One of the beautiful things about Spirit Rock—alongside the magnificent land and the palpable energy of thousands who’ve practiced here—is the presence of traditional symbols of awakening throughout the property. We move mindfully past the granite Buddha, the colorful prayer wheel, the thangkas and paintings, and the gracious Quan Yin. These inspire reflection and remind us of our shared path.
Now, I’m excited to share that construction has begun on a long-envisioned addition: a large community stupa in the Spirit Rock meadow.
Stupas are traditional symbols of devotion and meditation, dating back to the time of the Buddha, when stupa mounds were created to honor his ashes. In the centuries since, stupas have been constructed across the Buddhist world to honor his teachings and the teachers who followed him.
A private ceremony in August marked the formal beginning of the project, including the ritual placement of community blessings and golden stones inscribed with Buddha, Dharma, Saṅgha, Mettā, Karuṇā, Muditā, and Upekkhā. We look forward to welcoming you to a public dedication ceremony in spring 2026 once the stupa is finished.
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