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SUMMARY:Birthday Celebration for Khenpo Karten Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday Rinpoche!   Although we typically celebrate Rinpoche’s birthday on March 10th\, Tibetan Uprising Day\, this year Rinpoche would like us to focus our energies on the protest\, and celebrate his birthday a little early–Sunday\, March 8th\, at 12pm following his first teaching on The Instructions of Gampopa:  A Precious Garland of the Supreme Path.  The location is the Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Avenue in Pacific Grove. \nAll are welcome to this “lucky-pot” celebration (that is Rinpoche speak for pot-luck).   Please feel free to bring whatever you would like\, and we will eat together and celebrate our precious teacher. \nEditors note:  Healthy\, less sugary and homemade foods are encouraged\, and as a bonus challenge\, avoid single use plastic packaging\, and bring your own cutlery to wash at home.  Sustainable Sangha! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/birthday-celebration-for-khenpo-karten-rinpoche-2/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Canceled: The Instructions of Gampopa:  A Precious Garland of the Supreme Path
DESCRIPTION:In keeping with COVID-19 precautions\, the class is canceled until further notice. \nBy the blessings of the Triple Gem Refuge\, may this pandemic be swiftly pacified and may all beings be free from the fear of illness.\n  \nInstructions of Gampopa:  A Precious Garland of the Supreme Path\nFour-Session Teaching and Oral Transmission with Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\nSundays\, March 8-29\, 10:00am – 12:00pm\nManjushri Dharma Center\n724 Forest Avenue in Pacific Grove\n$10.00 donation per class requested\nNo one turned away for lack of funds\n \nThe teachings will be live-streamed and recorded via Facebook–may the teachings help and spread worldwide! \n“Gampopa\, the father of the Kagyu tradition in Tibet\, wrote a number of commentaries on Buddha’s teachings. The most notable are The Jewel Ornament of Liberation and A Precious Garland of the Supreme Path. In A Precious Garland he gives precise instructions on what is needed to develop one’s understanding\, meditation and conduct on the spiritual path. Gampopa succinctly outlines in twenty-eight categories what we need to know in order to perfect our spiritual practice. (note 1).” \nKhenpo Karten Rinpoche\, resident monk and spiritual teacher of the Manjushri Dharma Center\, will lead a four-session teaching and oral transmission of this text\, Sundays 10am-12pm\, March 8-29th.  Rinpoche previously taught on the Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, and he composed and taught on his succinct commentary called the “Excellent Path Of Freedom\, The Jewel Ornament of Liberation in Brief\,” and also taught on the Four Dharmas of Gampopa.   In the Four Dharmas of Gampopa\, one line says:  “May the Dharma become the Path.”   The Precious Garland of the Supreme Path addresses the many facets of turning the Dharma into the Path–bullet points for right actions and intentions.  In addition\, the text includes many inspiring and poetic descriptions of the ultimate nature of mind and reality.    Please join us for the this precious teaching. \nAbout Gampopa: \n“Gampopa lived from 1070 to 1153. He was born in Central Tibet and trained as a doctor. At age 26\, when his family succumbed to an epidemic\, he promised his wife on her deathbed that he would become a monk and devote his life to Buddhism. He eventually met the great yogi Milarepa and became his foremost student. He founded the system of Mahamudra which combines the tantric teachings of the great siddhas of India with the graduated path teachings of Atisha.(note 1)” \n  \nNote 1:  The general description of the text and Gampopa’s life is credited and quoted from Shambala Publications: https://www.shambhala.com/snowlion_articles/the-instructions-of-gampopa/
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-instructions-of-gampopa-a-precious-garland-of-the-supreme-path/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T203000
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SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Tsog Offering
DESCRIPTION:In anticipation of the Tibetan lunar new year\, we will have two days of special prayers honoring Guru Rinpoche\, also known as Padmasambhava. Guru Rinpoche\,the ‘Precious Master’\, is the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. He established the Buddhadharma in Tibet\, and then developed the practice so that all the teachings of Buddha were preserved as a living tradition that has continued down to the present day. \nPlease join us for a special tsog offering puja to observe this auspicious occasion. Attendees are requested to bring tsog offerings like flowers\, fruits\, biscuits\, cheese/crackers\, nuts\, etc. We will arrange a beautiful offering of food and flowers for the Guru\, Three Jewels\, Assembly of Heroes and Heroines\, and we partake in the offerings to honor the divine within. It is a beautiful practice to accumulate merit and purify obscurations. Prayers will be provided and all are welcome! \nSaturday and Sunday\, February 22-23\, 2020\n6:30-8:30pm\nManjushri Dharma Center \nFor questions\, contact: 831-901-3156 or rachelmdc2016@gmail.com.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/guru-rinpoche-tsog-offering/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200213T180000
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SUMMARY:MDC 2020 Annual Retreat at the Wave Street Studio in Monterey
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Annual Retreat to be held at the Wave Street Studio in Monterey\, CA. It will be a 4-day non-residential retreat\, running from Thursday\, February 13 to Sunday\, February 16. The schedule starts at 8 AM each morning\, going until about 6 PM. It will include daily sessions of Amitabha and Green Tara sadhana/prayer recitation\, periods of quiet meditation\, receiving or renewing our Bodhisattva Vows\, and receiving teachings by our precious teacher\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche. There will also be a Q&A session on the last day to give you the opportunity to ask your Dharma questions. \nAnam Thubten\, lecturer and author will be a guest teacher on Saturday\, teaching on the Heart Sutra. \nYou are invited for attend anytime from one day up to all four days as fits your time and schedule. \nRetreat fees: $50/day or $180 for the full 4-days attendance. Financial assistance may be available. \nFor more details about the event and to register\, please visit Eventbright. \nConsider adding a kind donation of any amount to help cover the cost for someone who might otherwise be unable to afford to attend. We wish that everyone who wants to participate may be able to do so. Everyone is welcome to come to the retreat as much as they want. \nIf you seek further information\, call Bob at 831-662-2418 or by email at muellerra@earthlink.net. \nPlease note\, this retreat replaces the January 16 retreat we previously announced. We deeply apologize to all for any initial confusion from our initial notice as our retreat location choices changed.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/mdc-2020-annual-retreat-at-the-wave-street-studio-in-monterey/
LOCATION:Wave Street Studios\, 774 Wave Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200201T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Tibetan Buddhist Iconography
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Tibetan Buddhist Iconography\n& Tour of the Manjushri Dharma Center Shrine Room \nTibetan Vajrayana Buddhism is known for long and rich tradition of symbolism: brilliant colors\, beautiful altar offerings\, mandalas\, deities depicted in paintings and statues\, and more. Understanding the multi-layered meanings of Tibetan Buddhist iconography is crucial\, if we are to fully access the profound meaning of the Vajrayana path and connect to our true nature as Buddhas.\n\nMDC sangha member\, Aaron Joseph (Pema Tsultrim)\, a former monk with a keen interest in Buddhist art and ritual\, will offer a tour of the MDC shrine room to acquaint both newcomers and committed students alike to some of the powerful meaning behind our center’s sacred imagery. Your questions will be addressed throughout the hour.\n\nNo charge. Donations to MDC are welcome and appreciated.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/introduction-to-tibetan-buddhist-iconography/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200111T120000
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SUMMARY:2020 Annual Sangha Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are holding our 2020 Annual Sangha meeting at Manjushri Dharma Center on Saturday\, January 11\, right after our morning meditation session which begins at 10 am. This is a time to reflect on our activities of the past year\, to eagerly seek your input on our direction and events for 2020\, and to elect a new slate of members to serve on the Board. \nYour participation with all of your great ideas and feedback are warmly welcomed. Anyone who has an interest in the Manjushri Dharma Center and the activities of our teacher\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, are invited and encouraged to attend. \nWe hope to see many of you there on January 11. Please spread the word and invite any interested person to attend. \nIn addition to voting in our Board election\, we also seek to widen our leadership expertise by expanding available roles in ways that may align with your skills and interests. \nPlease consider volunteering some of your time and energy in one of the following areas: \nMDC Board (formal positions for a two year term that help set the direction for the MDC) \nPresident (open position) \nVice President\, Operations – Shayna Morse \nSecretary (open position) \nTreasurer (open position) \nSupport Persons (non-Board positions) \nAssistant Treasurer (trained to serve in Treasurer’s absence) (new position) \nVolunteer Coordinator (new position) \nFacility Manager – Keith Larson \nCommunications/Newsletter Editor – Rachel Christopherson \nProgram Development (supports Rinpoche in spiritual events) – Pema/Aaron Joseph \nThe current Board members are available to discuss their role and are available to assist in the transition of new people. Our names and email addresses are listed in the weekly newsletter. If you are interested in seeking more information about how you might help in any of these positions\, please contact me or leave a message about your interest at 831-662-2418. \nPlease offer your help in this gratifying service to Rinpoche\, the Dharma and his growing Sangha! \nSincerely\, \nBob Mueller\, 2019 Board President \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/2020-annual-sangha-meeting-at-manjushri-dharma-center/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191221T183000
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SUMMARY:Annual Winter Solstice Blessing of the Waters
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to meet at Lover’s Point Beach in Pacific Grove on the Winter Solstice\, 12/21\, at 5:30 pm as Khenpo Karten Rinpoche conducts a blessing ritual to heal the environment\, restore balance and harmony to the elements\, and to request protection from the unseen world of spiritual beings called nagas who care for the waters. We will join Rinpoche in chanting a short prayer for outer and inner peace\, scattering flower petals in the waters.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/annual-winter-solstice-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:20191119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191119T203000
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SUMMARY:Lhabab Duchen Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, November 19\, at 7:00 pm we will celebrate the auspicious day of Lhabab Duchen\, one of the most holy days in the Buddhist calendar. It commemorates the Buddha’s descent to the human world from the Heavenly Realms where his mother had been reborn shortly after giving birth. In order to repay her kindness\, he taught the Dharma to her and other gods there before once again Turning the Wheel of Dharma for our benefit. \nOn this day\, all the karmic effects of our actions are multiplied many millions of times. For this reason\, virtuous conduct and group spiritual practice\, dedicated for the benefit of all “mother sentient beings”\, is emphasized. \nWe will recite the Lama Chopa\, a prayer of deep devotion to Khenpo Karten Rinpoche’s precious guru\, Kyabje Sangye Tenzin Rinpoche\, as well as to all of our spiritual teachers. We will recite the text composed by Rinpoche entitled “The Guru Practice: Rain of Blessings”. \nIf you don’t have a copy of the text to bring with you\, we will have copies for use. \nThe suggested donation is $15. Everyone is welcome regardless of ability to make a donation.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/lhabab-duchen-celebration/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191116T180000
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SUMMARY:Please join us for a Daylong Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to announce that MDC is hosting a daylong retreat involving meditation and teachings by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche on Saturday\, November 16\, 2019 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Rinpoche will give teachings on the classic Dharma instruction known as “Parting from the Four Attachments”\, by Drakpa Gyaltsen\, a great 12th Century Sakya yogi. It offers a concise description on how to deepen our spiritual practices and how to transform our body\, speech and mind into a vehicle for liberation. It is considered one of the jewels of writing in Tibetan Buddhism. \nTranslation will be provided by Rinpoche’s interpreter\, Jampa Tharchin (David Molk). \nPlease bring your own lunch. Tea and healthy snacks will be provided in the afternoon. \nA suggested donation of $35 is requested. No one will be turned away due to lack of payment. \n\n[paypal_donation_button align=”left” price=”35.00″]
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-22-2019-11-16/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
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SUMMARY:(Canceled) "37 Practices of a Bodhisattva" composed by Ngulchu Thogme Zangpo
DESCRIPTION:We will start a discussion on the “37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” composed by Ngulchu Thogme Zangpo. \nThe class will be held every Wednesday until completion. We are looking forward to seeing you there! \nThis event is free to all\, though donations are appreciated.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-eight-verses-for-training-of-the-mind-written-by-2019-10-09-2019-10-30/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191024T203000
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SUMMARY:Public Teaching on the Three Sense Doors: Body\, Speech and Mind
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 24th\, 2020\n7:00 pm to 8:30 pm\nWave Street Studios\n774 Wave Street\, Monterey\, CA\n\nIn this public talk\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, a very caring and compassionate teacher in the Kagu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism\, will give a clear and accessible teaching on the meaning of Mindfulness\, the Three Sense Doors\, and how to put an understanding of them into daily practice. We invite you to take advantage of this special opportunity. Whether you are a Buddhist\, curious about Buddhism\, or have an interest in comparative religions\, this program will be insightful and beneficial. \nSuggested donation: $20\nAll are welcome to attend regardless of ability to make donation .
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/public-teaching-on-the-three-sense-doors-body-speech-and-mind/
LOCATION:Wave Street Studios\, 774 Wave Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class,Discussion/Support,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
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SUMMARY:Canceled:  "37 Practices of a Bodhisattva" composed by Ngulchu Thogme Zangpo
DESCRIPTION:In keeping with COVID-19 precautions\, the class is canceled until further notice.  By the blessings of the Triple Gem Refuge\, may this pandemic be swiftly pacified and may all beings be free from the fear of illness. \n  \nWe will start a discussion on the “37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” composed by Ngulchu Thogme Zangpo. \nThe class will be held every Wednesday until completion. We are looking forward to seeing you there! \nThis event is free to all\, though donations are appreciated.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-eight-verses-for-training-of-the-mind-written-by-2019-10-09/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190923T193133Z
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SUMMARY:Group chanting of "Om Mani Peme Hung"
DESCRIPTION:Following meditation from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm you are invited to stay for group chanting of “Om Mani Peme Hung\,” in collaboration with the 9th Annual Mantrathon for World Peace and Healing. Basic instructions on how to recite the mantra will be provided.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/group-chanting-of-om-mani-peme-hung/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190929T163000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
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SUMMARY:Mantrathon For World Peace & Healing
DESCRIPTION:Tulku Orgyen Phuntsok Rinpoche and the Odiyana Institute present\nMantrathon for World Peace and Healing. Please visit wisdomcentersc.org for more information. If you can’t attend the event in Santa Cruz\, but wish to still participate\, please read the letter below from Pema Tsultrim (Aaron Joseph): \nDear MDC Sangha Members and Friends\, \nI wish to inform you that Manjushri Dharma Center will not be live-streaming the Mantrathon on its premises this weekend. However\, as a devoted student of both Tulku Orgyen Rinpoche and our precious Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, I warmly invite all MDC sangha to join with the Odiyana Institute sangha in holy dharma practice. \nDuring the retreat \, we hold the collective goal of reciting “Om Mani Peme Hung” at least 1 million times. \nQ: Why chant Om Mani Peme Hung?\nA: Mantra is a Sanskrit word from two roots – “man” (mind) and “tr” (protect). Thus\, mantras “protect the mind” from negativity. The “Six-Syllable” or “Mani” mantra is the manifestation of the Buddha of Compassion (Tibetan: Chenrezig\, Sanskrit: Avalokiteshvara) in the form of sound. These Six Syllables contain the entire path to Enlightenment\, hidden within many profound layers of meaning.There are three ways you can be involved in the Mantrathon: \n1) Attend the retreat in person – Wisdom Center\, 740 Front Street\, Suite 155\, Santa Cruz\nFor registration info\, email me.\nFor a full event schedule\, click HERE\nSuggested donation $10/session or $50/weekend \n2) Attend via live stream – Email me to receive the Zoom link and tune in to any or all teachings and practice sessions from home. Donations to Odiyana Institute are appreciated\, but not required.3) Recite the Six-Syllables: Set aside time to chant “Om Mani Peme Hung” as many times as possible. Chant with a focused mind of love and compassion for all beings\, and dedicate the merit for world peace and healing. \nSubmit your mantra count by NOON ON SUNDAY\, SEPT 29th. Email me your sum total\, with “Mantra Total 2019” in the subject line. In the body of the email\, enter only:(1) Your name(2) Total # number of mantras you recited(3) Optional – Name(s) of specific loved one(s) for dedication of merit\, to be read aloud at dedication ceremony. \nMy email: jwlinthelotus@yahoo.com\nMay All Beings Benefit\, \nPema Tsultrim (Aaron Joseph)\nfor Odiyana Institute and Manjushri Dharma Center \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/mantrathon-for-world-peace-healing/
LOCATION:Wisdom Center of Santa Cruz\, 740 Front Street\, The Galleria #155\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190829T232125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T045308Z
UID:5631-1568538000-1568563200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:MDC Benefit Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:OUR SECOND ANNUAL MDC BENEFIT GARAGE SALE will be held Saturday and Sunday\, September 14 and 15. Time to explore those full closets\, storage containers under the beds\, and your garage! Bring your donations and go home with that frying pan or perfect dress! \nWe’re also going to have a table with Dhama items (malas\, bags\, etc.) \nSaturday Sept. 14th\, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Sunday\, Sept. 15th\, 9:00 to 4:00. Last year everything disappeared!  If you can drop off any items that are in good condition that you wish to donate for sale on Friday the 13th\, that will give us more time to sort and price. If you have questions or need help\, call Diana Slattery (518) 423-8272 or Keith Larson (760) 670-7344. \nVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help with sorting\, pricing\, and displaying smaller items on tables\, and a couple of strong backs to help move large items.  Volunteers on the spot early get first pick of everything: clothing\, books\, kitchen-ware\, furniture\, etc. \nCash and checks are accepted. \nNote: SATURDAY MEDITATION on the 14th will be held at 10 AM as usual.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/mdc-benefit-garage-sale-2019-09-15/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190914T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190914T163000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190829T232125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T045013Z
UID:5629-1568449800-1568478600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:MDC Benefit Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:OUR SECOND ANNUAL MDC BENEFIT GARAGE SALE will be held Saturday and Sunday\, September 14 and 15. Time to explore those full closets\, storage containers under the beds\, and your garage! Bring your donations and go home with that frying pan or perfect dress! \nWe’re also going to have a table with Dhama items (malas\, bags\, etc.) \nSaturday Sept. 14th\, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Sunday\, Sept. 15th\, 9:00 to 4:00. Last year everything disappeared!  If you can drop off any items that are in good condition that you wish to donate for sale on Friday the 13th\, that will give us more time to sort and price. If you have questions or need help\, call Diana Slattery (518) 423-8272 or Keith Larson (760) 670-7344. \nVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help with sorting\, pricing\, and displaying smaller items on tables\, and a couple of strong backs to help move large items.  Volunteers on the spot early get first pick of everything: clothing\, books\, kitchen-ware\, furniture\, etc. \nCash and checks are accepted. \nNote: SATURDAY MEDITATION on the 14th will be held at 10 AM as usual.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/mdc-benefit-garage-sale/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190715T164757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190901T185220Z
UID:5663-1567936800-1567940400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Class Canceled\, No Mind-Training Practice Series This Week
DESCRIPTION:Mind-Training Practice Series is canceled this week. We will resume class next week. Thanks!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/new-mdc-practice-series-announced-2019-09-08/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190907T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20180407T135415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190901T190444Z
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SUMMARY:A Very Special Saturday Morning Meditation with Blessings from His Holiness the Dalai Lama Through Our Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:During Rinpoche’s audience with HHDL he was given a Buddha statue\, a blessing and the request to offer a blessing to our sangha. To receive this wonderful blessing from HHDL through our Rinpoche\, please attend our 9/7 Saturday morning meditation starting at 10 am at which time Rinpoche will give a teaching on Gampopa\, on his visit with HHDL and bestow the blessing on each person present. Please don’t miss this opportunity. Afterwards\, we enjoy tea together. A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-22-2019-09-07/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190906T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190829T233436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T233526Z
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SUMMARY:Rinpoche Featured in Monarch Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Our own Khenpo Karten Rinpoche will be featured in “Words of Truth”\, created by local artist\, Bob Pacelli at The Monarch Film Festival. The film is part of the Bob Pacelli Showcase on Friday\, September 6th at 7:30 pm\, Lighthouse Cinemas located at 525 Lighthouse Ave in Pacific Grove. \nMore information about the film festival can be found at monarchfilmfestival.com.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monarch-film-festival/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Cinemas\, 525 Lighthouse Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190818T225124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T230136Z
UID:5607-1566412200-1566415800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:The Eight Verses for Training of the Mind written by
DESCRIPTION:How can one free themself from the demon of self-concern and absorption? How can one implement compassion and concern for all beings\, even though we may dislike or even see them as an enemy? These are some of the challenges we face in our daily lives and more. \nThese instructions are found in the Eight Verses for Training of the Mind. His Holiness the Dali Lama refers to the Eight Verses as one of his main sources of inspiration. \nThe class will be held every Wednesday until completion. We are looking forward to seeing you there! \nThis event is free to all\, though donations are appreciated.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-eight-verses-for-training-of-the-mind-written-by/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190818T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190819T040314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T040429Z
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SUMMARY:Stone Soup for Our Sangha\, A Healing Ceremony for Manjushri Dharma Center
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us as we pray for healing among our Sangha Community and the World. We will come together in powerful guided meditation for healing our spirits\, followed by a nurturing “Stone Soup” lunch made by all of us.\nPlease arrive a bit early\, at 9:45 a.m.\, if you’d like to participate in sage smudging to cleanse our Dharma Center. Otherwise\, we’ll gather at 10 AM to jointly make our Stone Soup. Please bring chopped vegetables of your choice to add to a vegetarian broth. The soup will simmer during our ceremony to be ready for lunch. (To learn more about the traditional Stone Soup story\, check out this link! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Soup)\nFollowing our soup preparation\, Heidi Feldman\, founding MDC board member\, will briefly recount the history of the Dharma Center. Then MDC Program Coordinator Pema Tsultrim (Aaron Joseph) will offer a Tibetan healing practice for the Sangha. He received this practice from his root teacher\, who gave him permission to perform it for others with right motivation. Participants will be invited to sit or lie down comfortably (bring a shawl or small blanket if desired) and meditate or rest silently to receive the powerful healing blessings of the practice\, with its haunting melody and instrumentation.\nAfter the ceremony\, we will all gather to enjoy our Stone Soup.\nWe hope that many of our Sangha members can join us for this very special event. Rinpoche will be very happy to know that we have all come together in this meaningful ceremony. Please come and share in our community soup as we participate in this special ceremony to help with healing in this troubled world and within our own hearts.\nTo RSVP or if you have any questions about the event\, please call Heidi Feldman\nat 831/372-7873.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/stone-soup-for-our-sangha-a-healing-ceremony-for-manjushri-dharma-center/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20180408T154737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220103T042939Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers--Online
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday evenings as Khenpo Karten Rinpoche leads us in chanted prayers recited in Tibetan and English online as we shelter in place.  Sometimes we will practice the prayers of Medicine Buddha (Buddha of Infinite Healing)\, creating the causes for a world that is healed from illness and disease.  You can find a link to the prayer text here:  MedicineBuddhaPuja_༄༅།-།སྨན་བླའི་སྒྲུབས་ཐབས་བཞུགས་སོ།-།.pdf \nAt other times we may practice Guru Rinpoche prayers\, also known as Padmasambhava or the Precious Master\, is the founder of Tibetan Buddhism.  The texts for those prayers are here: main text is Trinley Nyingpo\, the “Essence of Enlightened Activity\,” is the concise Guru Rinpoche sadhana practice from the Tugdrub Barche Kunsel  and also the lineage text Thugdrup Barched Kunsel Lineage Prayer\, and also the abbreviated text\, Awakening to the Guru’s Pure Vision. \nOur main Monday night prayer practice has always been Buddha Amitabha (the Buddha of Infinite Light).  Since the Covid shelter-in-place\, we have included the Amitabha mantra in every session\, but now we have a short text we will practice with as well:  Amitabha Prayer Practice.    Additionally\, we now have the long text\, our traditional Monday night practice for Amitabha:  The Recitation for Accomplishment of Sukhavati from the Sky Dharma Mind Terma. \nWe may at times pray the prayers of Green Tara\, the Swift One\, the Heroine.   We are seeking permission from the publisher to post those prayers on our website\, but we will be sure to show them on the screen for these occasions. \nFinally\, we may also at times pray a special set of prayers to Sangye Tenzin Rinpoche\, Khenpo Karten’s root guru:  Guru Yoga\, Rain of Blessings.   \nPlease join us as we wish for all beings to have health and peace of mind. \n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86345470369?pwd=Mk1QQmFXVEdkd1N3RWlrbllNWXNFQT09\nMeeting ID: 863 4547 0369\nPasscode: Peace=Love \nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86345470369#\,\,\,\,*4296739108# US (San Jose)\n+13462487799\,\,86345470369#\,\,\,\,*4296739108# US (Houston) \nDial by your location\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nMeeting ID: 863 4547 0369\nPhone Passcode: 4296739108 (no participant ID\, press # to bypass)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kD7seFIYt \nImage courtesy of Miles McBreen
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-16-2018-04-16-2019-07-29/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190715T164757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T051514Z
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SUMMARY:Mind-Training Practice Series
DESCRIPTION:This session of weekly teachings will begin on several powerful and potentially transformative mind-training practices. These are the 7-point Cause and Effect practice\, Exchanging Self and Others\, and tong-len.\n\n\nThese teachings will be hosted by Bob Mueller\, with prior approval by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, and will involve several sessions discussing the background\, the basis for the practice\, the steps involved and how to work with them in our lives. It will include practice time and Q&A opportunities with each step. There will be the potential to continue this practice on an ongoing basis at our Center. Please strongly consider participating in this special opportunity.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/new-mdc-practice-series-announced/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20180408T154737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190715T162533Z
UID:5370-1563215400-1563220800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Evening Drop-In Silent Practice
DESCRIPTION:On July 3\, Rinpoche left on his 2-month trip to Portland and Asia with our prayers and Best Wishes as he reconnects with his vast sangha and continues to spread the Dharma. We wish him much peace\, joy and some rest on his journey. \nWhile he is gone\, we will continue with the regularly scheduled activities at the Dharma Center. In addition\, the Dharma Center will be open on Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday evenings from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm for any drop-ins seeking a silent\, sacred space to do quiet sitting\, personal meditation\, or for reciting your prayers. You may enter and leave as you wish during those times\, just be respectful of others wish for quiet as you do so.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-16-2018-04-16-2019-07-15/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190708T174631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190708T174631Z
UID:5507-1562697000-1562702400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Evening Drop-In Silent Practice
DESCRIPTION:On July 3\, Rinpoche left on his 2-month trip to Portland and Asia with our prayers and Best Wishes as he reconnects with his vast sangha and continues to spread the Dharma. We wish him much peace\, joy and some rest on his journey. \nWhile he is gone\, we will continue with the regularly scheduled activities at the Dharma Center. In addition\, the Dharma Center will be open on Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday evenings from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm for any drop-ins seeking a silent\, sacred space to do quiet sitting\, personal meditation\, or for reciting your prayers. You may enter and leave as you wish during those times\, just be respectful of others wish for quiet as you do so.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/evening-drop-in-silent-practice/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190706T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190706T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190602T052443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T052447Z
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SUMMARY:His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 84th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 6\, we will celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 84th Birthday with a special long-life prayer at 11:00 AM\, immediately following our regular 10 AM morning meditation. Come celebrate with us in the wish for the long life of this great Being.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/his-holiness-the-dalai-lamas-84th-birthday/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190602T051537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T051731Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Medicine Buddha Festival and Cultural Fair
DESCRIPTION:Our sangha will attend the Annual Medicine Buddha Festival and Cultural Fair\, Saturday\, June 22\, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Land of Medicine Buddha Center. It is described as “an amazing daylong event full of blessings and fun for everyone!” \nThe day will include a Medicine Buddha Thangka procession at 11 AM\, music and dance performances throughout the day\, food (including momos) and drink\, information on Buddhist group activities\, a kid’s area\, and opportunities for shopping. \nFor those who want to carpool\, we will be leaving MDC promptly at 9 AM. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/annual-medicine-buddha-festival-and-cultural-fair/
LOCATION:Land of Medicine Buddha\, 5800 Prescott Road\, Soquel \, CA\, 95073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190621T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190526T011406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190526T011409Z
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SUMMARY:The Summer Solstice Blessing of the Waters
DESCRIPTION:June 21 is the Summer Solstice\, the first day of Summer. On this day\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, a Tibetan Buddhist monk and the Spiritual Director of the Manjushri Dharma Center in Pacific Grove\, will offer a Water Blessing Ceremony at Lovers’ Point Beach. \n  \nThe blessing will honor the earth’s elements as we join in chanting a prayer for the earth’s protection. This is a powerful and poignant way to gather in community in celebration of the longest daylight time of the year and the recognition of the start of a new season. \n  \nParticipants are invited to share in a group prayer for peace and for the protection of this fragile planet. \n  \nCopies of the peace prayer will be available. You are encouraged to bring fresh flower petals to contribute to this beautiful and moving ceremony. \n  \nThe event is free to all.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/the-summer-solstice-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:20190620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190526T012241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190526T012257Z
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SUMMARY:A Public Teaching by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche on "The Four Seals of Buddhism"
DESCRIPTION:As Buddhism developed and spread throughout the world\, many distinct lineages and philosophical schools emerged. While the various Buddhist traditions differ widely in their prayers and practices\, they are all unified by a belief in the “Four Seals or Characteristics of Dharma”: \nImpermanence \nEmotions resulting in pain/suffering \nEmptiness or Selflessness \nEnlightenment that is beyond concepts \nIn this public talk\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, a very caring and compassionate teacher in the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism\, will give a clear and accessible teaching on the meaning of the Four Seals and how to put an understanding of them into daily practice. \nWe invite you to take advantage of this special opportunity. Whether you are a Buddhist\, curious about Buddhism\, or have an interest in comparative religions\, this program will be very insightful and beneficial. \nKhenpo Karten Rinpoche was born in Nangchen\, East Tibet\, and received a traditional monastic education at several of Asia’s greatest Buddhist training centers. He suffered many hardships with the Chinese occupation of Tibet. Upon his escape to India\, Rinpoche was subsequently authorized by the Dalai Lama to come to the West and teach the Dharma. Rinpoche has groups of students in Europe\, Asia\, and North America\, and currently is the Spiritual Director at the Manjushri Dharma Center in Pacific Grove\, CA. \nSuggested donation: $20 \nAll are welcome to attend regardless of ability to make a donation.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/a-public-teaching-by-khenpo-karten-rinpoche-on-the-four-seals-of-buddhism/
LOCATION:Wave Street Studios\, 774 Wave Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class,Discussion/Support,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T064149
CREATED:20190526T184730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190526T184734Z
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SUMMARY:Saga Dawa Duchen\, "Great Occasion"
DESCRIPTION:This is the most important time of the Tibetan Buddhist year\, the 4th month of the lunar calendar. Saga is the name of the most visible star during the month and Dawa means month. It is during this special time that we celebrate the Buddha Shakyamuni’s birth\, enlightenment and parinirvana. \nDuring these days the merits of all of our positive\, virtuous actions of body\, speech and mind are greatly multiplied. This is also a time when any non-virtuous thoughts\, words and actions generate much negative karma. \nIn 2019\, Saga Dawa runs from June 4 to July 2. The 15th day of this lunar month\, Monday\, June 17\, is known as Saga Dawa Duchen which means “great occasion”. This is the single most important and auspicious day in all of Tibetan Buddhism where the merit of our positive karmic actions are multiplied 100\,000 times. MDC will celebrate this day with an Amitabha tsok offering beginning at 6:30 pm. \nA beneficial opportunity during this special month might be the motivation for all of us to renew or re-energize our practice. During this time\, one might do such practices as committing to reading a Buddhist book on a topic you have wanted to explore in more depth\, spending a bit more time each day on your meditation cushion\, and trying ways in which you can express more kindness and compassion for all beings around you. Specific activities that create much merit during this month include: visiting a local temple (such as MDC)\, making a generous donation offering\, and performing volunteer services for the Manjushri Dharma Center or another organization of your choice. \nStepping up your activities by creating a more structured practice period for yourself during this month will result in the creation of great merit\, benefiting yourself and others. Please don’t miss this opportunity to advance your practice during the most auspicious month of the entire Tibetan year. And we hope to see you at the Saga Dawa Duchen celebration on June 17.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saga-dawa-duchen-great-occasion/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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