We examine the centrality of ignorance as a root of suffering and three main inter-related forms of ignorance - (1) Personal and psychological (2) Social and (3) Universal
Recognizing the innate wisdom of women. The story of Inanna's Descent reminds us of the possibility of bringing compassionate presence to all the cycles of life.
The "back-story" to Buddha's teaching metta (goodwill)to a community of monks. A chanting (in English) of the Buddha's instructions. Discussion of objections to metta.
