Heart Sutra

The Heart Sutra expresses the essence of the Buddha’s wisdom teaching: the realization that all phenomena are empty of inherent existence. Lama Jampa will explain how this insight—far from being abstract or philosophical—is the very key to freedom from suffering and to living with compassion and clarity in our complex modern world.

Initiation of Seven Medicine Buddhas

The Medicine Buddhas embody the enlightened compassion of all the Buddhas, dedicated to relieving the suffering of beings in every realm of existence. Their blessings not only bring peace and health to humans but also extend to animals and all sentient beings, offering protection from illness, fear, and harm. By cultivating devotion and engaging in their practice, we help to liberate beings from the causes of suffering and protect them from rebirth in the lower realms.

Through this initiation, participants will establish a connection with these seven enlightened healers and receive guidance from Lama Jampa on how to meditate upon and recite their names and mantras to generate vast benefit for oneself and others.

This initiation is from the lineage of Shantarakshita and Atisha.