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SUMMARY:Tsok Offering Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For the Long-life of Garchen Rinpoche\nBhum Tsok Ganachakra Guru Rinpoche Puja is dedicated to the long-life of H.E.Garchen Rinpoche.  Khenpo Tenpa Darje\, throne successor to Khenpo Munsel\, at Chokhot Pemai Thang Monastery\, has kindly advised the offering of Bhum Tsok recitations to invoke the blessings of Guru Rinpoche Padmaambhava. \nBhum Tsok puja is powerful for transforming anger and impure objects in the mind to manifest as purified perception of non-dual\, liberated thought to remove outer\, inner\, and secret obstacles. \nAdditional items of fruit\, flowers\, and small finger foods are welcomed to be placed on the altar and offered to all beings at the conclusion of the four-session puja. \nFour Sessions:\nThursday and Friday\nMay 10 & 11\nMay 17 & 18\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/tsok-offering-ceremony/2018-05-18/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180518T090000
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SUMMARY:Pith Instructions
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 17th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nFriday\, May 18th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(Each day there will be a lunch break from Noon – 2:30pm)\nGarchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel. These teachings will present the experiential understanding of these special instructions that Rinpoche developed over more than 20 years of rigorous practice while in prison. These teachings will include all aspects of the path including various practices of Dzogchen and Mahamudra. \nKhenpo samdup explains the nature of these teachings as follows: \n“It is important to understand the definition of pith instructions. Pith instructions are a very special teaching that is given from the root guru to his close students. These instructions are made up of few words but express a profound meaning and can have an immediate\, transformative effect on the student’s mind. These teachings are not from a story from a 1000 years ago\, they are from the 20th century\, from a person alive today sharing his own direct experience and deep accomplishment. I was encouraged to request these teachings for the benefit of  many students now and in the future. \nAfter receiving these teachings from Garchen Rinpoche\, he will single pointedly bring them all together thru the instruction of Five Fold Path Mahamudra based on Jigten Sumgon’s Song of Realization.\, this will provide a path for students to be able to easily practice these instructions in their daily life.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/pith-instructions-h-e-g-r-s-root-gurus-2/2018-05-18/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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SUMMARY:Tsok Offering Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For the Long-life of Garchen Rinpoche\nBhum Tsok Ganachakra Guru Rinpoche Puja is dedicated to the long-life of H.E.Garchen Rinpoche.  Khenpo Tenpa Darje\, throne successor to Khenpo Munsel\, at Chokhot Pemai Thang Monastery\, has kindly advised the offering of Bhum Tsok recitations to invoke the blessings of Guru Rinpoche Padmaambhava. \nBhum Tsok puja is powerful for transforming anger and impure objects in the mind to manifest as purified perception of non-dual\, liberated thought to remove outer\, inner\, and secret obstacles. \nAdditional items of fruit\, flowers\, and small finger foods are welcomed to be placed on the altar and offered to all beings at the conclusion of the four-session puja. \nFour Sessions:\nThursday and Friday\nMay 10 & 11\nMay 17 & 18\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/tsok-offering-ceremony/2018-05-17/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T193000
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CREATED:20160713T174731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160713T174809Z
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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/2018-05-17/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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SUMMARY:Pith Instructions
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 17th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nFriday\, May 18th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(Each day there will be a lunch break from Noon – 2:30pm)\nGarchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel. These teachings will present the experiential understanding of these special instructions that Rinpoche developed over more than 20 years of rigorous practice while in prison. These teachings will include all aspects of the path including various practices of Dzogchen and Mahamudra. \nKhenpo samdup explains the nature of these teachings as follows: \n“It is important to understand the definition of pith instructions. Pith instructions are a very special teaching that is given from the root guru to his close students. These instructions are made up of few words but express a profound meaning and can have an immediate\, transformative effect on the student’s mind. These teachings are not from a story from a 1000 years ago\, they are from the 20th century\, from a person alive today sharing his own direct experience and deep accomplishment. I was encouraged to request these teachings for the benefit of  many students now and in the future. \nAfter receiving these teachings from Garchen Rinpoche\, he will single pointedly bring them all together thru the instruction of Five Fold Path Mahamudra based on Jigten Sumgon’s Song of Realization.\, this will provide a path for students to be able to easily practice these instructions in their daily life.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/pith-instructions-h-e-g-r-s-root-gurus-2/2018-05-17/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180513T173000
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SUMMARY:Pith Instructions
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 11th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSaturday\, May 12th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSunday\, May 13th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(Each day there will be a lunch break from Noon – 2:30pm)\nGarchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel. These teachings will present the experiential understanding of these special instructions that Rinpoche developed over more than 20 years of rigorous practice while in prison. These teachings will include all aspects of the path including various practices of Dzogchen and Mahamudra. \nKhenpo samdup explains the nature of these teachings as follows: \n“It is important to understand the definition of pith instructions. Pith instructions are a very special teaching that is given from the root guru to his close students. These instructions are made up of few words but express a profound meaning and can have an immediate\, transformative effect on the student’s mind. These teachings are not from a story from a 1000 years ago\, they are from the 20th century\, from a person alive today sharing his own direct experience and deep accomplishment. I was encouraged to request these teachings for the benefit of  many students now and in the future. \nAfter receiving these teachings from Garchen Rinpoche\, he will single pointedly bring them all together thru the instruction of Five Fold Path Mahamudra based on Jigten Sumgon’s Song of Realization.\, this will provide a path for students to be able to easily practice these instructions in their daily life.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/pith-instructions-h-e-g-r-s-root-gurus/2018-05-13/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T173000
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SUMMARY:Pith Instructions
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 11th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSaturday\, May 12th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSunday\, May 13th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(Each day there will be a lunch break from Noon – 2:30pm)\nGarchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel. These teachings will present the experiential understanding of these special instructions that Rinpoche developed over more than 20 years of rigorous practice while in prison. These teachings will include all aspects of the path including various practices of Dzogchen and Mahamudra. \nKhenpo samdup explains the nature of these teachings as follows: \n“It is important to understand the definition of pith instructions. Pith instructions are a very special teaching that is given from the root guru to his close students. These instructions are made up of few words but express a profound meaning and can have an immediate\, transformative effect on the student’s mind. These teachings are not from a story from a 1000 years ago\, they are from the 20th century\, from a person alive today sharing his own direct experience and deep accomplishment. I was encouraged to request these teachings for the benefit of  many students now and in the future. \nAfter receiving these teachings from Garchen Rinpoche\, he will single pointedly bring them all together thru the instruction of Five Fold Path Mahamudra based on Jigten Sumgon’s Song of Realization.\, this will provide a path for students to be able to easily practice these instructions in their daily life.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/pith-instructions-h-e-g-r-s-root-gurus/2018-05-12/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180422T153443Z
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SUMMARY:Tsok Offering Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For the Long-life of Garchen Rinpoche\nBhum Tsok Ganachakra Guru Rinpoche Puja is dedicated to the long-life of H.E.Garchen Rinpoche.  Khenpo Tenpa Darje\, throne successor to Khenpo Munsel\, at Chokhot Pemai Thang Monastery\, has kindly advised the offering of Bhum Tsok recitations to invoke the blessings of Guru Rinpoche Padmaambhava. \nBhum Tsok puja is powerful for transforming anger and impure objects in the mind to manifest as purified perception of non-dual\, liberated thought to remove outer\, inner\, and secret obstacles. \nAdditional items of fruit\, flowers\, and small finger foods are welcomed to be placed on the altar and offered to all beings at the conclusion of the four-session puja. \nFour Sessions:\nThursday and Friday\nMay 10 & 11\nMay 17 & 18\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/tsok-offering-ceremony/2018-05-11/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T173000
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CREATED:20180117T155043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T145629Z
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SUMMARY:Pith Instructions
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 11th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSaturday\, May 12th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\nSunday\, May 13th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(Each day there will be a lunch break from Noon – 2:30pm)\nGarchen Rinpoche will teach the pith instructions he received from his root guru Siddhi Chime Dorjee and Khenpo Munsel. These teachings will present the experiential understanding of these special instructions that Rinpoche developed over more than 20 years of rigorous practice while in prison. These teachings will include all aspects of the path including various practices of Dzogchen and Mahamudra. \nKhenpo samdup explains the nature of these teachings as follows: \n“It is important to understand the definition of pith instructions. Pith instructions are a very special teaching that is given from the root guru to his close students. These instructions are made up of few words but express a profound meaning and can have an immediate\, transformative effect on the student’s mind. These teachings are not from a story from a 1000 years ago\, they are from the 20th century\, from a person alive today sharing his own direct experience and deep accomplishment. I was encouraged to request these teachings for the benefit of  many students now and in the future. \nAfter receiving these teachings from Garchen Rinpoche\, he will single pointedly bring them all together thru the instruction of Five Fold Path Mahamudra based on Jigten Sumgon’s Song of Realization.\, this will provide a path for students to be able to easily practice these instructions in their daily life.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/pith-instructions-h-e-g-r-s-root-gurus/2018-05-11/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
CREATED:20180422T153443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180422T153443Z
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SUMMARY:Tsok Offering Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For the Long-life of Garchen Rinpoche\nBhum Tsok Ganachakra Guru Rinpoche Puja is dedicated to the long-life of H.E.Garchen Rinpoche.  Khenpo Tenpa Darje\, throne successor to Khenpo Munsel\, at Chokhot Pemai Thang Monastery\, has kindly advised the offering of Bhum Tsok recitations to invoke the blessings of Guru Rinpoche Padmaambhava. \nBhum Tsok puja is powerful for transforming anger and impure objects in the mind to manifest as purified perception of non-dual\, liberated thought to remove outer\, inner\, and secret obstacles. \nAdditional items of fruit\, flowers\, and small finger foods are welcomed to be placed on the altar and offered to all beings at the conclusion of the four-session puja. \nFour Sessions:\nThursday and Friday\nMay 10 & 11\nMay 17 & 18\n7:00 – 8:30 pm \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/tsok-offering-ceremony/2018-05-10/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring 18 Retreat
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
CREATED:20160713T174731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160713T174809Z
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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/2018-05-10/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
CREATED:20180117T154721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T141803Z
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SUMMARY:Wrathful Padmasambava Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 10th 2:30pm to 5:30pm\nRemoval of Obstacles\, Wrathful Padmasmabhava Empowerment and Teachings\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche explains:: \n“Why do we do this empowerment of Wrathful Padmasambhava? \nWe will have the Wrathful Padmasambhava empowerment\, because we aspire that when we are receiving these teaching from Garchen Rinpoche we will not have any obstacles and in the future when we are practicing these instructions we will be free of obstacles. In order to create these conditions we will have the empowerment of Wrathful Padmasambhava\, a powerful practice for removing all obstacles.”
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/guru-dragpo-empowerment/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180506T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
CREATED:20180117T152730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T145914Z
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SUMMARY:Amitabha Practice and Jang Chog Ritual
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 6th\, 9am to 5:30 pm\n(lunch break Noon to 2:30pm)\nBoundless Light Buddha Amitabha\, Jang Chog Ritual \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche explains the importance of Amitabha’s teachings and practice: \n\n“On Sunday we have Amitabha practice and Jang Chog ritual. Throughout this year many people have passed away. Furthermore\, we are also all going to die. Amitabha practice is an easy way to liberate ourselves and others. Amitabha’s pureland is less difficult to reach than other purelands. In addition Garchen Rinpoche will do many dedications and make aspirations for those that have passed away. \n“The Jang Chog Rituals will be a part of the practice and this has two aspects;  one is to connect those who have died with the blessings of Amitabha creating the causes for a positive rebirth. The second aspect is removing obstacles at the time of our death\, even if at that time no one practices on our behalf. Garche Rinpoche is a realized master and has completely accomplished the practices of Achi Chokyi Drolma and Amitabha Buddha.  Therefore\, doing these practices with Rinpoche brings boundless benefits to all beings\, both the living and those who have passed away.” \n\nSPONSOR A PUJA DURING  AMITABHA (and ACHI) PRACTICES \n\nDuring these practices students may make financial offerings to sponsor the puja (ritual practice) for one’s personal benefit\, that of another such as a family member\, a deceased loved one or for anyone suffering in need of support. Additionally\, financial offerings of any amount\, small or large can be made to sponsor the puja and make a connection to these sublime practices. \nSponsoring pujas is traditional way to gather the accumulation of merit and purify obscurations that prevent spiritual development and realization. In this way students can participate in the ritual practice and receive its blessings from anywhere in the world. Garchen Rinpoche and many other masters have explained that participating in pujas through sponsorship is a powerful way to gather merit and is as beneficial as performing the puja one’s self. \n 
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/6700/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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SUMMARY:Achi Chokyi Drolma Teaching and Practice
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 5\,  9 am to 5:30 pm\n(lunch break Noon – 2:30 pm)\nA Message from Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche regarding Achi Chokyi Drolma\n\n“Achi Chokyi Drolma is a very powerful dharma protector and swiftly accomplishes removing obstacles\, she is the thousand Buddha’s protector and a special protector of the Drikung Kagyu Tradition. As a dharma protector\, she assists practioners who pray to her. At this time in our world\, we need a protector that can help us remove obstacles and create conditions to decrease suffering and benefit all beings. When we practice with Garchen Rinpoche\, a realized master\, who has accomplished this practice\, the benefits are immeasurable.” \n\nSPONSOR A PUJA DURING  ACHI (and AMITABHA) PRACTICES\n\n\n\nDuring these practices students may make financial offerings to sponsor the puja (ritual practice) for one’s personal benefit\, that of another such as a family member\, a deceased loved one or for anyone suffering in need of support. Additionally\, financial offerings of any amount\, small or large can be made to sponsor the puja and make a connection to these sublime practices.\n\nSponsoring pujas is traditional way to gather the accumulation of merit and purify obscurations that prevent spiritual development and realization. In this way students can participate in the ritual practice and receive its blessings from anywhere in the world. Garchen Rinpoche and many other masters have explained that participating in pujas through sponsorship is a powerful way to gather merit and is as beneficial as performing the puja one’s self.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/achi-chokyi-drolma-teaching-practice/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T200000
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SUMMARY:Achi Chokyi Drolma Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 4th\, 6 to 8pm\nAchi Chokyi Drolma Empowerment\nPacifying Negative Emotions and Removing Obstacles in our Life and the World \nA Message from Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche regarding Achi Chokyi Drolma\n\n“Achi Chokyi Drolma is a very powerful dharma protector and swiftly accomplishes removing obstacles\, she is the thousand Buddha’s protector and a special protector of the Drikung Kagyu Tradition. As a dharma protector\, she assists practioners who pray to her. At this time in our world\, we need a protector that can help us remove obstacles and create conditions to decrease suffering and benefit all beings. When we practice with Garchen Rinpoche\, a realized master\, who has accomplished this practice\, the benefits are immeasurable.” \n\nSPONSOR A PUJA DURING ACHI (and AMITABHA) PRACTICES \n \nDuring these practices students may make financial offerings to sponsor the puja (ritual practice) for one’s personal benefit\, that of another such as a family member\, a deceased loved one or for anyone suffering in need of support. Additionally\, financial offerings of any amount\, small or large can be made to sponsor the puja and make a connection to these sublime practices. \nSponsoring pujas is traditional way to gather the accumulation of merit and purify obscurations that prevent spiritual development and realization. In this way students can participate in the ritual practice and receive its blessings from anywhere in the world. Garchen Rinpoche and many other masters have explained that participating in pujas through sponsorship is a powerful way to gather merit and is as beneficial as performing the puja one’s self.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/garchen-rinpoche-spring-18-retreat/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special,Spring 18 Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180503T193000
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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/2018-05-03/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180501T130000
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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-2/2018-05-01/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
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SUMMARY:Sivananda Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Simplify\, Reset\, and Reconnect with Yourself … thru the practice of Sivanada yoga.\nThe instruction of Sivanada yoga has made the yogic teachings understandable and available to all by simplifying them into five points\, showing specific ways to develop physical and mental health as well as spiritual growth through: \n\nProper Exercise (Asanas)\nProper Breathing (Pranayama)\nProper Relaxation (Savasana)\nProper Diet (vegetarian)\nPositive Thinking (Vedanta)\nMeditation (Dhyana)\n\nPerfect for all levels of experience! \nSuggested donation per class $5
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/sivananda-yoga/2018-04-26/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T193000
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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/2018-04-26/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T200000
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SUMMARY:Sivananda Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Simplify\, Reset\, and Reconnect with Yourself … thru the practice of Sivanada yoga.\nThe instruction of Sivanada yoga has made the yogic teachings understandable and available to all by simplifying them into five points\, showing specific ways to develop physical and mental health as well as spiritual growth through: \n\nProper Exercise (Asanas)\nProper Breathing (Pranayama)\nProper Relaxation (Savasana)\nProper Diet (vegetarian)\nPositive Thinking (Vedanta)\nMeditation (Dhyana)\n\nPerfect for all levels of experience! \nSuggested donation per class $5
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/sivananda-yoga/2018-04-19/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T193000
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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/2018-04-19/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T200000
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SUMMARY:Sivananda Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Simplify\, Reset\, and Reconnect with Yourself … thru the practice of Sivanada yoga.\nThe instruction of Sivanada yoga has made the yogic teachings understandable and available to all by simplifying them into five points\, showing specific ways to develop physical and mental health as well as spiritual growth through: \n\nProper Exercise (Asanas)\nProper Breathing (Pranayama)\nProper Relaxation (Savasana)\nProper Diet (vegetarian)\nPositive Thinking (Vedanta)\nMeditation (Dhyana)\n\nPerfect for all levels of experience! \nSuggested donation per class $5
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/sivananda-yoga/2018-04-12/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212822
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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/2018-04-12/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212823
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SUMMARY:Buddhist and Western Concepts Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Gar Drolma for the continuing study group; Buddhist and Western Concepts Study Group.  The group will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.  \nThe discussions will include reflecting on Buddhist and Western philosophical thinking about the mind\, reviewing neurophysiological evidence concerning the body and mind\, and discussing recent theories and ideas from physics. We will provide web links each month that provide relevant background information on the topics to be discussed to make it easier for everyone to participate in the discussion. \nThe principal focus of the group is to attempt to reconcile Buddhist ideas and concepts about the body\, mind\, and universe with Western knowledge.  Discussion topics for the meetings are provided below.  \nWhat is a klesha?     \n\nPhoto Credit: Elephant Journal  \nKleshas are mental states that cloud the mind and manifest as unwholesome thoughts and actions. Classical Buddhist kleshas include attachment\, aversion\, pride\, ignorance\, and jealously. Modern lists of kleshas can include additional states such as anxiety\, fear\, anger and depression. \nWe all know kleshas are something that we have to get rid of\, or overcome\, but how do they operate in our minds? Suppose kleshas are habitual patterns of thought\, or habitual ways or reacting to the world.  We seem to go through the day telling ourselves stories in which we interpret events in terms of our own beliefs and values. This may be the process through which kleshas act: Our interpretations generate thoughts that in turn produce habitual responses to the situations we encounter. \nWe also seem to consume music\, TV\, movies\, etc. that support our preferred stories and thought processes (see Eli Pariser “filter bubbles” link below).  Are we strengthening kleshas when we listen to “our” music\, or watch “our” TV shows?  If so\, advancing on the path might require cutting through these stories and transmuting the energy associated with them into mindful awareness.

In some Western psychological approaches\, the mind is perceived as consisting of complexes that are emotionally toned patterns of reactions centered around interconnected memories\, emotions\, perceptions\, and desires. These patterns are formed by an individual’s reactions to experiences. Complexes become active when situations are encountered that are similar to the situations that initially created the complex. Complexes manifest as habitual thought and behavioral patterns of activity. In this way\, they seem very similar to kleshas. \nIn the next meeting we will discuss kleshas and complexes. We will compare their similarities and differences\, and examine ways to overcome them. \n
Background material: \nFilter bubbles\nhttps://www.ted.com/talks/eli_pariser_beware_online_filter_bubbles/transcript \nKleshas (Buddhism)\nhttps://www.lionsroar.com/forum-are-kleshas-obstacles-or-opportunities-for-enlightenment/ \nComplex Theory\nhttp://journalpsyche.org/jungian-model-psyche/\nhttps://analyticalpsychology.wordpress.com/tag/jung/
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/buddhist-and-western-concept-study-group-2018-04-10/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Monthly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180408T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212823
CREATED:20180326T190556Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Teachings and Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSee below for schedule details.\nPlease join us April 6 – 8\, 2018 for an inspiring weekend of learning and meditation. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will bestow the Guru Rinpoche Empowerment\, explain the practice and mantra of Guru Rinpoche\, and give an explanation of “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman\,” Dzogchen Teachings given by Guru Rinpoche. These teachings are suitable for all levels of students. \nLive Streaming\nThese teachings will be live-streamed for those who are participating in the 2018 online curriculum focusing on The Essence of Mahayana and The 37 Practices of the Bodhisattvas. Recordings of the teachings will be archived on the site and available to view whenever one wishes. \nProceeds generated by enrolling in the online curriculum help to support Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche’s Educate Tibet program\, which sponsors Tibetan language and literacy teachers in Khenpo’s native area of Kham\, Tibet. \n \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche  \nFees:\nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day  $20 for weekend\n(Lunch is included for Saturday & Sunday) \nSchedule:\nFriday\, April 6th\, 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nGuru Rinpoche Empowerment\nGuru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is the essence of all Buddhas. Khenpo will bestow the Empowerment of Guru Rinpoche from the revealed teachings of the great master Pema Lingpa. This ritual introduces our body\, speech\, and mind as enlightened body\, speech and mind and grants permission to train in the visualization and mantra recitation practices of Guru Rinpoche. \nSaturday\, April 7\, 10:00am – 4:30pm\nExplanation of the Guru Rinpoche Mantra\nKhenpo will give the reading transmission and explanation of the practice of Guru Rinpoche and lead a session of practice. Additionally\, he will give a thorough explanation of the meaning and benefits of reciting the mantra of Guru Rinpoche. \nSunday\, April 8\, 10:00am – 4:30pm \nDzogchen Teachings\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will give the reading transmission and explanation of the text titled “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman”.  In this revealed teaching Padmasambhava directly introduces the nature of mind and explains in how do nurture it in mediation and our daily activities.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/guru-rinpoche-teachings-empowerment/2018-04-08/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Essence of Mahayana,Special
GEO:39.741206;-84.1541782
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SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Teachings and Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSee below for schedule details.\nPlease join us April 6 – 8\, 2018 for an inspiring weekend of learning and meditation. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will bestow the Guru Rinpoche Empowerment\, explain the practice and mantra of Guru Rinpoche\, and give an explanation of “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman\,” Dzogchen Teachings given by Guru Rinpoche. These teachings are suitable for all levels of students. \nLive Streaming\nThese teachings will be live-streamed for those who are participating in the 2018 online curriculum focusing on The Essence of Mahayana and The 37 Practices of the Bodhisattvas. Recordings of the teachings will be archived on the site and available to view whenever one wishes. \nProceeds generated by enrolling in the online curriculum help to support Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche’s Educate Tibet program\, which sponsors Tibetan language and literacy teachers in Khenpo’s native area of Kham\, Tibet. \n \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche  \nFees:\nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day  $20 for weekend\n(Lunch is included for Saturday & Sunday) \nSchedule:\nFriday\, April 6th\, 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nGuru Rinpoche Empowerment\nGuru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is the essence of all Buddhas. Khenpo will bestow the Empowerment of Guru Rinpoche from the revealed teachings of the great master Pema Lingpa. This ritual introduces our body\, speech\, and mind as enlightened body\, speech and mind and grants permission to train in the visualization and mantra recitation practices of Guru Rinpoche. \nSaturday\, April 7\, 10:00am – 4:30pm\nExplanation of the Guru Rinpoche Mantra\nKhenpo will give the reading transmission and explanation of the practice of Guru Rinpoche and lead a session of practice. Additionally\, he will give a thorough explanation of the meaning and benefits of reciting the mantra of Guru Rinpoche. \nSunday\, April 8\, 10:00am – 4:30pm \nDzogchen Teachings\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will give the reading transmission and explanation of the text titled “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman”.  In this revealed teaching Padmasambhava directly introduces the nature of mind and explains in how do nurture it in mediation and our daily activities.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/guru-rinpoche-teachings-empowerment/2018-04-07/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Essence of Mahayana,Special
GEO:39.741206;-84.1541782
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180406T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212823
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SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Teachings and Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSee below for schedule details.\nPlease join us April 6 – 8\, 2018 for an inspiring weekend of learning and meditation. Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche will bestow the Guru Rinpoche Empowerment\, explain the practice and mantra of Guru Rinpoche\, and give an explanation of “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman\,” Dzogchen Teachings given by Guru Rinpoche. These teachings are suitable for all levels of students. \nLive Streaming\nThese teachings will be live-streamed for those who are participating in the 2018 online curriculum focusing on The Essence of Mahayana and The 37 Practices of the Bodhisattvas. Recordings of the teachings will be archived on the site and available to view whenever one wishes. \nProceeds generated by enrolling in the online curriculum help to support Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche’s Educate Tibet program\, which sponsors Tibetan language and literacy teachers in Khenpo’s native area of Kham\, Tibet. \n \nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche  \nFees:\nRetreat Fee: $25 per day $40 for weekend\nStudents: $12 per day  $20 for weekend\n(Lunch is included for Saturday & Sunday) \nSchedule:\nFriday\, April 6th\, 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nGuru Rinpoche Empowerment\nGuru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is the essence of all Buddhas. Khenpo will bestow the Empowerment of Guru Rinpoche from the revealed teachings of the great master Pema Lingpa. This ritual introduces our body\, speech\, and mind as enlightened body\, speech and mind and grants permission to train in the visualization and mantra recitation practices of Guru Rinpoche. \nSaturday\, April 7\, 10:00am – 4:30pm\nExplanation of the Guru Rinpoche Mantra\nKhenpo will give the reading transmission and explanation of the practice of Guru Rinpoche and lead a session of practice. Additionally\, he will give a thorough explanation of the meaning and benefits of reciting the mantra of Guru Rinpoche. \nSunday\, April 8\, 10:00am – 4:30pm \nDzogchen Teachings\nKhenpo Samdup Rinpoche will give the reading transmission and explanation of the text titled “The Pointing Out Instructions to the Old Woman”.  In this revealed teaching Padmasambhava directly introduces the nature of mind and explains in how do nurture it in mediation and our daily activities.
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/guru-rinpoche-teachings-empowerment/2018-04-06/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Essence of Mahayana,Special
GEO:39.741206;-84.1541782
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212823
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SUMMARY:Sivananda Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Simplify\, Reset\, and Reconnect with Yourself … thru the practice of Sivanada yoga.\nThe instruction of Sivanada yoga has made the yogic teachings understandable and available to all by simplifying them into five points\, showing specific ways to develop physical and mental health as well as spiritual growth through: \n\nProper Exercise (Asanas)\nProper Breathing (Pranayama)\nProper Relaxation (Savasana)\nProper Diet (vegetarian)\nPositive Thinking (Vedanta)\nMeditation (Dhyana)\n\nPerfect for all levels of experience! \nSuggested donation per class $5
URL:https://gardrolma.org/programs/sivananda-yoga/2018-04-05/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160713T174809Z
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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/2018-04-05/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180401T130000
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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-2/2018-04-01/
LOCATION:Gar Drolma Buddhist Center\, 1329 Creighton Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly
GEO:39.741206;-84.1541782
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