Manjushri Dharma Center

This Precious Human Life
2016-10-08 04:15 - 05:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
From a Buddhist perspective, we have hit the jackpot by being born human. We have just enough suffering to make us long for a more stable happiness, and just enough freedoms and endowments to allow us to pursue spiritual transformation. By understanding the true rarity of our precious human life, we can begin to make each day, each hour worthwhile. Every single moment of our precious human life has great meaning. Join us for this teaching in which we learn to cease the day by understanding the immense good fortune we share as human beings.
Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it. I am going to use all my energies to develop myself, to expand my heart out to others; to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. I am going to have kind thoughts towards others, I am not going to get angry or think badly about others. I am going to benefit others as much as I can.” Quote from H.H. The Dalai Lama

This 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!

Buddhism 101
2016-08-13 04:30 - 05:30 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
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.

The Day of Peace (Part 2)
2016-08-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Lover’s Point Beach, 17th St and Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Peace Lantern Ceremony
7:00pm-9:00pm, Saturday, August 6th
Lover’s Point Cove
Ocean View Blvd & 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950
Following 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:
7:00pm: Lantern making and Taiko drumming
7:45pm: Music and messages of hope and peace
8:15pm: Launching of the peace lanterns
Flyer (This looks great–thank you!)
A 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.

The Day of Peace
2016-08-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
From Inner Peace
Public Talk: Four Noble Truths
August 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.
To World Peace (See Details Here)
Peace Lantern Ceremony
7:00pm-9:00pm, Saturday, August 6th
Lover’s Point Cove
Ocean View Blvd & 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950
Following 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:
7:00pm: Lantern making and Taiko drumming
7:45pm: Music and messages of hope and peace
8:15pm: Launching of the peace lanterns

A 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.
A 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.
Thank you everyone!

The Dalai Lama's 81st Birthday
2016-07-06 13:00 - 13:45 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
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.

Thargyen Class
2016-06-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Private Residence, CA, United States
Rinpoche leads us in our continuing study of the Jewel Ornament of Liberation by the incomparable Gompopa. Consecutive Interpretation by David Molk. New students welcome anytime.

Amitabha Or Medicine Buddha Pratice
2016-06-20 12:30 - 13:30 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Rinpoche leads us in Amitabha Buddha or Medicine Buddha Practice, a combination of teachings and chanting. Everyone is welcome. Prayer books and instruction will be provided.

Meditation Class
2016-04-30 03:00 - 16:00, 2016-04-23 03:00 - 16:00, 2016-04-16 03:00 - 04:00 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Join us for a short talk followed by meditation. After we enjoy tea and a little sangha fellowship. Everyone is welcome!

Thargyen Class
2016-04-27 01:00 - 10:00, 2016-04-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Rinpoche leads us in our continuing study of the Jewel Ornament of Liberation by the incomparable Gompopa. Translation by David Molk. New students welcome anytime.

Amitabha Buddha Practice
2016-04-25 11:30 - 13:00, 2016-04-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Rinpoche will lead us in Amitabha Practice, a combination of teachings and chanting.

Personal Story Discussion Group
2016-04-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Join our small discussion group for sangha members (new ones especially!) or anyone who would like to get together in a more informal environment to discuss our own personal journeys with our practice.

Medicine Buddha Practice
2016-04-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Villa Angelica Retreat Center, 27951 CA-1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Rinpoche will lead us in Medicine Buddha Practice, a combination of teachings and chanting.

Thargyen Class
2015-08-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Private Residence, CA, United States
