The Jewel Ornament of Liberation

Saturday 19 February, 10:30am - 1:00pm and 2:30 - 4:30pm

Sunday 20 February, 10:30am - 1:00pm

The Jewel Ornament of Liberation by Gampopa is the key manual of study and practice in the Kagyu tradition. It gives a complete explanation of the Buddhist path from its starting point to the achievement of enlightenment, and is relevant to anyone who has a serious interest in Buddhism. Buddha nature, precious human life, impermanence, karma, suffering, loving kindness, compassion and the six perfections are among the topics covered in the Jewel Ornament of Liberation. Gampopa (1074 - 1153CE)  was the principal student of the great yogin Milarepa and is one of the most highly revered Tibetan Buddhist masters.

Initiation of Vajrasattva*

Sunday 20 February, 2:30 - 4:30pm

Vajrasattva is one of the most important deities in Buddhism, embodying the natural power of enlightened mind. Meditation upon Vajrasattva dissolves all the veils and negativities that obscure our awareness.

*Please note that in order to attend the afternoon’s teaching you need to have made a formal commitment to the Buddhist path through the act of taking refuge. Please contact the centre if you wish to take refuge before the initiation.

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