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SUMMARY:No Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns on July 12th\, so we will cancel book club for the evening and resume on July 19.  \nThe Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings. It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition. The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience. The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented. Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work. Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below. Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma. Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-11-2018-07-12/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted Prayers have been canceled this week.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-16-2018-04-16-2018-07-02/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180621T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Waters:  Summer Solstice 2018
DESCRIPTION:On the Winter and Summer Solstices\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche performs a Water Blessing Ceremony at Lover’s Point in Pacific Grove. This Summer Solstice\, on June 21st at 8pm\, will be the tenth Water Blessing!   The blessing honors all the earth’s elements as Rinpoche chants to pray for their protection. Participants will offer a prayer for world peace.  Please bring flower petals to contribute to this beautiful and moving ceremony. Here’s a video excerpt  from the ceremony on Winter Solstice\, 2014.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/blessing-of-the-waters-summer-solstice-2018/
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:20180616T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180616T120000
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SUMMARY:MDC Member Meeting & Board Elections
DESCRIPTION:Every year in January\, the spiritual community of the Manjushri Dharma Center comes together to reflect on the year past\, envision the year ahead\, and elect new Board Members.   Board Members are volunteers who serve for one or two years\, attending to the day-to-day activities at the center.  This year we nominated a partial board on January 25th\, but there were many roles yet to be filled.   Please join us on Saturday\, June 16 after meditation (roughly 11:15am) as we  elect and re-confirm the 2018 Manjushri Dharma Center Board of Directors.  Nominees for the volunteer Board include: \n\n\nDiana Slattery:  President/Facilities Director/Writer/Membership Director:  Diana will continue her amazing efforts with MDC facilities\, and she will add the responsibility President (hosting monthly meetings\, directing priorities)\, of Writer (creating the content for the weekly newsletter and website)\, and of Membership Director (greeting new members\, maintaining the membership list\,  and creating initiatives around membership and fund-raising).\nAaron Joseph:  Vice President/Events Coordinator:  Aaron (also known as Pema Tsultrim) will fill in for Diana as needed and will help to coordinate special events\, holy day celebrations\, retreats and other events.\nAshley Gamble:  Communications Coordinator :  Ashley will manage the MDC website\, put together and send out the weekly newsletter\, and maintain the newsletter subscriber list.   She may also help out with creating fliers or brochures as needed.\nFoster Smith:  Secretary: Foster will take board meeting minutes\, keep all minutes and important documents for MDC\, check phone and support email once per week\, and promote events to public outlets as needed.\nShayna Morse:  Treasurer:  Shayna will keep track of all donations and the general finances of the Center\, making sure all bills are paid\, and our obligations with property tax exemption are met.\n\nThe first ever MDC Garage Sale will be happening concurrently–stick around and sell some stuff! \nClick here for the Member Meeting Agenda + Year-in-Review. \nClick here for the Bylaws of the Manjushri Dharma Center.   \n\nNot sure if you are a Manjushri Dharma Center member?  Members are people who regularly attend or regularly contribute to Manjushri Dharma Center.  Contact Diana Slattery (rfaithfulscribe@gmail.com) to make sure you are on the official member list!  Members receive special messages from Rinpoche with prayer requests or general info\, and members vote each year for the new Board. \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/mdc-member-meeting-board-elections/
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:20180616T083000
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SUMMARY:2018 MDC Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:OUR FIRST GARAGE SALE will be Saturday and Sunday\, June 16 and 17. Time to peek into those full closets\, storage containers under the beds\, and of course\, the garage! What’s in those boxes you never unpacked after your last move? Bring your donations (we can assist with heavy things) and go home with that special knick-knack\, Dharma book\, or sofa bed! We’re emptying the garage at the Dharma Centre\, and there will be all kinds of furniture\, books\, knick-knacks\, and surprises we have yet to unearth. \nWE’LL BE STARTING AT 8:30 AM and ending whenever a critical mass of things are sold (or not!). Whatever is not sold will be distributed to outlets such as Goodwill and Salvation Army unless you specially let us know that you want to pick up if unsold at the end of the day.  If it’s more convenient for you to drop items off that you wish to donate for sale on Friday\, the 15th\, just contact Diana at (518) 423-8272 for that or any other questions you may have. \nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED to empty the garage\, arrange items on the driveway\, help you with unloading items to donate\, or loading your purchases into vehicles. We’ll also need volunteer help sorting\, pricing\, and displaying smaller items on tables\, and a couple volunteers with trucks to take things away at the end of the sale.  And a few days before the sale\, we can use help making some posters to put up in the immediate area. \nSATURDAY MEDITATION on the 16th  will be at 10 AM as usual. Meditation will be followed by our ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING\, at which we will nominate and vote in a new Board for the Manjushri Dharma Center. \nYou too can breathe a sigh of relief\, saying the magic words\, I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER WITHOUT ALL THAT STUFF!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/2018-mdc-garage-sale/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180529T203000
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SUMMARY:Saga Dawa
DESCRIPTION:Saga Dawa observations take place in the fourth Tibetan month\, honoring Buddha Shakyamuni’s birth\, enlightenment\, and parinirvana. For the whole period\, positive actions are multiplied 100\,000 times\, so practitioners are encouraged to practice Dharma and positive actions as much as possible during this time\, and to refrain from harmful actions with extra mindfulness. Most holy of all is the full moon day of Saga Dawa\, the 15th day of the Tibetan month\, which will fall on Tuesday\, May 29th.   \nPlease join us for an Amitabha 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\, the Three Jewels\, and the 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!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saga-dawa/
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:20180517T183000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings. It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition. The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience. The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented. Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work. Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below. Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma. Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-11-2018-05-17/
LOCATION:MDC Member Private Residence\, Address Given Upon Request\, Email: Support@manjushridharmacenter.org
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180516T200000
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SUMMARY:Tea With Monks From South India of Drepung Loseling Monastery
DESCRIPTION:Dear Sangha\, \nIt is with great joy to inform you about a special event happening tonight here at Manjushri Dharma Center. Monks from south India of Drepung Loseling monastery will come for tea tonight at 7:00 PM. They are currently in residency at Sunset Center in Carmel offering various events including the construction of a beautiful mandala and sacred music and dance for world healing. Please come and join us. I would also appreciate some help with preparing tea for them. If you can help please be here by 6:30 PM. If you’re able\, please bring snacks as well. Thank you! \n-Khenpo Karten \nVisit www.sunsetcenter.org form more information about the beautiful mandala and sacred music and dance for world healing.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/tea-with-monks-from-south-india-of-drepung-loseling-monastery/
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:20180510T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180510T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings. It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition. The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience. The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented. Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work. Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below. Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma. Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-11-2018-05-10/
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:20180505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180505T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.  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-22-2018-05-05/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:This week we are discussing Chapter 13\, the Perfection of Moral Ethics (same as last week) and book club participants are cordially invited to meet at the home of Shayna Morse\, our new MDC Board Treasurer. Please email Shayna to receive the address: Edovid@aol.com. Even if you don’t have the book or have not read ahead\, you are encouraged to drop in and join the enriching discussion as we support each other in our spiritual practice\, and deepen our understanding of this precious text. \nThe Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings. It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition. The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience. The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented. Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work. Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below. Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma. Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-11-2018-05-03/
LOCATION:MDC Member Private Residence\, Address Given Upon Request\, Email: Support@manjushridharmacenter.org
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180416T200000
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayers are an important component of training in spiritual life. They help us to still our mind\, connect with the Buddhas and receive blessings. Join us on Monday evenings as Rinpoche leads us in chanted prayers recited in Tibetan and English.  Prayers are typically those of Amitabha Buddha (Buddha of Infinite Light)\, but occasionally also Avalokiteshvara Buddha (Buddha of Infinite Compassion) or Medicine Buddha (Buddha of Infinite Healing). We imagine a world transformed\, purified\, and at peace.  Beginners to advanced practitioners are welcome\, prayer books are provided. Free of charge\, but donations are welcome.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-16-2018-04-16/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180408T160420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180611T055712Z
UID:4448-1523557800-1523563200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings. It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition. The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience. The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented. Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work. Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below. Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma. Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-11/
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:20180409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180408T154737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180408T212947Z
UID:4407-1523298600-1523304000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayers will continue next week\, Monday April 16.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-16/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180407T142348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180408T193525Z
UID:4376-1523188800-1523194200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Welcome Home Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:Update: Rinpoche’s flight arrived early and he is back\, recuperating from his long travels now. We will let him rest now and we look forward to seeing him soon. \nOriginal Post: After a three month trip to India\, Singapore\, and Malaysia where Rinpoche received teachings from His Holiness the Dalai Lama\, was joyfully reunited with his family and friends\, and where he taught Dharma to his students in these beautiful parts of the world\, we are so happy to announce that our kind teacher\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche\, will return home on Sunday\, April 8th\, flying into San Francisco at roughly 10:00 AM.  The community is invited to gather at the Manjushri Dharma Center to welcome back our teacher with warmth and enthusiasm. We will line up upon his arrival and present katas: white\, ceremonial scarves that are a sign of respect and symbolic blessings. Participants are encouraged to bring offerings such as flowers for the alter\, fruits\, vegetables\, or healthy\, homemade meals to stock Rinpoche’s refrigerator. (No sugary sweets please). Participants may also bring snacks for the community to enjoy while we await Rinpoche’s arrival\, which will be sometime between noon and 1:30 PM approximately. Come enjoy visiting together and help to welcome home Rinpoche!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/please-help-us-welcome-home-rinpoche/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180407T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180401T193925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180401T193925Z
UID:4239-1523095200-1523098800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday mornings for meditation practice. This will be our final student led meditation class\, with a brief reading from Rinpoche’s “Meditation 101” or brief video shown\, followed by silent meditation. We will delight our teacher by putting his teachings into practice as we learn to consciously relax our bodies\, calm our minds\, and ultimately experience our own minds directly\, naturally\, and blissfully. 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-21/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180401T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180401T194337Z
UID:4243-1522953000-1522958400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings.  It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition.   The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience.  The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented.    Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work.   Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below.  Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma.  Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-7/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180401T194122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180401T194122Z
UID:4241-1522693800-1522699200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Practice
DESCRIPTION:Typically on Monday nights we gather together to transform ourselves and our world through chanted prayers. We will take a brief break this week\, and anticipate resuming our practice on Monday\, April 9th. Using the prayers of Amitabha Buddha (Infinite light)\, Buddha Avalokiteshvara (Infinite Compassion) or Medicine Buddha (Infinite Healing)\, we get in touch with a sense of gratitude\, receive blessings\, purify negativity\, and practice seeing ourselves and our world as pure beings\, free from all suffering. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-practice/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T232624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180207T184612Z
UID:4195-1522490400-1522494000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday mornings for meditation practice.  In Rinpoche’s absence\, meditation class will be student-led\, with a brief reading from Rinpoche’s “Meditation 101” or brief video shown\, followed by silent meditation.  We will delight our teacher by putting his teachings into practice as we learn to consciously relax our bodies\, calm our minds\, and ultimately experience our own minds directly\, naturally\, and blissfully.   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-20/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T231745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180325T013205Z
UID:4185-1522348200-1522353600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings.  It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition.   The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience.  The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented.    Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work.   Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below.  Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma.  Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-12/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T230644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T230644Z
UID:4171-1522089000-1522094400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.  Join us for student-led chanted prayers of Amitabha Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light\, or Chenrezig/Avalokiteshvara Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Compassion.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided.  Chanted prayers are always free of charge.   Donations are not expected\, but always welcome.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-20/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T232507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T232507Z
UID:4193-1521885600-1521889200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday mornings for meditation practice.  In Rinpoche’s absence\, meditation class will be student-led\, with a brief reading from Rinpoche’s “Meditation 101” or brief video shown\, followed by silent meditation.  We will delight our teacher by putting his teachings into practice as we learn to consciously relax our bodies\, calm our minds\, and ultimately experience our own minds directly\, naturally\, and blissfully.   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-19/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/meditation-857916_960_720.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180322T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T231511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T231511Z
UID:4181-1521743400-1521748800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings.  It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition.   The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience.  The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented.    Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work.   Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below.  Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma.  Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\nThursday\, January 4th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\n\nThursday\, January 11th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\n\nThursday\, January 18:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\n\nThursday\, January 25:  No book club due to All-Sangha Meeting \nThursday\, February 1st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\n\nThursday\, February 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\n\nThursday\, February 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\n\nThursday\, February 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\n\nThursday\, March 1st: 6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\n\nThursday\, March 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 29nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\n\nNote:  Rinpoche returns on March 30th\, and we will ask his permission to continue our book club on Thursdays at the Center.  \nThursday\, April 5th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\n\nThursday\, April 12th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\n\nThursday\, April 19th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\n\nThursday\, April 26th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\n\nThursday\, May 3rd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\n\nThursday\, May 10:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\n\nThursday\, May 17th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\n\nThursday\, May 24th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\n\nThursday\, May 31st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-10/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T230524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T230524Z
UID:4169-1521484200-1521489600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.  Join us for student-led chanted prayers of Amitabha Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light\, or Chenrezig/Avalokiteshvara Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Compassion.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided.  Chanted prayers are always free of charge.   Donations are not expected\, but always welcome.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-19/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/AMITABHA_BUDDHA.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T232410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T232410Z
UID:4191-1521280800-1521284400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday mornings for meditation practice.  In Rinpoche’s absence\, meditation class will be student-led\, with a brief reading from Rinpoche’s “Meditation 101” or brief video shown\, followed by silent meditation.  We will delight our teacher by putting his teachings into practice as we learn to consciously relax our bodies\, calm our minds\, and ultimately experience our own minds directly\, naturally\, and blissfully.   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-18/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/meditation-857916_960_720.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180315T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180315T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T081647
CREATED:20180129T231408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T231408Z
UID:4179-1521138600-1521144000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings.  It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition.   The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience.  The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented.    Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work.   Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below.  Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma.  Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\nThursday\, January 4th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\n\nThursday\, January 11th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\n\nThursday\, January 18:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\n\nThursday\, January 25:  No book club due to All-Sangha Meeting \nThursday\, February 1st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\n\nThursday\, February 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\n\nThursday\, February 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\n\nThursday\, February 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\n\nThursday\, March 1st: 6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\n\nThursday\, March 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 29nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\n\nNote:  Rinpoche returns on March 30th\, and we will ask his permission to continue our book club on Thursdays at the Center.  \nThursday\, April 5th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\n\nThursday\, April 12th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\n\nThursday\, April 19th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\n\nThursday\, April 26th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\n\nThursday\, May 3rd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\n\nThursday\, May 10:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\n\nThursday\, May 17th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\n\nThursday\, May 24th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\n\nThursday\, May 31st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-9/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.  Join us for student-led chanted prayers of Amitabha Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light\, or Chenrezig/Avalokiteshvara Buddha\, the Buddha of Infinite Compassion.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided.  Chanted prayers are always free of charge.   Donations are not expected\, but always welcome.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-18/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Class
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SUMMARY:Tibetan Uprising Day
DESCRIPTION:Since 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. Stand up against this repression and violence.  Lend your voice to peace\, justice\, and freedom:  Support Tibet!  Join us on Saturday\, March 10th\, 12:30pm to 1:30pm at Windows on the Bay as we join international protests in support of Tibetan freedom. Signs provided. Please note: Protesters cannot step into the street or hand out leaflets to cars\, as per a city safety mandate. \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. \n\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 \n\n\n\n \nUpdate: Notes From The Day\nThank you to all who came out to represent the Monterey Bay on the International Day of Action\, Tibetan Uprising Day\, Saturday\, March 10\, 2018. We were small but mighty\, and joined hundreds of thousands of others worldwide to demand human rights and dignity for a free Tibet.  \n\n\nWhat can you do? There are three postcards with specific requests you can make available at the Center through the month of March.   Fill one out (or all three!) and we will mail them at the end of the month. \n\n\nACTION #1 \nSend a postcard to John W. Henry\, owner of the Liverpool Football Club to protest their sponsorship deal with Tibet Water Resources Limited\, a company using water as a weapon in Tibet \nTibet Water Resources Limited (TWRL) exploits the natural resources of Tibet\, a country that has been under brutal military occupation for nearly 70 years. Now one of the world’s biggest football teams\, Liverpool FC\, have signed a sponsorship deal with them. Companies like TWRL are only able to take Tibet’s resources because of the occupation\, an occupation propped up by repression and human rights abuses. Its brand — and now Liverpool FC — lend legitimacy to the occupation and the accompanying violence and repression. The Chinese government knows it can only continue to get away with repression in Tibet if its occupation has legitimacy. And associating Tibet with major global brands like Liverpool FC is a great way to normalize the brutal situation. Premier League clubs have never been richer\, with Liverpool receiving over £148m from TV and prize money last year. The club has also just returned to the Champions League\, earning them tens of millions more — they can easily afford to drop this reckless deal. \nSend an email to Owner John Henry and the Liverpool Football Club via the Free Tibet website: https://freetibet.co.uk/liverpool-fc  \nLiverpool Football Club\nAnfield Road\nLiverpool\nL4 OTH\, ENGLAND \nACTION #2  \nSend a postcard to the U.S. Embassy in Chinain 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. \nSend an email in support of Tashi Wangchuk via the Free Tibet website: https://www.freetibet.org/take-action \nSend a postcard to the U.S. Embassy in China \nUnited States Embassy of Beijing\, China\nAmbassador Terry Branstad\nNo. 55 An Jia Lou Lu\nPeople’s Republic of China\, 100600 \nACTION #3 \nSend a postcard to the Chinese Embassy in the US 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. The first round of demolitions and removals\, carried out in July of 2017\, reduced large areas of the site to rubble and caused widespread distress among Tibetans. Residents 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. \nSend an email to Chinese Embassy in the US via the Free Tibet website: https://freetibet.org/urgent-action-larung-gar-buddhist-academy \nSend a postcard to the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. \nChinese Embassy in United States\n3505 International Place\, N.W.\nWashington\, D.C. 20008 \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/tibetan-uprising-day-2/
LOCATION:Windows on the Bay\, Corner of Del Monte and Camino El Estero\, Monterey\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday mornings for meditation practice.  In Rinpoche’s absence\, meditation class will be student-led\, with a brief reading from Rinpoche’s “Meditation 101” or brief video shown\, followed by silent meditation.  We will delight our teacher by putting his teachings into practice as we learn to consciously relax our bodies\, calm our minds\, and ultimately experience our own minds directly\, naturally\, and blissfully.   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-17/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Thargyen Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Jewel Ornament of Liberation\, also known as the Thargyen\, was originally composed by Ven. Gampopa (1079-1153) and presents in one text all of Buddha’s 84\,000 teachings.  It is a kind step-by-step outline of the path to enlightenment\, and a primary text in the Kagyu tradition.   The 2018 book club commentary is a teaching by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, given over four months specifically for a western audience.  The language is simple and the concepts are clearly presented.    Using this commentary and discussing how to put the teachings into practice in daily life\, we will be well-prepared to continue our study once Khenpo Karten Rinpoche returns to teach his beautiful 80-verse summary of this seminal work.   Details on the book club text and an outline of topics is below.  Even if you cannot read the chapters ahead\, the discussion of each topic will help us to better understand the path of Dharma.  Join us on Thursday evenings as we discuss the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. \nBook Club Book Details:\nJewel Ornament of Liberation\, commentary by:  Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche\, ISBN:  1-877294-27-6\nOriginally published in 2003\, updated 2014\, Namo Buddha Publications and Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal Trust Publications. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAvailable on Amazon (2014 update\, white cover) for roughly 30.00:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8120836987/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAvailable from Namse Bangdzo Bookstore (2003 version\, gold cover) for roughly 40.00\nhttps://www.namsebangdzo.com/Je_Gampopa_s_The_Jewel_Ornament_of_Liberation_p/12086.htm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\nThursday\, January 4th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 1:  Buddha Nature\n\nThursday\, January 11th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 2:  Precious Human Life\n\nThursday\, January 18:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 3:  The Spiritual Friend\n\nThursday\, January 25:  No book club due to All-Sangha Meeting \nThursday\, February 1st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 4:  Instructions on Impermanence\n\nThursday\, February 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 5:  The Suffering of Samsara\n\nThursday\, February 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 6:  Karma and Its Results\n\nThursday\, February 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 7:  Loving-kindness & Compassion\n\nThursday\, March 1st: 6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 8:  Refuge & Precepts\n\nThursday\, March 8th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 9:  Cultivation of Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 15th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 10:  Training in Aspiring Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 22nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 11:  Training in Action Bodhichitta\n\nThursday\, March 29nd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 12:  The Perfection of Generosity\n\nNote:  Rinpoche returns on March 30th\, and we will ask his permission to continue our book club on Thursdays at the Center.  \nThursday\, April 5th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 13:  The Perfection of Moral Ethics\n\nThursday\, April 12th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 14:  The Perfection of Patience\n\nThursday\, April 19th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 15:  The Perfection of Diligence\n\nThursday\, April 26th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 16:  The Perfection of Meditative Concentration\n\nThursday\, May 3rd:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 17:  The Perfection of Wisdom-Awareness\n\nThursday\, May 10:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 18:  The Aspects of the Five Paths\n\nThursday\, May 17th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 19:  The Levels of the Path\n\nThursday\, May 24th:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 20:  Perfect Buddhahood\n\nThursday\, May 31st:  6:30-8:00pm\, Manjushri Dharma Center \n\nChapter 21:  Activities of the Buddha\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/thursday-evening-thargyen-book-club-8/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion/Support
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