17th – 18th Jan 2025 | By Donation | Lamrim Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 11 Pump Street, Derry / Londonderry (through Garden of Reflection leading to 4th studio on left)
ESSENTIAL PRACTICES OF KADAMPA BUDDHISM
At the heart of Kadampa Buddhism is the practice of Heart Jewel. This chanted prayer practice is simple but profound. For centuries, Kadampa Buddhists have relied upon an unbroken lineage of powerful prayers and meditations designed to quickly increase our compassion and spiritual power, and to connect us to the wisdom and inspiration of the enlightened beings.
Heart Jewel is a method for receiving attainments through the practice of the Guru Yoga of Je Tsongkhapa. It also contains prayers to the Dharma Protector, the wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden, who protects the Kadampa tradition and removes obstacles from our own spiritual practice.
Through practicing Heart Jewel, we learn how to generate the right state of mind with which to meditate successfully. It empowers, purifies and, most importantly, blesses our mind, so that we can meditate at much deeper levels and gain actual experience in meditation.
In this two day retreat, we will learn how to use these chanted prayers as a guided meditation that connects us with our Spiritual Guide and deepens our understanding of the Lamrim (stages of the path) meditations.
During breaks, there is time for walks and for exchanges with other participants.
Everyone is welcome, beginners and experienced meditators alike. No special clothes are required and seating is provided in chairs and meditation cushions.
THE TEACHER
Ian McGlade, a practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism for many years, has a talent for bringing the meditations and practices to life with everyday examples, enthusiasm and inspiration. His talks are relatable, practical and up lifting.
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Friday 17th Jan
Session 1: 9am – 10am
Session 2: 12pm – 1pm
Session 3: 3pm – 4pm
Session 4: 6pm – 7pm
Saturday 18th Jan
Session 1: 9am – 10am
Session 2: 12pm – 1pm
Session 3: 3pm – 4pm
Session 3: 6pm – 7pm
Members can attend our centre classes and retreats online or in person. For more information please see our Membership page.
Ongoing classes can be found at Classes By Location with forthcoming special events at Events and Retreats.
If you need help with your booking feel free to Whatsapp / Phone us on +44 (0) 7848 175 415 or email at info@meditateni.org
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