There are two central meditation practices on the Buddhist path: calm abiding and clear seeing. The method of calm abiding (shamatha) is to work with the conceptual mind. When you are able to go beyond that, it is called clear seeing (vipassanā).

While the practice of shamatha allows to settle and stabilize the mind, it does not in and of itself uproot ignorance and delusion. It is vipassanā that allows us to gain insight into the real nature of all phenomena.

Lama Jigmé will teach, based on a favorite text of the Dalai Lama: the middle section of the Bhāvanākrama by Kamalaśīla. These teachings include the nature of mind, how to develop compassion and loving-kindness, and how to establish a union of calm abiding and special insight meditation. This is a great opportunity to learn real meditation, how to develop a proper and stable meditation practice and how to deepen your practice.

Participation

• This study week is suitable and accessible to everyone, members and non-members of Phuntsok Chö Ling, regardless of background or religion and experience with meditation.
• It’s possible to attend the full study week (Friday – Friday), only the midweek (Monday – Friday) or just the weekend (Friday – Sunday).
• The study week can also be followed online. Check for the options when registering.
• If this is the first time you join a teaching of Lama Jigmé, please note this with your registration and let us know whether or not you have experience with meditation

Practical information

Date: Friday 18 to Friday 25 March 2022
Location: Phuntsok Chö Ling, Oostkousdijk 17B, 3024 CL Rotterdam, Netherlands
Times: Friday 18 March, 6:30 – 9:00 PM (doors open 6:00 PM); Saturday 19 to Friday 25 March: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM (doors open 9:00 AM) Short break around 11:30 AM
Online: Are you following the lecture online? When you register, you will receive the link to participate in the Zoom webinar in the confirmation letter.
Language: English
Please note: lunch is not included
Tickets: Discounts are available, see options at registration

For questions or comments, please contact: events@phuntsokcholing.org

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