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SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice
DESCRIPTION:Ngondro means preliminary. This set of 3-5 practices is traditionally accomplished before one begins training in the more subtle practices of the Tantras\, Mahamudra\, or Dzogchen. While referred to as preliminary many masters have stated that Ngondro is a complete method by which one can attain enlightenment. \nOn Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. we will meet to discuss and practice the preliminaries (ngondro). All current ngondro practitioners\, regardless of the lineage you follow and version of the practice that you engage in are welcome. \nSessions will be divided into a period of discussion followed by a period of practice. Participants may practice whichever section of ngondro they are currently accumulating. Whether you are just starting your practice\, or anywhere in the midst of the process please join us for support\, encouragement and group practice. \nIf you would like to practice ngondro\, but have not received instruction\, please send an email: admin@gardrolmacourses.com to arrange a time for an individual introduction to and instructions for beginning the practice. \nThese practices are powerful and efficient methods for accumulating merit and purifying obscurations. Practically\, these trainings help develop positive\, virtuous qualities\, weaken and diminish obscurations and negative qualities\, and render the practitioner receptive to more subtle teachings.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/ngondro-practice/2022-10-20/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buddha Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:In this practice one visualizes Amitabha and his retinue and recites his six  syllable mantra. Through this practice we purify our obscurations and accumulate merit and wisdom while cultivating the causes for rebirth in Dewachen\, Amitabha’s pureland. This is a traditional practice associated with death and dying in many Mahayana and Vajrayana buddhist traditions. \nDuring this event we will offer prayers and the lighting of candles for beings who have recently deceased and for all beings.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/buddha-amitabha-practice-2/2022-10-01/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200413
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SUMMARY:Dzogchen Teachings
DESCRIPTION:Dzogchen Teachings\nDzogchen “Great Completion” teachings directly point out the fundamental nature of mind and present simple methods for increasing the frequency and duration of the recognition of mind’s nature. These are among the most beautiful\, direct and transformative teachings within Tibetan Buddhism. Khenpo Samdup will give teachings based upon a classic Dzogchen text of his choosing and explanations he has received from his own teachers\, including H.E. Garchen Rinpoche\, Khenpo Munsel and H.H. Jigmed Phuntsok Rinpoche. \nSchedule \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued \nSunday\, April 12\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2020 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo. \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/dzogchen-teachings/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T190000
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SUMMARY:Shamata Meditation Practice Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Shamata Meditation Practice Retreat\nThis retreat will be focused on intensive practice of the fundamental meditation techniques of Shamata (calm abiding) meditation. You will learn a number of simple techniques to gradually bring the mind to rest on a single object. This prepares the mind for deity practices and brings a host of benefits to daily life. \n Khenpo Samdup will offer basic meditation instructions at the outset of the retreat. During the retreat there will be minimal teaching\, with most sessions dedicated to practice. Participants will be able to consult with Khenpo Samdup on an individual basis to ask questions and receive personalized guidance. Basic accommodations in the temple will be available on a limited basis. Simple vegetarian meals will be provided. \nSchedule \nFriday\, March 13\, 2020 \n7pm: Introduction \nSaturday\, March 14\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Practice\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Practice Continued \nSunday\, March 15\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Practice\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Practice Continued \n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2020 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/shamata-meditation-practice-retreat/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200217
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SUMMARY:Vajrakilaya Retreat with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche and An-shu Stephen K. Hayes
DESCRIPTION:Friday Feb. 14\, S‌a‌t‌ur‌day Feb. 15 & S‌un‌‌day Feb. 16\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche & An-shu Stephen K. Hayes\nVajrasattva Empowerment and Vajrakilaya Intensive Retreat \n\nImmerse Yourself in a Weekend of Learning & Practice. \nDeepen your understanding of the ‘fiercely compassionate’ Vajrakilaya deity practice and rituals in this unique retreat with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche and An-Shu Stephen K. Hayes. \nThis is a rare opportunity to learn how to tend the shrine and accompany your practice with musical instruments. In addition\, you have the option of chanting the practice in English or Tibetan with An-shu Stephen K. Hayes’ special translation that matches the beats and rhythm of the original Tibetan text. \nPlease see schedule and registration below. \nFees (Students receive a discount)   \nFull Retreat: $50 – $75\nPartial: $20 – $40 (per day) \nRegistration at the door.  \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org or call 937-252-2220 for more information. \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche and Stephen K. Hayes \nThe transformation that occurs when the afflictive emotions are subdued with sharp discriminating awareness is the arising of the wrathful deities…The wrathful deities are infuriated with compassion. They are not angry. They are like a mother taming a mischievous child…Their compassion is even more intense than the compassion of peaceful deities.\n– H. E. Garchen Rinpoche \nSchedule:\nFriday February 14 : Vajrasattva Empowerment\n‌7:00 – 9pm‌ \nVajrasattva is the Buddha of Purification. He embodies the wisdom of the five Dhyani buddhas and our own kind gurus. Vajrakilaya is his wrathful emanation. The practice of Vajrasattva and 100\,000 recitations of his 100-syllable mantra is one of our four foundation practices.  The 100 syllables of his mantra encompass the heart syllables of the 100 Peaceful & Wrathful Deities and the practice of Vajrasattva enables the realization of our full spiritual potential by purifying our negative karma.   \nVajrasattva is radiant white in color. His right hand holds a dorje (or vajra) at his heart which symbolizes his skillful means and compassion. His left holds a bell at his hip signifying wisdom. Together\, they symbolize the union of wisdom and compassion. \n‌Sa‌tur‌day February 15 \n‌9:3‌0am – 12‌pm‌  Khenpo Samdup teaches and guides us through this morning’s Vajrakilaya practice. \n‌12‌pm – 1:‌30p‌m‌    Lunch is provided for all! \n‌1:‌30 – 4:30pm‌ \n‌Su‌nd‌ay February 16 \n9:30am – 1‌2pm    Khenpo Samdup and An-shu Stephen K. Hayes continue their Vajrakilaya teachings. \n‌1‌2pm – 1‌:3‌0pm‌    Lunch is provided for all! \n‌1:‌30p‌m – 3:30p‌m The retreat closes with Vajrakilaya practice along with the complete Tsok offering. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/vajrakilaya-retreat-with-khenpo-samdup-rinpoche-stephen-k-hayes/2020-02-16/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200210
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SUMMARY:Phowa and Bardo Teachings: The Great Drikung Phowa
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Great Drikung Phowa is highly revered in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The Phowa is a special practice that we do for ourselves and others at the time of death.  It is intended to help us be reborn in Amitabha Pureland where we meet with optimum conditions to complete our path to enlightenment. \nKhenpo Samdup will offer the transmission of the Great Drikung Phowa that gives you permission to engage in this practice. In addition\, he will give Bardo Teachings that provide insight into what we can expect at the time of death. Khenpo Samdup has said it is a requirement to have the Phowa transmission to participate in our monthly Phowa practice. \nSchedule \nSaturday\, Feb. 8\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Practice\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Practice Continued \nSunday\, Feb. 9\, 2020 \n10:00 – Noon: Practice\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Practice Continued \n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/phowa-and-bardo-teachings-the-great-drikung-phowa/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200203
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SUMMARY:Winter Renewal Retreat in Wellington\, Florida
DESCRIPTION:Deepen Your Meditation Practice; Refresh Your Mind & Practice\nHow often have you made a New Year’s resolution to deepen your meditation practice and strengthen the resolve to live a life with kindness\, love and compassion? \nCome to Wellington Florida for a mid-winter renewal retreat. Refresh your mind and practice\, and even set positive intentions for the New Year. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will be joining us to share profound instructions and maybe even guide us in yoga practice. Spend time in formal sitting meditation practice\, instruction\, ceremony and quiet time by the pool or mindful walks on the beach. \n\nWe will be staying in a beautiful house by a lake\, minutes from the beach and lush Florida parks. \nStart the new year with a deepening contact with your – body\, sensations\, perceptions\, feelings and mental activity with the aid of mindfulness\, insight and the altruistic mind of Bodhicitta. \nSchedule: \nThursday January 30th  Arrival \nWelcome dinner\, Orientation and Achi Chokyi Drolma practice will start at 6PM. \nFriday January 31th\nA day of meditation practice & instruction by Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche. Breakfast\, Lunch and Dinner will be served. \nSaturday February 1st   \nA day of meditation practice & instruction by Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche. Breakfast\, Lunch and Dinner will be served. \nSunday February 2nd\nAfter Breakfast we will begin with a morning of practice followed by Lunch and Dakini Tsok.\nThe retreat will end at 3PM but anyone wishing to stay is welcome. For those who can continue to stay on Sunday we will have dinner and a sunset practice.  Monday February 3rd will have breakfast & morning practice. \nAs this is a commitment retreat\, Khenpo has requested that those participating will attend from Thursday January 30th 6PM thru Sunday February 2nd\, 3PM. \nACCOMODATIONS & COSTS:\nResidential:\n$335.00 per person includes lodging at the house\, local transportation\, retreat & meals\nCommuting:\n$225.00 per person\, includes retreat & meals \nThere is limited space available.. For more information contact: info@gardrolma.org or  513-604-3723
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/mid-winter-renewal-retreat-in-wellington-florida/
LOCATION:Wellington Home\, 12233 Sunset Point Circle\, Wellington\, FL\, 33414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200106
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SUMMARY:White Tara Long-Life Practice
DESCRIPTION:White Tara Long-Life Practice\nHonoring H.E. Garchen Rinpoche\nLed by Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche \nWhite Tara is the female buddha of long life whose practice can help us benefit as many beings as possible. Please join us for two days of auspicious White Tara practice honoring our beloved teacher\, H.E. Garchen Rinpoche. To express our heartfelt appreciation\, gratitude and love\, Khenpo Samdup will lead us in White Tara mantra recitation and practice each day. Our practices will be part of a broader initiative by the international sangha to honor the long-life of our precious\, masterful guide on the Buddhist path. This includes Garchen Institute’s Long-Life Ceremony the same weekend. Your mantra accumulation totals can be submitted to the Garchen Institute website at https://garchen.net. \nPlease feel free to stop by the center for whatever time you have available to share in the White Tara mantra accumulation! \nSchedule \nSaturday\, January 4\, 2020 and Sunday January 5\, 2020 \n10:00 am—Noon White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation \nNoon—1:30 pm Lunch at the Center \n1:30 pm—3:00 pm White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation continues \n3:30 pm—5:00 pm White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation continues \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2020 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/white-tara-long-life-practice/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T143000
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Practice and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:New Year Day Practice & Potluck\nGet 2020 off to a joyful start with your Dharma friends. We’re coming together to share in practice\, good food and friendship. Khenpo Samdup will start the day leading us in three dharma practices that are an auspicious beginning to the New Year. First we will engage in the practice and Smoke Offering of the Drikung Dharma Protectoress\, Achi Chokyi Drolma. Then we will do the Guru Rinpoche practice of Padmasambhava and conclude with the White Dzambhala wealth deity practice to ensure the prosperity of practitioners. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share in our Potluck Lunch. \nDuring lunch Khenpo will also share a slide show of his recent pilgrimage and teachings in Asia and India. Don’t miss this time together in community and learning about many of the Buddhist holy sites.  \nSchedule:   \nPractice: 10:30am-12:00pm \nPotluck Lunch will follow at 12:30pm \nThere is no charge to attend this event. \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/new-years-day-practice-potluck/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191230
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SUMMARY:Heart Sutra
DESCRIPTION:Heart Sutra\nThe Heart Sutra is the most frequently used and recited text in Mahayana Buddhism in countries throughout Asia. It is a condensation of the Perfection of Wisdom (or Projnaparamita Sutras) from the Buddha’s second turning of the wheel of dharma. Through the words of the Buddha of Compassion\, Avalokiteshvara (Tib: Chenrezig)\, we are introduced to a description of the nature of reality that cuts through our usual conceptual framework. Ultimately\, it is a roadmap to realizing the wisdom aspect of enlightenment\, frequently described as the union of wisdom and compassion—and embodied by Avalokiteshvara. \nSchedule \nSaturday\, December 28\, 2019 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued \nSunday\, December 29\, 2019 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2020 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/heart-sutra/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T140000
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion following Phowa Practice
DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing Mind Beyond Death by Dzogchen Ponlop after our monthly Phowa practice to gain deeper insight into the human experience at death and beyond. Our mo‌n‌t‌h‌ly Great Drikung Phowa Chenmo practice will continue every ‌th‌ir‌d S‌un‌‌day from no‌on—1:00 p.m‌. with the book discussion running from 1‌:00—2‌:00 p.m.‌ \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche has requested that only those who have received the Phowa transmission from a teacher attend this special practice. However\, the book discussion is open to all who wish to attend. Mind Beyond Death will be available in our bookstore. \n  \nOptions for those who have not yet received the Phowa transmission. \nThis popular practice helps assure a more positive rebirth\, or possibly even attainment of Amitabha Pureland\, at the time of death. If you are interested in this practice\, but do not have the transmission yet\, here’s what you can do now: \n\nContact us at info@gardrolma.org to meet with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche to receive the instructions when possible or sign up for the next Phowa retreat held at Gar Drolma. You will be notified when it occurs.\nAttend our monthly Amitabha practice ‌the first S‌un‌day ‌of every month from no‌on—1:‌00 p.m‌.\nSubmit names to be added to our book of those remembered at our monthly Amitabha & Phowa practices. Merit of these practices will be dedicated in their honor.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/book-discussion-following-phowa-practice/2019-12-15/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T141730Z
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SUMMARY:Buddha Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:1st Sunday of the each month \nIn this practice one visualizes Amitabha and his retinue and recites his six syllable mantra. Through this practice we purify our obscurations and accumulate merit and wisdom while cultivating the causes for rebirth in Dewachen\, Amitabha’s pureland. \nThis is a traditional practice associated with death and dying in many Mahayana and Vajrayana buddhist traditions. \nDuring this event we will offer prayers and the lighting of candles for beings who have recently deceased and for all beings.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/buddha-amitabha-practice/2019-12-01/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
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SUMMARY:A Positive Practice for Those Who Are Dying: The Great Drikung Phowa
DESCRIPTION:A Positive Practice for Those Who Are Dying: The Great Drikung Phowa\nWhat can we do for others or ourselves at the time of death? This month\, Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche gives the transmission and instructions for the highly-revered Great Drikung Phowa—a practice that helps ensure a more positive rebirth\, or possibly even attainment of Amitabha Pureland for ourselves and others. \nIn addition\, Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will give instruction on the intermediate states or Bardos. These teachings explain how to utilize all phases of our life\, including waking consciousness\, dreaming as we sleep\, and the period after our death to make progress on the path to enlightenment. \nSchedule\nSunday\, September 15\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nGreat Drikung Phowa Teachings & Practice \nAmitabha & “Burning Away Afflictions”(Jangchog) : Time TBA \n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day\nStudents: $12 per day \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/a-positive-practice-for-those-who-are-dying-the-great-drikung-phowa/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181206T223058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T221109Z
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SUMMARY:Purify Negativities and Open Your Heart to Compassion: Chenrezig and the Practice of Nyinge
DESCRIPTION:Purify Negativities and Open Your Heart to Compassion : Chenrezig and the Practice of Nyinge\nSept 14\, 2019 \nNyinge is a practice of Chenrezig\, the Buddha of Compassion\, and is considered extremely powerful for healing illness and purifying negative karma.  Centuries ago\, the nun Bhikshuni Palmo originated this practice through which she was healed from leprosy and gained the realizations of a bodhisattva. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will begin this retreat with the reading transmission and practical instructions. Then\, we will engage in the Nyinge practice by observing the 8 precepts and taking no food after noon while visualizing Chenrezig and reciting mantra. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day\nStudents: $12 per day \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSchedule \nChenrezig and the Practice of Nyingne \nSunday\, September 14\n10:00 – noon\nLunch 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm*\n1:30 pm – 4:30 pm \n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level.  Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/purify-negativities-open-your-heart-to-compassion-date-tba/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190812
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T150521Z
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SUMMARY:Remove Obstacles Through a Profound Prayer: The Seven Supplications to Tara
DESCRIPTION:Remove Obstacles Through a Profound Prayer : The Seven Supplications to Tara\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will teach from the prayer\, The Seven Supplications to Tara by Lord Jigten Sumgon\, the founder of the Drikung Kagyu lineage. This beautiful prayer presents the main points of the Buddhist Path in the context of a devotional prayer to Tara\, the feminine Buddha of Protection. It exhorts Tara to help those with seven specific mental obscurations that are obstructions to reaching their full potential on the path. \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will base his explanation on the commentary he wrote and published which also presents the view of Mahamudra in detail. \nSchedule \nSaturday\, August 10 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued \nSunday\, August 11 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/remove-obstacles-through-a-profound-prayer-the-seven-supplications-to-tara/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190729
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T223333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T150340Z
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SUMMARY:A Brief and Complete Guide to Practicing the Buddhist Path: The Four Dharmas of Gampopa
DESCRIPTION:A Brief and Complete Guide to Practicing the Buddhist Path: The Four Dharmas of Gampopa\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will present teachings on The Four Dharmas of Gampopa. This text presents the key points of the Buddhist Path in four sentences. Khenpo will base his explanation on a short commentary that he has written and published.  To help us understand the underlying meaning of each statement\, Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will present teachings from his commentary\, Clarifying the Four Dharmas of Gampopa. \nAdditionally\, Khenpo will offer instruction in Mahamudra meditation. These teachings introduce the fundamental nature of mind and present a variety of techniques for accessing it in meditation. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, July 27 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued \nSunday\, July 28 \n10:00 – Noon: Teachings\nNoon – 1:30pm: Lunch *\n1:30pm – 4:30pm: Teachings Continued\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/7601/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T201855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T190040Z
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SUMMARY:Perfect Your Wisdom: Manjushri\, the Buddha of Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Perfect Your Wisdom: Manjushri\, the Buddha of Wisdom\nThis month\, Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will give the reading transmission and practice instructions for Manjushri\, the Buddha of Wisdom. He holds in his right hand the Sword of Wisdom cutting through veils of illusion and in his left\, a blue lotus with the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra.  Through visualization\, mantra repetition\, and meditation this practice enables one to give rise to one’s innate wisdom mind. Manjushri mantra recitation is a prerequisite for participating in the Garchen Institute Yamantaka Retreat.\n\nKhenpo will give experiential instruction in Insight Meditation (Vipashana). This practice of contemplation cultivates wisdom through examining the nature of mind and phenomena.\n\nSchedule\n\nSunday\, June 9\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nManjushri Teachings & Practice\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community.\n\nRetreat Fees\n\nRetreat Fee: $25 per day\nStudents: $12 per day\n\nRegistration is at the door.\n\nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information.\n\nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/perfect-your-wisdom-manjushri-the-buddha-of-wisdom/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T222710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T142803Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Celebration at the Farm: Achi Chokyi Drolma Smoke Offering and Group Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Summer Celebration at the Farm : Achi Chokyi Drolma Smoke Offering and Group Picnic\nEveryone is invited to Bob & Deb Jackson’s beautiful farm in Loveland for a joyful celebration. It’s a chance to relax with our friends\, eat good food (please bring your favorite vegetarian dish) and engage in practice. Those of you who attend our Sunday meditation practice are familiar with the practice of Achi Chokyi Drolma\, the protectoress of the Buddhadharma and the Drikung lineage. The smoke offering is a way to promote the success of our practice while enhancing our merit. \nThis event will NOT be streamed. \nFor planning purposes\, please RSVP by Monday\, June 3  at info@gardrolma.org with the number of people attending and let us know the dish you will bring to share. \nPlease bring a blanket\, yoga mat or seating you want for the smoke offering. Wear comfortable shoes for walking on grass.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/summer-celebration-at-the-farm/
LOCATION:Jackson Farm\, 10655 Harrison Raod\, Loveland\, OH\, 45140\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20190219T194528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190323T155001Z
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion (no Phowa Practice this week - note time change)
DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing Mind Beyond Death by Dzogchen Ponlop to gain deeper insight into the human experience at death and beyond. Our mo‌n‌t‌h‌ly Great Drikung Phowa Chenmo practice will continue every ‌th‌ir‌d S‌un‌‌day from no‌on—1:00 p.m‌. with the book discussion running from 1‌:00—2‌:00 p.m.‌ \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche has requested that only those who have received the Phowa transmission from a teacher attend this special practice. However\, the book discussion is open to all who wish to attend. Mind Beyond Death will be available in our bookstore. \n  \nOptions for those who have not yet received the Phowa transmission. \nThis popular practice helps assure a more positive rebirth\, or possibly even attainment of Amitabha Pureland\, at the time of death. If you are interested in this practice\, but do not have the transmission yet\, here’s what you can do now: \n\nContact us at info@gardrolma.org to meet with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche to receive the instructions when possible or sign up for the next Phowa retreat held at Gar Drolma. You will be notified when it occurs.\nAttend our monthly Amitabha practice ‌the first S‌un‌day ‌of every month from no‌on—1:‌00 p.m‌.\nSubmit names to be added to our book of those remembered at our monthly Amitabha & Phowa practices. Merit of these practices will be dedicated in their honor.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/book-discussion-following-phowa-practice-2019-04-14/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181008T153124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190225T155416Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Relaxing into simplicity using sound\, energy\, breath and mind\nPresenter: Robert L. Leach\nCo-presenter: Thomas Marcey\n \nSaturday\, April 6\, 2019\, 10:30 AM – 12:30PM\nLocation: Gar Drolma Buddhist Learning and Meditation Center \nEight unique traditional meditation practices and techniques that can have profound liberating effects for anyone suffering from the pressures\, speed\, meaninglessness\, and uncertainties often associated with living in a modern world. \nThe eight practices that will be presented:\n·        Hearing the Bell\n·        Zazen\n·        Mixing mind with space\n·        Meditation of nondoing\n·        Sky gazing meditation\n·        Sounding “A”\n·        Sounding “HA”\n·        Gurdjieff energy posture \nSuggested donation $25-35.  
All donations go to the operation of Gar Drolma Buddhist Learning & Meditation Center. All are welcome to join the retreat no one is turned away for lack of funds. Please call us at (937) 252-2220 or email info@gardrolma.org. \nPresenter Bio:\nRobert L. Leach is a native of Dayton\, Ohio and a graduate of the University of Vermont\, with a degree in Behavioral Science.  An early interest in higher consciousness and meditation eventuated in 1973 in an interview with\, and instruction in zazen from\, Roshi Philip Kapleau\, founder of the Zen Center in Rochester\, New York. Robert received his first Tibetan Buddhist teaching and transmission in 1987 at the Claymont Society in Charlestown\, West Virginia. Robert shares in his workshops techniques gleaned from over forty-five years of involvement in Zen\, the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff\, and especially Tibetan Buddhism. \nResources\nThe Three Pillars of Zen\, Roshi Philip Kapleau\, Anchor Books\, 1989 \nLearning Buddhism by the Venerable Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche; Printed at Chaman Enterprises 1063\, Pataudi House\, Darya Ganj\, New Delhi\, India [Available Here] \nStages of Meditation:Awakening the Mind by the Venerable Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche; Printed at Chaman Enterprises 1063\, Pataudi House\, Darya Ganj\, New Delhi\, India [Available Here] \nBeing Right Here: A Dzogchen Treasure Text of Nuden Dorje Entitled The Mirror of Clear Meaning by James Low (Snow Lion Publications) http://www.simplybeing.co.uk \nTranscript: Gutenstein Retreat\, Austria 15‐17 May 2009\nTranscript: Cutting Free Without Losing Anything\, James Low\, Berlin\, Germany\, 7-8 May\, 2011\n(Available in archives at http://www.simplybeing.co.uk) \nDzogchen introduction by James Low. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wfxx-1uiXk \nPresenter’s Teachers and Teaching Locations:\nRoshi Philip Kapleau\nZen Center\nRochester\, New York \nRoshi Bhodin Kjolhede\nZen Center\nRochester\, New York \nIrmis B. Popoff\n(Work of G. I. Gurdjieff\, P.D. Ouspensky\, and J. G. Bennett)\nPinnacle Group\nSea Cliff\, Long Island \n \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/meditation-workshop/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190401
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T195928Z
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SUMMARY:Understand Your Own True Nature: Vajrayogini
DESCRIPTION:Understand Your Own True Nature: Vajrayogini\nThe practice of Vajrayogini is a profound\, powerful means to achieve a deeper understanding of the true nature of phenomena. Her unique appearance\, ornaments and implements symbolize various aspects of achieving the wisdom mind\, including cutting through afflictive emotions and discursive thoughts as we gain insight into our ultimate nature.   \nVajrayogini represents the wisdom nature of mind and she appears in many forms\, including Achi Chokyi Drolma\, our tradition’s protectress. Her practice is taught to be a quick method of attaining enlightenment for the benefit of others. Achi Chokyi Drolma is the protectoress of the Drikung Kagyu lineage and grandmother of its founder\, Lord Jigten Sumgon. Her birth was prophesized in the Chakrasamvara tantra which stated\, “The head of the Karma Dakinis will come to the area of Tidro cave in Drikung. This will be a Nirmanakaya manifestation of Vajrayogini.” She vowed to protect the teachings of the Buddha and swiftly accomplishes the removal of obstacles for practitioners.  \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will be offering teachings and practice instructions for this popular tantric practice that is one of the principal practices to be completed during 3-year retreats. \nSchedule \nFriday\, March 29\, 7:00 – 9:00pm\nAchi Chokyi Drolma Empowerment\nSaturday\, March 30\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nVajrayogini Teachings & Practice\nSunday\, March 31\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nVajrayogini Teachings & Practice\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/understand-your-own-true-nature-vajrayogini/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20180907T161339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T194208Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Phowa Practice
DESCRIPTION:Introducing monthly Phowa practice at Gar Drolma\, starting Sunday\, September 23rd.\nFor the first time\, Gar Drolma will offer a monthly Great Drikung Phowa Chenmo practice\, every third Sunday from noon—1:00 p.m. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche has requested that only those who have received the Phowa transmission from a teacher attend this special practice. \nOptions for those who have not yet received the Phowa transmission:\nThis popular practice helps assure a more positive rebirth\, or possibly even attainment of Amitabha Pureland\, at the time of death. If you are interested in this practice\, but do not have the transmission yet\, here’s what you can do now: \n\nContact us at info@gardrolma.org to meet with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche to receive the instructions when possible or sign up for the next Phowa retreat held at Gar Drolma. You will be notified when it occurs.\n Attend our monthly Amitabha practice the first Sunday of every month from noon—1:00 p.m. (However in October only\, it will be the second Sunday\, October 14.)\nSubmit names to be added to our book of those remembered at our monthly Amitabha & Phowa practices. Merit of these practices will be dedicated in their honor.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/monthly-phowa-practice/2019-03-17/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190311
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T194930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T193759Z
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SUMMARY:The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva (Part 2) & Guidance in Calm Abiding Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva (Part 2) & Guidance in Calm Abiding Meditation\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will continue his teachings on The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva. \nAdditionally\, he will offer instruction and guidance in the practice of Calm Abiding Meditation (Shamata). This foundational practice allows us to bring mind to rest in a state of tranquility and ease\, making all subsequent practices easier and more effective. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, March 9\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nThe 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva\nSunday\, March 10\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nThe 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/the-37-practices-of-a-bodhisattva-guidance-in-calm-abiding-meditation/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190303T150000
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SUMMARY:Buddha Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:1st Sunday of the each month \nIn this practice one visualizes Amitabha and his retinue and recites his six syllable mantra. Through this practice we purify our obscurations and accumulate merit and wisdom while cultivating the causes for rebirth in Dewachen\, Amitabha’s pureland. \nThis is a traditional practice associated with death and dying in many Mahayana and Vajrayana buddhist traditions. \nDuring this event we will offer prayers and the lighting of candles for beings who have recently deceased and for all beings.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/buddha-amitabha-practice-2019-03-03/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190304
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
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SUMMARY:37 Practices of a Bodhisattva  (Part 1) & How to Develop the Heart of Ultimate Compassion
DESCRIPTION:The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva (Part One) & How to Develop the Heart of Ultimate Compassion\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will teach from the beloved text\, The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva\, illustrating acts of ultimate compassion (or bodhicitta). Garchen Rinpoche has said these practices reflect the entire Buddhist path and recommends that we read\, contemplate and practice this text daily. \nAdditionally\, Khenpo will give instruction in and lead the practice of Chenrezig\, the Buddha of Compassion. This practice cultivates wisdom and compassion through visualization\, mantra recitation\, and meditation. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, March 2 \, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nThe 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva\nSunday\, March 3\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-3:00pm\nThe 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community.\nSunday\, March 3\, 3:00 – 4:00pm Buddha Amitabha Practice with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/how-to-develop-the-heart-of-ultimate-compassion/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20160705T215909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T201908Z
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SUMMARY:Buddha Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:1st Sunday of the each month \nIn this practice one visualizes Amitabha and his retinue and recites his six syllable mantra. Through this practice we purify our obscurations and accumulate merit and wisdom while cultivating the causes for rebirth in Dewachen\, Amitabha’s pureland. \nThis is a traditional practice associated with death and dying in many Mahayana and Vajrayana buddhist traditions. \nDuring this event we will offer prayers and the lighting of candles for beings who have recently deceased and for all beings.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/buddha-amitabha-practice-2019-01-06/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190107
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181126T190830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T150728Z
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SUMMARY:Preliminary Practices (Ngondro)by Garchen Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Preliminary Practices (Ngondro) of  The Profound Five-fold Path of Mahamudra composed by Garchen Rinpoche\nKhenpo will give the transmission and instructions for the preliminary practices (ngondro) of the Five-fold Mahamudra composed by Garchen Rinpoche. Engaging in this suite of practices purifies the mind of negativity and gathers the accumulations of merit and wisdom. This purification process creates receptivity to the more subtle methods of Mahamudra and Dzogchen. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, Jan. 5\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nNgondro Teachings & Practice\nSunday\, Jan. 6\, 10:00-noon  Lunch 12:00-1:30*\, 1:30-4:30pm\nNgondro Teachings & Practice\n*Lunch is included and will be served in the lower level. Join us for a beautiful meal with the community. \nRetreat Fees \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $20 for weekend \nRegistration is at the door. \nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information. \nSee all 2019 Gar Drolma Events with Khenpo.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/preliminary-practices-ngondroby-garchen-rinpoche/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181229
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181231
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181207T160139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181208T152705Z
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SUMMARY:Two Days of Long-Life Practices Honoring H.E. Garchen Rinpoche  Led by Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Please join Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche Saturday December 29th & Sunday December 30th\, for two days of auspicious long-life practices honoring our beloved teacher\, H.E. Garchen Rinpoche. To express our heartfelt appreciation\, gratitude and love for our center’s root teacher\, Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will lead us in White Tara mantra recitation and practice each day. \nOur practices will be part of a broader initiative by the international sangha to honor the long-life of our precious\, masterful guide on the Buddhist path. This includes Garchen Institute’s Long-Life Ceremony the same weekend. Your mantra accumulation totals can be submitted to the Garchen Institute website at https://garchen.net/ \nNOTE: This event will not be streamed. If you are not local please visit Garchen Buddhist Center website for their Winter Teachings including the Long Life Ceremony for Garchen Rinpoche in Arizona. \nPlease feel free to stop by the center for whatever time you have available to share in the White Tara mantra accumulation! \nSCHEDULE: \nSaturday\, December 29th & Sunday\, December 30th \n10:00 am—Noon White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation \nNoon—1:30 pm Lunch at the Center \n1:30 pm—3:00 pm White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation continues \n3:30 pm—5:00 pm White Tara Mantra Recitation & Accumulation continues
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/two-days-of-long-life-practices-honoring-h-e-garchen-rinpoche-led-by-khenpo-samdup/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:2019 Khenpo Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181111T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181022T150911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T221403Z
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SUMMARY:Vajrakilaya Retreat with Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the weekend retreat of Vajrakilaya\, the wrathful manifestation of Vajrasattva\, the deity of purification.  Dates: Friday Nov. 9\, Saturday Nov. 10 and Sunday Nov. 11\n \nThe transformation that occurs when the afflictive emotions are subdued with sharp discriminating awareness is the arising of the wrathful deities…The wrathful deities are infuriated with compassion. They are not angry. They are like a mother taming a mischievous child…Their compassion is even more intense than the compassion of peaceful deities.  ~ H.E. Garchen Rinpoche ~ \nIn today’s world\, anxieties about our personal life and world conditions can disturb our peace of mind. The practice of Vajrakilaya acts as a powerful means to remove personal inner & outer obstacles to peace\, happiness and enlightenment while promoting the well-being of the world community as a whole. \nEven more auspiciously\, we will be practicing Vajrakilaya simultaneously with our sister sangha\, Garchen Buddhist Institute\, to magnify the impact of our efforts. \nSchedule:\nFriday\, November 9\, 7:00-9:00 p.m.   Vajrakilaya Empowerment \nSaturday\, November 10\, 10:00-noon\, Lunch 12:00 – 1:30*\, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Vajrakilaya Teachings  & Practice  \nSunday\, November 11\, 10:00-noon\, Lunch 12:00 – 1:30*\, 1:30 – 4:30p.m. Vajrakilaya Teachings & Practice \n*Lunch will be served \nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $50 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day $25 for weekend\nRegistration is at the door.\n\nIf you are interested in attending the retreat and need any financial assistance\, we can accommodate your needs. Contact us at info@gardrolma.org for more information.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/vajrakilaya-retreat-with-khenpo-samdup/2018-11-11/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Essence of Mahayana,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181101
DTSTAMP:20260430T151359
CREATED:20181030T142744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T142744Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Halloween!
DESCRIPTION:No events tonight so you can be home to hand out candy 🙂
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/happy-halloween/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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