Beginner Retreats
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| 2012 | |
| 12 − 17 March |
Guru Yoga Mandala Retreat
In this annual retreat we focus on the preliminary practices of accumulating merit, or positive energy, by making mandala offerings and receiving powerful blessings by engaging in the Guru Yoga practice of Je Tsongkhapa. |
| 13 − 14 April |
Nyungne Purifying Ritual PracticeThis special fasting and purification retreat is performed in conjunction with Eleven-faced Avalokiteshvara- The Buddha of Compassion. It is very powerful for purifying negative karma of body, speech, and mind, and for pacifying strong delusions such as desirous attachment and hatred. It is also a special method for recieving blessings and improving our experience of love, compassion and bodhichitta. *Taking the precepts is required in order to attend any of the sessions. |
| 10 − 13 May |
Away Retreat |
| 25 − 27 May |
Post Festival RetreatFollowing the 2012 NKT International Spring Festival Gen Demo will guide us in a retreat based on the festival empowerment of Green Tara and teachings on Eight Steps to Happiness. |
| 18 − 23 June |
Mahayana Refuge RetreatOn this retreat we have a perfect opportunity to deepen our experience of refuge. When we practice refuge we are entering the Buddhist path to liberation and enlightenment. |
