# Event Details - **Event Name**: 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+08:00) - **Event Description**: 1-day Meditation Workshop by Gilbert Gutierrez : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-VipassanaAbout this Event1-Day Meditation Workshop led by Gilbert GutierrezSat 3 Oct 2026 | 9 am - 5 pm SGTSilent Illumination vs. Samatha-VipassanaTheravada practitioners are deeply familiar with separating meditation into Samatha (tranquility/concentration) and Vipassana (insight). In this workshop, Gilbert will introduce Silent Illumination as the simultaneous cultivation of both.About Chan Master Gilbert GutierrezGilbert Gutierrez has over 50 years of meditation experience, which includes his study of various martial arts as well as Qigong. In 2002, he received Dharma Transmission from Master Sheng Yen, making him the only western lineage holder currently residing in the United States. Based in Southern California, he offers weekly teachings on Zoom and YouTube and conducts retreats in Asia, Melbourne, UK, Switzerland, Estonia, US and Russia (online). https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/286aa970-a7a4-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w523-h740-dc282828-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/singapore/1-day-meditation-workshop-silent-illumination-vs-samatha-vipassana/100001997327740037 - **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, Workshops, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: Buddhist Fellowship - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 21.92, max: 42.75, currency: SGD ## Event venue details - **city**: Singapore - **state**: SG - **country**: Singapore - **location**: Buddhist Fellowship - **lat**: 1.3153247 - **long**: 103.8596181 - **full address**: Buddhist Fellowship, 310 Lavender Street, Singapore, Singapore ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a19c43b627e971cd12ecd0607de0b06b2abef57132d767f70e97bb797cb4ccc4-rimg-w794-h1123-dc282828-gmir.jpg?v=1787269589 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana being held? - **A:** 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Buddhist Fellowship, 310 Lavender Street, Singapore, Singapore. - **Q**: Who is organizing 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana? - **A:** 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana is organized by Buddhist Fellowship. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 1-Day Meditation Workshop : Silent Illumination vs Samatha-Vipassana is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Singapore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Our membership consists of like-minded Buddhists from various traditions who share the Buddha Dhamma to promote the path of higher happiness and spiritual fellowship.DHAMMARecognising how the world has changed and yet the Dhamma remains relevant, Buddhist Fellowship strives to ensure that the Dhamma is propagated in contemporary language and forms.COMMUNITYBuddhist Fellowship prides itself in being an organisation that dares to be different, embarking on new, revoluntionary projects and activities that benefit the community and constantly striving to meet the needs of its members.LEADERSHIPRecognising the need to start Dhamma education from young, Buddhist Fellowship has three programs to cater from pre-school to 25 years. The programs are led by Exco members and volunteers.CONTACT US1. Buddhist Fellowship West Centre (main centre)2 Telok Blangah Street 31#02-00 Yeo's BuildingSingapore 108942Email: info@buddhistfellowship.org | Tel: +65 6278 0900 | Fax: +65 6278 0102Office Opening Hours:Mon: closedTue-Fri: 11 am to 7 pmSat-Sun: 10 am to 5.00 pm2. Buddhist Fellowship East Centre @ Mitra160 Paya Lebar Road#08-03 Orion BuildingSingapore 409022BF East Centre is open whenever there is program in session.IMPORTANT:Buddhist Fellowship uses Eventbrite portal to manage registrations. Whilst all events are listed as \"free\" in Eventbrite, please refer to program description to check whether a program/course/class is payable or free." } ] } ] ```