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SUMMARY:Refuge Ceremony March 2017
DESCRIPTION:Five people took part in a refuge ceremony on Sunday\, March 12th\, 2017 with Khenpo Karten Rinpoche at the Manjushri Dharma Center.  Three for the very first time\, and two for the first time with Rinpoche.    It was a very auspicious day\, full moon celebration of Buddha’s Miracles Day or Chotrul Duchen.  It was the very first time we had celebrated Chotrul Duchen at the Manjushri Dharma Center.  During that ceremony\, we recited the “Praise of the 12 Deeds” to honor Buddha.    What better way to further honor Buddha than having more committed\, kind-hearted people in the world!  Hurray for all future Buddhas! \n \nIf any member of the community would like to take refuge at the next ceremony with Rinpoche\, please contact him in person or by email at khenpokarten@gmail.com or by phone at 831-901-3156. \nThe meaning of taking refuge is very profound\, and there are many layers\, but a basic understanding can be found at this website:  http://buddhism.about.com/od/takingrefuge/a/takingrefuge.htm \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/refuge-ceremony-march-2017/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170312T120000
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SUMMARY:Chotrul Düchen:  Butter Lamp Festival or Festival of Miracles
DESCRIPTION:Chotrul Düchen\, the ‘Day of Miracles’ is a Tibetan holy day that commemorates one of the four great deeds of the Buddha. It occurs on the full moon (the fifteenth day) of the first Tibetan month. The first fifteen days of the Tibetan New Year celebrate the fifteen days in which\, in order to increase the merit and the devotion of future disciples\, Buddha Shakyamuni displayed a different miracle each day.  The Festival of Miracles is celebrated by Tibetans from the first to the fifteenth of the first lunar month\, so it is the first “Düchen” or “great occasion” in the Tibetan calendar. These fifteen days are considered multiplying days in which the effect of any action is magnified millions of times and the fifteenth day is especially great. Chotrul Düchen\, like Saga Dawa Düchen\, and Lhabab Düchen is considered a ten million multiplier day\, multiplying the effects of all positive and negative actions 10 million times! It is therefore considered very useful to engage in positive activities today! \nTo commemorate the occasion\, Tibetans traditionally will make lamps of yak butter\, called butter lamps\, in the shapes of flowers\, trees\, birds\, and other auspicious symbols.  Great displays of light are offered in the evening.  We will celebrate by gathering in the morning for a teaching from Khenpo Karten Rinpoche on the meaning of the holiday and reciting prayers.   Practitioners are encouraged to light candles in the evening to commemorate the Day of Miracles. \nLearn more: \nThe Story of the 15 Days of Miracles  \nRigpa Wiki-Brief Explanation of Chotrul Duchen \nDescription above drawn from: \nDiamond Way Buddhism blog \nWikipedia–Chotrul Duchen
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/chotrul-duchen-butter-lamp-festival-or-festival-of-miracles/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170310T203000
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SUMMARY:Birthday Celebration for Khenpo Karten Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Following our Tibetan Uprising Day protest\, we returned to the Manjushri Dharma Center for a “Luckypot” celebration in honor of Khenpo Karten Rinpoche’s birthday.  We started off by reading a prayer composed by the Dalai Lama for Tibet composed in 1969.   Songs by David Molk and fruit sun “cake” were had at Rinpoche’s American birthday party. \nHappy Birthday Rinpoche!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/birthday-celebration-for-khenpo-karten-rinpoche/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170310T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
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SUMMARY:Tibetan Uprising Day
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who came out to lend your voice\, raise a sign\, and otherwise raise awareness about Tibetan Uprising Day\, March 10\, 2017.    Please take the time you can to write a few postcards and/or send some emails in support of Tibet.   Three suggested actions are below. \nPhotos from the Day (+ day before sign making):\n                \nBackground: \n“Imagine you are not allowed to whistle ‘Yankee  Doodle’  as  you  work.  You  can’t  talk  about  the  day’s  events  in  your  native  language\,  nor  wear  blue  jeans  and  tennis shoes\, or any other garment quintessentially American. Your children go to a new school where  they  learn  a  language  other  than  yours\, and are taught to report you to the authorities  if  you  speak  English  at  home.  Forget going to church.  This is Tibet today.” quote from 2016 article in Cedar St. Times. \nSince the Chinese occupation in 1959\, more than one million Tibetans have been killed.  To fly a Tibetan flag\, send an email abroad\, or say the phrase “human rights\,” is cause for imprisonment and torture.   99% of all Tibetan monasteries have been closed.  The Tibetan people and their culture are being systematically attacked.  Our own teacher\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche risked his life to become a monk in Tibet before fleeing in 1996.   He has suffered great personal tragedy\, which he rarely speaks about. \nStand up against this repression and violence.  Lend your voice to peace\, justice\, and freedom:  Support Tibet!  Join us on Friday\, March 10th\, 4:30pm-6:00pm at Windows on the Bay as we join international protests in support of Tibetan freedom.  Signs will be provided. Please note:  Protesters cannot step into the street or hand out leaflets to cars\, as per a city safety mandate. \nLearn more about the issue:\nFree Tibet website\n2016 PG Cedar Street Times article (bottom of p1\, includes photos of Rinpoche during his trek across the Himalayas)\nVideo: Tibet Today \nTake Action: \nIn addition to joining us in protest\, here are some things you can do to help the cause of peace\, justice and freedom in Tibet.   We thank the Free Tibet website for suggesting these specific actions we can take. \nSend a postcard and/or write an email to the U.S. Embassy in China in support of Tashi Wangchuk\, a young man speaking up for Tibetan language: \nTashi Wangchuk is from Yushu in eastern Tibet. He became an advocate for the teaching of the Tibetan language after Tibetan classes were closed down in his local area\, prompting concerns that future generations of Tibetans would grow up unable to speak their mother tongue.  His attempts to persuade the local government to provide Tibetan language information in schools were featured in an article and documentary in the New York Times in November 2015. Tashi Wangchuk pursued his campaign peacefully through official channels. He repeatedly maintained that his actions were not political.  Two months later he was arrested\, and later charged with “inciting separatism”. It is likely he is being punished because he had the courage to work with the New York Times to highlight threats to Tibetan culture\, despite the risk he would be arrested. \n\nClick here to send an email in support of Tashi Wangchuk\nSend postcard to U.S. Embassy in China–address below\n\nSend a postcard and/or write an email to Losang Jamcan\, the Chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region in support of Ngawang Gyaltsen\, an imprisoned monk and thangka artist: \nNgawang Gyaltsen is from Tarchen Township\, Nagchu County in the Tibet Autonomous Region. He is a well-known artist who was formerly a monk at Shag Rongpo monastery. He was arrested on 24 February 2015. His arrest and detention were executed in secret\, leaving his family to believe that he had disappeared.  In March 2015\, Ngawang Gyaltsen was found to be being secretly detained in at a detention centre in Nagchu\, but his current whereabouts and conditions are unknown. No official reason for his arrest has been given.  Ngawang Gyaltsen had formerly studied thangka (Buddhist) painting at Shag Rongpo monastery\, where he was a monk\, but left the monastery to live as a layperson after being harassed and subjected to heavy surveillance by the Chinese government officials at the monastery. Ngawang Gyaltsen had had disagreements with the government officials over a re-education campaign for the monks and nuns. He continued to be harassed by the authorities after his departure from Shag Rongpo\, and was forbidden to travel or meet with friends and family without government authorization. \n\nClick here to send an email in support of Ngawang Gyaltsen–email will be sent to Losang Jamcan\, Chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region\n\nSend postcard to U.S. Embassy in China–address below\n\nSend a postcard and/or write an email to protest the destruction of Larang Gar\, one of the largest Buddhist centers in the world: \nLarang Gar at one point was home to 40\,000 monks and nuns\, one of the largest religious centers in the world.   Under plans issued by the local government\, a series of forced removals and extensive demolition work will be carried out to cut the number of residents down to 5\,000 by October 2017. The first round of demolitions and removals\, carried out in July\, reduced large areas of the site to rubble and caused widespread distress among Tibetans.  If a deadline is missed\, punishments will be imposed. These include expelling additional people and even destroying Larung Gar in its entirety. \nResidents who have been removed from the site have been made to sign pledges promising not to return to live there. Others have been locked out of their own homes.  Monks and nuns who have been returned to their native regions from Larung Gar have been prevented from joining new monasteries and nunneries. Some have been subjected to humiliating patriotic re-education sessions\, in which they are required to sing Chinese propaganda songs and denounce their own Tibetan culture and religion.  The sadness has been felt across Tibet\, and inside Larung Gar\, three nuns are reported to have taken their own lives in protest against the demolitions.  This damage is not just an assault on Larung Gar and its residents\, but also on Tibetans’ fundamental rights\, including the rights to freedom of religion\, freedom of movement and freedom of expression and association. \n\nSend postcard to Chinese Embassy in U.S.–address below\nClick here to send an email to the EU committee that is in negotiations to halt the demolition \nClick here to send an email to Sun Chunlan\, Head of the United Front Work Department–the department in charge of the demolition\nClick here to send an email to the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. or write them a postcard\, address below\nSend an email to Rex Tillerson\, Secretary of State\, U.S. State Department \n\nFor suggestions on what to write\, click here. \nFor Mr. Tillerson’s statement on human rights\, click here.   \nFor information on the US Tibet Policy Act “to support the aspirations of the Tibetan people to safeguard their distinct identity\,” click here.  \nTo send an email to the State Department\, click here.  \n\n\n\nAddresses for Postcards: \nUnited States Embassy of Beijing\, China\nAmbassador Terry Branstad\nNo. 55 An Jia Lou Lu\nPeople’s Republic of China\, 100600 \nChinese Embassy in United States\nAmbassador Cui Tiankai\n3505 International Place\, N.W.\nWashington\, D.C. 20008 \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/tibetan-uprising-day/
LOCATION:Windows on the Bay\, Corner of Del Monte and Camino El Estero\, Monterey\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170227T203000
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SUMMARY:Losar Tibetan New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year Sangha!  Tibetan lunar New Year or Losar will begin on Monday\, February 27th. We will gather to celebrate at 6:30pm with Amitabha prayers and a “luckypot” celebration.  Please bring a dish to share to celebrate the year of the Fire Rooster on this auspicious occasion!  (Perhaps we will even see some Lama dancing!) \nLearn more:  Tibetan New Year Traditions
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/losar-tibetan-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170211T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170211T121500
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20170130T041551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T061817Z
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SUMMARY:Public Talk:  Love and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:“In the Buddhist tradition\, compassion and love are seen as two aspects of the same thing: Compassion is the wish for another being to be free from suffering; love is wanting them to have happiness.” (The Dalai Lama.Oct 5\, 2012)  In the west\, we tend to confuse love with attachment.  Love is other focused–the wish for the other to be happy.   Attachment is self focused–how the other makes the self feel.   Understanding the true nature of love and compassion & developing both qualities in ourselves can make relationships\, families\, and communities more harmonious.  Please join us for this very special public talk on love and compassion (just ahead of Valentine’s Day!) which will be taught both by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, resident monk and teacher at the Manjushri Dharma Center\, and by Geshe Lobsang Kanchok\, a monk and friend visiting from India.  Consecutive interpretation will be provided by Tibetan Buddhist language scholar and practitioner\, David Molk.\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation of $10.00 welcome\, but no one turned away for lack of funds.  All are welcome!\n\nTalk begins at 11:15am after the Saturday meditation class.\n\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/public-talk-love-and-compassion/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20161031T185948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161221T193417Z
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SUMMARY:The Six Bardos New Year Retreat 2017
DESCRIPTION:Happiness in Life\, Peace in Death:  The Six Bardos New Year Retreat 2017\nJanuary 20-22\, 2017\nIt’s time to register for our upcoming retreat with Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, scheduled for the weekend of Jan. 20-22\, 2017. This will be a most precious opportunity to share an in-depth teaching by Rinpoche on The Six Bardos. \nBrief Description of Teaching\nWhat is the bardo ? The Tibetan word bardo means the intermediate state\, which is our state of existence before and after death. There are altogether six bardos from the moment of conception till death. \nThe purpose of understanding the bardo is to use every spiritual experience in this life as a preparation for the moment of death and the next rebirth.  Khenpo Karten Rinpoche will teach on: \n1. How to achieve happiness in this life with the first three bardos: Kyenay Bardo (the bardo of birth and life)\, Milam Bardo (the practice of dream yoga in the dream state) and Samten Bardo (the bardo of meditation or concentrative absorption); \n2. How to achieve peace at the moment of dying through the final three bardos: Chinkai Bardo (the bardo of dying at the moment of death until complete dissolution of outer and inner elements)\, Chonyi Bardo (luminosity of our true nature) and Sipa Bardo (the bardo of our new form which is determined by our karmic accumulations and actions). \nRetreat Schedule\n\n\n\n \n\n\nFriday\, Jan. 20th\n5:00pm-7:00pm: Check in\n7:00pm-9:00pm: Session 1-Welcome\, Setting Intention\, & Introduction to Teaching\n\n\nSaturday\, Jan. 21st\n9:00am-12:00pm:  Session 2–The Bardo\n12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch (provided)\n1:00pm-4:00pm:  Session 3–The Bardo\n7:00pm-9:00pm:  Evening activity TBD\n\n\nSunday\, January 22nd\n8:00am-12:00pm:  Session 4–The Bardo\n12:00pm: Lunch (provided) & Annual Meeting\n\n\n\nMore Information\nhttps://manjushridharmacenter.org/the-six-bardos-new-year-retreat-2017/
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/happiness-in-life-peace-in-death-the-six-bardos-new-year-retreat-2017/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161221T173000
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Waters
DESCRIPTION:Khenpo Karten Rinpoche will offer a Water Blessing Ceremony on the occasion of the Winter Solstice\, Wednesday\, December 21\, 2016\, from 5:00pm-5:30pm at Lovers Point beach in Pacific Grove. The blessing will honor all the earth’s elements as Rinpoche will chant to pray for their protection. This is a powerful and poignant way to gather in community and to celebrate the shortest day of the year.  Participants are invited to offer a group prayer with candles as a welcoming back of the light.  Prayer copies and candles will be provided. The event is free to all. Participants are encouraged to bring flower petals to contribute to this beautiful and moving ceremony. We will also gather for our regular Thargyen class later that evening from 7:00-8:00pm at the Manjushri Dharma Center.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/blessing-of-the-waters/
LOCATION:Lover’s Point Beach\, 17th St and Ocean View Blvd\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161210T031500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161210T041500
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SUMMARY:The Mind is King
DESCRIPTION:In Buddhist teachings\, the root of everything is the mind:  all happiness and all suffering arise from the mind.  No amount of massaging our external circumstances will lead to lasting happiness\, and no amount of avoiding unpleasant situations will shield us from suffering.   Happiness and suffering are states of mind\, therefore their causes are found within the mind.  If we train gently and consistently in the cultivation of love\, compassion\, acceptance\, patience\, forgiveness\, and so forth–these helpful states of mind will lead to lasting happiness\, even in the midst of difficult situations.   If we are slaves to habitual anger\, criticism\, blame\, jealousy and so forth–these unhelpful states of mind will lead to suffering\, even in midst of great material advantage.   Come and join us to learn how “mind is king.” \nThis class is part of a series of one-hour teachings given by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche based on his booklet “Heartfelt Advice of Dharma Nectar.”  The series will follow Saturday meditation sessions and serve as drop-in courses for anyone interested in practical ways to apply Dharma teachings to busy western life.  No registration required.   Suggested donation of $10.00\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.  We hope you join us! \nQuestions\, contact:  Rachel Christopherson\, rachelMDC2016@gmail.com or 831-901-3156.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-mind-is-king/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161120T113000
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SUMMARY:Lhabab Duchen
DESCRIPTION:Lhabab Düchen is one of the four Buddhist festivals commemorating four events in the life of the Buddha\, according to Tibetan traditions. Lhabab Düchen occurs on the 22nd day of the ninth lunar month according to Tibetan calendar.  (That falls on Sunday\, November 20th in 2016) \nLhabab Düchen celebrates Buddha’s descent from The Heaven of Thirty-Three back to earth.  Buddha had left for The Heaven Of Thirty-Three (Trayastrimsa) at the age of 41\, in order to give teachings to benefit the gods in that desire realm\, and to repay the kindness of his mother by liberating her from Samsara.  He was exhorted by his follower and representative Maudgalyayana to return\, and after a long debate and under a Full Moon agreed to return. He returned to earth a week later by a special triple ladder prepared by Viswakarma\, the god of machines. This event is considered to be one of the eight great deeds of the Buddha. \nOn Lhabab Düchen\, the effects of positive or negative actions are multiplied ten million times. It is part of Tibetan Buddhist tradition to engage in virtuous activities and prayer on this day. \nTo celebrate Lhabab Düchen we will have an Amitabha Tsog Offering Ceremony\, making special food offerings to the Guru\, Buddha\, and Sangha\, and also sharing food offerings with regional spirits.  Please bring a food offering of any kind\, any color\, whatever you think would be nice. Beautiful fruit\, cute cakes\, popcorn\, cookies\, nuts\, cheese/crackers or small bites are some ideas.  Rinpoche will provide us with copies of the prayers and guide us in this ceremony.    We hope to see you there! \nSource for above information:  Wikipedia \nPhoto courtesy of Nalanda Bodhi meditation center\, Halifax:  http://halifax.nalandabodhi.ca/ \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/lhabab-duchen/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161116T120000
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SUMMARY:Thargyen Discussion Class
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 16\n7:00pm-8:00pm\nManjushri Dharma Center\n\nThe Jewel Ornament of Liberation: The Wish-Fulfilling Gem of the Noble Teachings\, was composed by the venerable Gampopa (1074-1153 C.E.) A masterwork of Tibetan Buddhism\, this text provides a complete foundation for study and practice. Rinpoche has led us in our continuing study\, with consecutive interpretation into English by David Molk\, since August of 2015.     We have examined the concepts of Buddha nature\, precious human rebirth\, the virtuous spiritual guide\, and we are now looking at the method instructions.   We have covered a lot of ground in this detailed text.\n \nInstead of our usual reading of the Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, Rinpoche will answer questions about the material covered so far in the book and classes. Rinpoche encourages students to write their questions so they are clearly formulated. This is an excellent opportunity to examine the teachings and have doubts\, confusions and questions answered. \n\n\nQuestions or concerns may always be individually asked by making an appointment with Rinpoche by calling (831) 901-3156.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thargyen-discussion-class/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161115T120000
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SUMMARY:Dharma Journey Support & Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Embarking on a spiritual path takes courage and the support of like-minded people.   Join Manjushri Dharma Center members Andrew and Denise as they host a Dharma Journey Support and Discussion Group at their home on Tuesday\, November 15th\, 7:00pm to 8:00pm.   The purpose is to provide an informal setting to talk about and encourage each other as we put the Dharma into practice.   We envision this group meeting monthly to bi-monthly at various practitioners homes.  To join on November 15\, please RSVP to support@manjushridharmacenter.org to receive the residence address and directions. \nImage courtesy of Pixabay\, public domain images.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/dharma-journey-support-discussion-group/
LOCATION:MDC Member Private Residence\, Address Given Upon Request\, Email: Support@manjushridharmacenter.org
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161112T031500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161112T041500
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20161024T131814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T230909Z
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SUMMARY:Warm Coats For Tibetan Children
DESCRIPTION:Slideshow of Eastern Tibet and Warm Coat Fundraiser for Tibetan Orphanage\nSaturday\, November 12th\n11:15am-12:15pm\nManjushri Dharma Center\n\nFollowing the meditation on Saturday (10-11am)\, Manjushri Dharma Center member Pam will share photos and stories of her trip with Lama Lakshe Zangpo to many monasteries and sacred sites in the Golok and Kham regions of Eastern Tibet.  This will also be a fundraiser for the Tsengdruk Takse School\, located on the grounds of the palace of Gesar\, home and school for over 300 orphaned Tibetan children. \nCome and join us for a slideshow\, stories and snacks all while practicing the perfection of generosity to help children in need this winter.  Please consider making a donation to provide warm coats to these beautiful children through paypal to http://tibetanqigongnv.org/ (select Support CTQNV-coats) or by check to CTQNV (put in the donation box at Manjushri Dharma Center). \nTO DONATE CLICK HERE
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/warm-coats-for-tibetan-children/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161105T041500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161105T051500
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20161010T093608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161010T133321Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Good Intentions
DESCRIPTION:“A son of the incomparable Shakyas said\, ‘If intentions are good\, the path and destination will be good\, but if intentions are bad\, the path and destination will be bad.’  Call up good intentions!  That is my heart advice.”  p.4 Heartfelt Advice of Dharma Nectar \nOne of the most practical ways to apply Dharma to daily life is through the setting of good intentions and checking our intentions throughout the day.   Are we wishing others well in this moment?  Do we wish to do no harm\, have no enemy\, and hold compassion in this moment?  The practice does not involve being hard on oneself\, nor is it meant to control externalities.  It is a gentle yet profound self-reflective practice.  We can gradually and gently train our mind to hold positive intentions at all times\, even in times of mental distress\, which has immense benefits for both ourselves and others.  Join us for this special teaching from Rinpoche on the Power of Good Intentions. \nThis teaching is part of a  series given by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche based on his booklet “Heartfelt Advice of Dharma Nectar.”  It follows the Saturday meditation session (which runs from 10-11) and is appropriate for anyone interested in practical ways to apply Dharma teachings to busy western life.  No registration required.   Suggested donation of $10.00\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.  We hope you join us!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-power-of-good-intentions/
LOCATION:Villa Angelica Retreat Center\, 27951 CA-1\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160813T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160813T053000
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20160808T164559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T164645Z
UID:1696-1471062600-1471066200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Buddhism 101
DESCRIPTION:What are the fundamentals of Buddhist beliefs and practice? What practices are offered at the Manjushri Dharma Center?  After our regular weekly meditation class (Saturday\, 10:00am-11:00am)\, we will enjoy a teaching on “Buddhism 101.” Khenpo Karten Rinpoche will talk about the core principals and practices of Buddhism\, and will describe our weekly practices at the center.  If you are new to Buddhism or new to the Manjushri Dharma Center\, this teaching is for you!  Event is free\, but donations are welcome to support the center.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/buddhism-101/
LOCATION:Villa Angelica Retreat Center\, 27951 CA-1\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20160803T173445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T173445Z
UID:1690-1470484800-1470492000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:The Day of Peace (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Peace Lantern Ceremony\n7:00pm-9:00pm\, Saturday\, August 6th\nLover’s Point Cove\nOcean View Blvd & 17th Street\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950 \nFollowing the Four Noble Truths (See more info HERE) teaching\, participants are encouraged to join the Peace Lantern Ceremony at Lover’s Point Cove in Pacific Grove. Rinpoche will offer prayers at the ceremony which is part of the Twelfth Annual Hiroshima-Nagasaki Remembrance Day. This beautiful and moving tradition honors those who perished in 1945 and reaffirms our commitment to world peace. Event is free. The Peace Lantern event is sponsored by several peace organizations in Monterey Co. and the Friends/Quakers of Monterey. Schedule includes: \n7:00pm: Lantern making and Taiko drumming\n7:45pm: Music and messages of hope and peace\n8:15pm: Launching of the peace lanterns\nFlyer (This looks great–thank you!) \nA Note About Food: Participants in the “Day of Peace” may bring a trash-less “picnic dinner” to Lover’s Point Cove so we can enjoy a meal together while we also enjoy the Peace Lantern Event. There is also a “Snack Shack” at Lovers Point that sells veggie burgers\, hamburgers\, etc.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/day-of-peace/
LOCATION:Lover’s Point Beach\, 17th St and Ocean View Blvd\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20160719T011840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161025T171536Z
UID:1687-1470477600-1470483000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:The Day of Peace
DESCRIPTION:From Inner Peace\nPublic Talk: Four Noble Truths \nAugust 6th marks the Tibetan Buddhist holiday honoring the day that Buddha Shakyamuni first taught a path to profound inner peace\, the Four Noble Truths. Join us to hear this deep wisdom presented by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, with consecutive interpretation provided by David Molk. Event is free\, but donations are welcome to support the center. \nTo World Peace (See Details Here)\nPeace Lantern Ceremony\n7:00pm-9:00pm\, Saturday\, August 6th\nLover’s Point Cove\nOcean View Blvd & 17th Street\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950 \nFollowing the Four Noble Truths teaching\, participants are encouraged to join the Peace Lantern Ceremony at Lover’s Point Cove in Pacific Grove. Rinpoche will offer prayers at the ceremony which is part of the Twelfth Annual Hiroshima-Nagasaki Remembrance Day. This beautiful and moving tradition honors those who perished in 1945 and reaffirms our commitment to world peace. Event is free. The Peace Lantern event is sponsored by several peace organizations in Monterey Co. and the Friends/Quakers of Monterey. Schedule includes: \n7:00pm: Lantern making and Taiko drumming\n7:45pm: Music and messages of hope and peace\n8:15pm: Launching of the peace lanterns \n \nA Note About Food: Participants in the “Day of Peace” may bring a trash-less “picnic dinner” to Lover’s Point Cove so we can enjoy a meal together while we also enjoy the Peace Lantern Event. There is also a “Snack Shack” at Lovers Point that sells veggie burgers\, hamburgers\, etc. \nA Call for Volunteers: Volunteers are needed as we prepare to host this public talk. If you are able to post flyers ahead of the event\, or would be able to join us from 11:30am-1:30pm on the Saturday of the event (August 6th\, after meditation)…we will do some “center cherishing\,” cleaning/weeding and setting up for the 5:00pm event. Please contact Rachel Christopherson by email at rachelMDC2016@gmail.com. \nThank you everyone!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-four-noble-truths/
LOCATION:Villa Angelica Retreat Center\, 27951 CA-1\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160706T134500
DTSTAMP:20260509T093456
CREATED:20160705T031017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190822T140622Z
UID:1682-1467810000-1467812700@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:The Dalai Lama's 81st Birthday
DESCRIPTION:This Wednesday marks the Dalai Lama’s 81st birthday. Rinpoche and the sangha will have a small kata offering ceremony to the Dalai Lama’s picture at the dharma center. The ceremony will take place after the Thargyen class at approximately 8 pm.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-dalai-lamas-81st-birthday/
LOCATION:Villa Angelica Retreat Center\, 27951 CA-1\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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