Retreat Dates: Dec 6-12 2013
Retreat Location: TSL
Driving Directions: From Fairplay, take 9 south towards Hartsel. Go about 7 miles on 9 and take what is basically the first left on Redhill Rd. Turn left into the first driveway (which is the first left), to the house. If you get to the mailboxes, where RedHill Rd. curves left, you went too far. As much as possible, people should car pool.
Accommodations: Limited space is available at the retreat house; bring bedding. Camping ok.
Contact: Steve Ring 303.679.0915 or TSL ((719)-836-2324)
Friday – Prayers and Aspirations 5-6 PM, and community dinner
Saturday Schedule: 9:00 a.m. – registration; 10:00 – 5:00 – retreat.
Sunday Schedule: 9:00 a.m. – registration; 10:00 – 12:00 – retreat.
Weekday Schedule: TBD – this part of the retreat will be daily webcast teachings by Ven. Tenzin
In this retreat, Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi will present “Parting from the Four Attachments,” a teaching universally regarded as one of the jewels of Tibetan Buddhism. According to tradition, Drakpa Gyaltsen (1167-1216) received the teaching as a direct transmission from Manjushri.
These practical teachings are considered to be essential to anyone wanting to genuinely enter the practice of Dharma. Freeing oneself from the four attachments allows the sincere practitioner to recognize and avoid the typical pitfalls encountered on the spiritual path.
It is believed that this teaching has the power to instill realizations on all who receive it with proper intention. Understanding the true nature of mind, that it is the source of all problems and solutions, allows one to alleviate the personal suffering that is caused by ignorance and confusion.
The retreat will consist of teachings, discussion and meditation sessions.
A donation of $300/single or $500/couple is suggested
A donation of $150/single or $250/couple is suggested for the weekend