the class.


Here are the dates for the first 6 months of 2021 (please note that Peter will teach all classes until summer):

7 Apr (Peter)
21 Apr (Peter)
5 May (Peter)
19 May (Peter)
2 Jun (Peter)
16 Jun (Peter) 
 
 
We look forward to seeing you online!

Wednesday Night Meditation in Mitte

Auguststrasse 65, Berlin
​19:15 - 20:45
This weekly, drop-in sitting includes meditation and discussion. The sitting provides an opportunity for new and experienced meditators to practice together and develop their skill in insight meditation.
All are welcome!
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About Berlin Dharma
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Berlin Dharma offers programs in insight meditation.  Our programs are English-speaking.  Wednesday Night Meditation is a weekly sitting, held in Mitte, led by Katrin Micklitz.
Berlin Dharma was founded in 2018 by Peter Doobinin.  When Peter returned to live in the US, he asked Katrin to lead the group.  Katrin is an experienced mindfulness teacher and well-versed in leading groups.  She has a dedication to meditation practice and love for the dharma.  She's grateful to have the opportunity to guide Berlin Dharma and offer the teachings of the Buddha to people in Berlin. 

Peter Doobinin founded Berlin Dharma after teaching insight meditation in New York City for more than 20 years.  In addition to Berlin Dharma, he is a founder of New York Insight and Downtown Meditation Community.  Although no longer a permanent resident of Berlin, he hopes to continue to visit Germany and teach dharma classes and retreats.  He also provides online programs and individual instruction through The Dharma Student Project.  He is the author of The Skill of Living.


About Insight Meditation
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The heart of insight meditation is the practice of mindfulness, as explicated in the Buddha’s teaching on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. Through the practice of mindfulness we learn to cultivate skillful qualities, concentration and discernment.

The insight meditation teachings come from the Theravada tradition. Theravada practice is derived from the core teachings of the Buddha, as found in the Pali Canon, the earliest surviving record of what the Buddha taught. 

It's important to remember that while insight meditation comes from the teachings of the Buddha, the practice is open to all students.  One does not have to identify as Buddhist.  And, in fact, over the years many students from many different religious and spiritual backgrounds have attended the insight meditation classes and been part of the community of practitioners.  All are welcome!
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