Through deity meditation, we gain access to the fundamentally pure qualities of our own inherent Buddha nature--qualities such as loving-kindness, compassion, and wisdom. The most universal deity in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition is Chenrezig, traditionally known as the "Lord of Love" for his supreme compassion toward all living beings. During this weekend, we will go […]
On the third Wednesday of the month it's movie night, when we view films with themes connected to Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhist teachers. Check our Events page for upcoming titles. This month's movie is Baraka This is another film by Ron Fricke, whose film Samsara we viewed last January. Made in 1992 it is not […]
Silent sitting meditation every Wednesday at 7:30, followed by discussion of Karma Kagyu teachings. Basic instruction can be provided. On the third Wednesday of the month it's movie night, when we view films with themes connected to Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhist teachers. Check our Events page for upcoming titles.
Silent sitting meditation every Wednesday at 7:30, followed by discussion of Karma Kagyu teachings. Basic instruction can be provided. On the third Wednesday of the month it's movie night, when we view films with themes connected to Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhist teachers. Check our Events page for upcoming titles.
Expanding the Mind with Deity Visualization: Creation and Completion Practice Another method for developing vipassana or "insight" is through the mental creation of a specific "deity" or ideal form with which you interact through chanting, visualizing, and mantra recitation, followed by the completion stage of the practice, in which the visualization is dissolved, allowing you […]
Silent sitting meditation every Wednesday at 7:30, followed by discussion of Karma Kagyu teachings. Basic instruction can be provided. On the third Wednesday of the month it's movie night, when we view films with themes connected to Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhist teachers. Check our Events page for upcoming titles.
Whether you are interested in meditation as a spiritual path, or simply for its benefits as a way to reduce tension, cope with stress, and gain a more positive outlook, this class will provide everything you need to start and maintain a regular sitting practice. This will be a great opportunity to bring along friends […]