Bodhisattva Way – Take Refuge/Bodhisattva Vows; Aspen – Michael Gregory
October 4, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - October 6, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
The 37 Practices of the Bodhisattva
with
Michael Gregory, Founder
of Mindfulness Meditation Centers
Friday, October 4 at 4:00 PM (MST) - Noon, Sunday, October 6, 2019
—Aspen, Colorado—
Friday: Red Brick Center for the Arts
Saturday and Sunday: Aspen Library (Pitkin County Library)
"The time has come to turn your heart into a temple of fire."
~ Rumi
Recognizing their true potential and letting go of everything which could hinder them on their spiritual journey, Bodhisattvas entrust themselves to the path taught by the Buddha.
Resisting disturbing emotions, they learn to respond to difficult situations in a constructive way. Fully understanding the nature of reality and the illusion-like nature of pleasure and pain, they overcome clinging attachment and aversion. In these ways, Bodhisattvas come to cherish living beings as the source of all happiness and are ultimately able to work solely for the good of all.
Geshe Sonam Rinchen wrote The Thirty-Seven Practices of Bodhisattvas in the fourteenth century. His succinct and simple verses of advice summarize the quintessence of the Mahayana path to perfection.
Gen-la Michael’s oral teachings elucidate these practices for the modern Dharma practitioner and show how we can transform our actions, feelings, and ways of thinking to become Bodhisattvas ourselves.
Everyone will need accessories for this retreat: a bag of rice, an apron, and a plate. For Vajrayana practitioners - please purchase a mandala set from a local Nepali or Tibetan shop or go online. Two plates are needed. Here are some suggested online sources:
*Enrollment for retreat is open to all. Space is limited and you must sign up to ensure your participation.
Please make sure to have your registration in one week before the retreat.
Retreat fees: Non-members onsite or Zoom: $400.00 MMC Sustaining Path 2 Members are entitled to participate for a reduced fee, onsite or Zoom: $200.00.
If you are having financial difficulties and would still like to participate in our programs, Mindfulness Meditation Centers would be honored to support your path. Please contact Susan Scott, murphyscott3@comcast.net for financial arrangements. Retreat teaching Apx:12 hours.
Retreat Registration: Bodhisattva Way, Aspen, Oct 4-6 2019
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