A glimpse into reality – Silent retreat on emptiness
- Standard fee 25
- Members fee 12.50/5
A glimpse into reality – Silent retreat on emptiness
Withdraw from the city chaos and in the stillness of silence explore Buddha’s most profound teaching on the way things really are- emptiness. Like seeing through an illusion, by growing our wisdom our idea of a fixed and inherently existent self, world and others begins to dissolve. In this way we can live in a lighter, more flexible way where constant change and possibility becomes tangible.
“If we realise emptiness directly we will attain permanent liberation from the sufferings of this life and countless future lives; there is no greater meaning than this” – Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Everybody welcome!
Retreat fee: £25 for non-members including a homemade lunch
Speaker
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Kelsang SamaResident TeacherKelsang Sama is a meditation teacher and the Resident Teacher at KMC Manchester.
She has deep experience of and insight into Buddha’s teachings. She is known for her great kindness, sense of humour and special skills in giving practical instructions that show us how to cultivate inner peace and make our lives deeply meaningful.
Hourly Schedule
Schedule
- 10am - 11.15am
- Session 1
- Period of silence
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Speakers:
Kelsang Sama
- 12pm - 1pm
- Session 2
- Period of silence
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Speakers:
Kelsang Sama
- 2pm - 3pm
- Session 3
- Period of silence
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Speakers:
Kelsang Sama
- 3.30pm - 4pm
- Q&A
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Speakers:
Kelsang Sama
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What is a buddhist blessing empowerment?
A Buddhist blessing empowerment is a ceremony in Buddhism where a qualified teacher transmits powerful blessing energy and initiates a student into a particular practice of meditation. It's a guided meditation and ritual designed to awaken the potential for wisdom and compassion within the individual. It's a powerful method for connecting with enlightened beings and receiving their blessings to advance on the spiritual path.
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Who can attend?
Anyone can attend, it is not only for buddhists and everyone can do with a bit of extra positive energy.
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What should I bring?
It is customary to bring an offering of food (vegetarian), snack, or a non alcoholic drink to be given for the main event, the empowerment. This creates a stronger connection with the Buddha and also positivity, as it is a practice of generosity.
Becoming a supporting member is the most economical way to enjoy all our classes, workshops and retreats. Your membership is also a wonderful way to support the Centre’s activities throughout the year. As a registered charity and non-profit organization, all of our activities are dedicated to world peace and all profits go towards the International Temples Project Fund.