The essential practice of Kadampa Buddhism is a daily practice of Heart Jewel Prayers with Lamrim meditation.  This is the defining characteristic of a Kadampa Buddhist.

Heart Jewel is a chanted meditation that is a method for receiving attainments through the practice of the Guru Yoga of Je Tsongkhapa.  It also contains prayers to our Dharma Protector, the wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden, who protects our tradition and removes obstacles from our own spiritual practice.  In this weekend retreat, we will learn how to use these chanted prayers as a guided meditation that connects us with our Spiritual Guide and deepens our understanding of the Lamrim (stages of the path) meditations.

To Register: At this point, please register at the door. Walk-ins are welcome!

Cost:  Whole Weekend (Saturday all day and Sunday afternoon): $45 ($40 for students, seniors 62+, and unemployed, and early registration 1 week prior).

Saturday only:  $35 ($30 for students, seniors 62+, and unemployed, and early registration 1 week prior).

Friend and supporter members: $20

Benefactors: free

Includes Saturday lunch

Schedule:

Saturday:

10-11am

11:45am - 12:45pm

Lunch

2-3pm

3:30pm Tara Prayers: Liberation from Sorrow

Sunday:

10:30-11:45am (combined with Meditations for Modern Life class)

1:30-2:45 (includes Q&A)

3:30- 4:45pm Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with offerings

About the Teacher:

Gen Kelsang Norbu is a Buddhist monk and Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center North Carolina.

Gen Norbu was ordained in 2006 by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, and earned the title "Gen" in 2012, indicating that he is a senior ordained teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition of modern Buddhism. 

Gen Norbu is known for his loving and gentle nature and holds a very clear and sharp understanding of Buddha’s teachings. Through his teachings and his personal example, Gen Norbu shows us how to integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily life.