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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
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SUMMARY:Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:The Medicine Buddha puja purifies and heals on all levels: physical\, mental\, spiritual\, and environmental. It is considered particularly powerful for people who are sick or have recently died\, and for bringing both temporal success and the ultimate success of enlightenment.\nWe practice <> by Panchen Losang Chokyi Gyaltsen. \nYou are welcome to come as an observer or participant in this beneficial practice within a supportive community. There is no charge to participate\, and you are welcome to make an offering of food or flowers to create merit\, or positive energy. \nBecause this is a practice belonging to Action Tantra\, it is best not to eat black foods (including meat\, eggs\, onion\, garlic\, and radishes) on the day of the puja. It is also best to avoid these foods in offerings. For food offerings\, plant-based options are fantastic!
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/medicine-buddha-puja-2-2021-11-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T164730Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-11-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Love-Compassion-Meditation-THUMBNAIL.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19644-1637067600-1637071200@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160230Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Puja
DESCRIPTION:A potent practice for removing obstacles to achieving liberation and enlightenment for all sentient beings.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/guru-rinpoche-puja-2-2021-11-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T210000
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CREATED:20210402T160227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160227Z
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SUMMARY:Cittamani Tara Puja
DESCRIPTION:Cittamani Tara\, the highest yoga tantra manifestation of the deity Tara\, can lead us to liberation and enlightenment within a single lifetime. Tara\, a female personification of the enlightened mind\, is known as Tara the Liberator\, an embodiment of enlightened activity\, and mother of all the buddhas. On this ultimate level\, she manifests perfect wisdom.\nCittamani Tara Puja is a practice that invokes Cittamani Tara\, well-known as a source of swift assistance in all temporal and spiritual matters. She is called upon to bring success – including for situations involving family\, relationships\, business\, and career – and for protection from all negativities and fears. She is also invoked in times of emergency\, personal distress and difficulty\, health problems\, for the quick removal of obstacles\, and when rapid wisdom is needed. \nThe Cittamani Tara Puja includes four mandala offerings\, fourfold offerings including flowers\, optional prostrations\, and a twofold recitation of the Praises to the 21 Taras. This puja is a powerful support for our Dharma practice and achieving our temporal and ultimate goals. \n“There are so many inner obstacles to the development of your mind\, and these inner obstacles create many outer obstacles. Therefore\, for the success of your Dharma practice\, of your actualizing the graduated path to enlightenment\, you must rely upon a special deity or buddha\, such as Tara.” —Lama Zopa Rinpoche (Kopan Monastery\, May 1987) \nKyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche has specifically advised that the Cittamani Tara Puja be practiced by Shantideva Center.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/cittamani-tara-puja-2-2021-11-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Cittamani-Tara-Painted-by-Lama-Yeshe-228x264.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T164729Z
UID:19441-1636657200-1636662600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-11-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Love-Compassion-Meditation-THUMBNAIL.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19643-1636635600-1636639200@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19642-1636462800-1636466400@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T164727Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-11-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Love-Compassion-Meditation-THUMBNAIL.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19641-1636030800-1636034400@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T180654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T180654Z
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SUMMARY:Knowing Reality: Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way
DESCRIPTION:May the Buddha’s teaching be upheld by countless masters\nWho realize the truth of dependent origination\,\nWhich comes from Nagarjuna\, chief among all philosophers\,\nWho is the single eye through which one can view\nThe truth of reality as taught by the Buddha. Tsongkhapa\, Ocean of Reasoning\nShantideva Center presents a special series on Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way (Mūlamadhyamakakārikā). Scholars of Buddhism\, from Chandrakirti to Tsongkhapa up to the present day have marveled at the electrifying presentation of Madhyamaka philosophy in this foundational text\, composed by the Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna around 150 CE. In its 27 chapters\, this masterwork takes as its subject the Buddha’s teachings on dependent origination\, and applies thorough analyses to an array of metaphysical topics in order to demonstrate the emptiness of inherent existence. \nGain clear understanding of the profound teachings on emptiness from two seasoned scholars\, Geshe Tenzin Namdak from Jamyang Buddhist Center and Professor Georges Dreyfus\, as they guide you through seven key chapters from Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way. This is a rare remote opportunity to study a treasured volume in the wisdom lineage with qualified teachers. \nThe complete series includes 11 sessions spanning seven chapters–the same ones taught by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Follow the entire trajectory\, or drop in at any point. The chapters studied include: \nChapter 26: The 12 Links of Dependent Origination (with Geshe Namdak – 6/20)\nChapter 18: Self and Entities (with Geshe Namdak – 7/18)\nChapter 22: The Tathagata (with Geshe Namdak – 9/19)\nChapters 1 & 15: Conditions & Essence (with Professor Dreyfus – 9/21\, 9/28\, 10/5)\nChapter 24: The Four Noble Truths (with Professor Dreyfus – 10/12\, 10/19\, 10/26)\nChapter 13: Compounded Phenomena (with Professor Dreyfus – 11/2\, 11/9)
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/knowing-reality-nagarjunas-fundamental-wisdom-of-the-middle-way-2021-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Teachings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19640-1635858000-1635861600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-11-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T174149Z
UID:19463-1635696000-1635703200@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lama Tsongkhapa Guru Yoga (Puja)
DESCRIPTION:A powerful practice for receiving the blessings of one’s teacher and developing the realization of guru devotion.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lama-tsongkhapa-guru-yoga-puja-2021-10-31/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Lama-Tsongkhapa-Guru-Yoga-Thumbnail-250-x-250.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T164727Z
UID:19439-1635447600-1635453000@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-10-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Love-Compassion-Meditation-THUMBNAIL.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19639-1635426000-1635429600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-10-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T180654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T180654Z
UID:19599-1635274800-1635280200@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Knowing Reality: Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way
DESCRIPTION:May the Buddha’s teaching be upheld by countless masters\nWho realize the truth of dependent origination\,\nWhich comes from Nagarjuna\, chief among all philosophers\,\nWho is the single eye through which one can view\nThe truth of reality as taught by the Buddha. Tsongkhapa\, Ocean of Reasoning\nShantideva Center presents a special series on Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way (Mūlamadhyamakakārikā). Scholars of Buddhism\, from Chandrakirti to Tsongkhapa up to the present day have marveled at the electrifying presentation of Madhyamaka philosophy in this foundational text\, composed by the Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna around 150 CE. In its 27 chapters\, this masterwork takes as its subject the Buddha’s teachings on dependent origination\, and applies thorough analyses to an array of metaphysical topics in order to demonstrate the emptiness of inherent existence. \nGain clear understanding of the profound teachings on emptiness from two seasoned scholars\, Geshe Tenzin Namdak from Jamyang Buddhist Center and Professor Georges Dreyfus\, as they guide you through seven key chapters from Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way. This is a rare remote opportunity to study a treasured volume in the wisdom lineage with qualified teachers. \nThe complete series includes 11 sessions spanning seven chapters–the same ones taught by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Follow the entire trajectory\, or drop in at any point. The chapters studied include: \nChapter 26: The 12 Links of Dependent Origination (with Geshe Namdak – 6/20)\nChapter 18: Self and Entities (with Geshe Namdak – 7/18)\nChapter 22: The Tathagata (with Geshe Namdak – 9/19)\nChapters 1 & 15: Conditions & Essence (with Professor Dreyfus – 9/21\, 9/28\, 10/5)\nChapter 24: The Four Noble Truths (with Professor Dreyfus – 10/12\, 10/19\, 10/26)\nChapter 13: Compounded Phenomena (with Professor Dreyfus – 11/2\, 11/9)
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/knowing-reality-nagarjunas-fundamental-wisdom-of-the-middle-way-2021-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Teachings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19638-1635253200-1635256800@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-10-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-10-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-10-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T174330Z
UID:19452-1634756400-1634763600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:The Medicine Buddha puja purifies and heals on all levels: physical\, mental\, spiritual\, and environmental. It is considered particularly powerful for people who are sick or have recently died\, and for bringing both temporal success and the ultimate success of enlightenment.\nWe practice <> by Panchen Losang Chokyi Gyaltsen. \nYou are welcome to come as an observer or participant in this beneficial practice within a supportive community. There is no charge to participate\, and you are welcome to make an offering of food or flowers to create merit\, or positive energy. \nBecause this is a practice belonging to Action Tantra\, it is best not to eat black foods (including meat\, eggs\, onion\, garlic\, and radishes) on the day of the puja. It is also best to avoid these foods in offerings. For food offerings\, plant-based options are fantastic!
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/medicine-buddha-puja-2-2021-10-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T180654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T180654Z
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SUMMARY:Knowing Reality: Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way
DESCRIPTION:May the Buddha’s teaching be upheld by countless masters\nWho realize the truth of dependent origination\,\nWhich comes from Nagarjuna\, chief among all philosophers\,\nWho is the single eye through which one can view\nThe truth of reality as taught by the Buddha. Tsongkhapa\, Ocean of Reasoning\nShantideva Center presents a special series on Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way (Mūlamadhyamakakārikā). Scholars of Buddhism\, from Chandrakirti to Tsongkhapa up to the present day have marveled at the electrifying presentation of Madhyamaka philosophy in this foundational text\, composed by the Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna around 150 CE. In its 27 chapters\, this masterwork takes as its subject the Buddha’s teachings on dependent origination\, and applies thorough analyses to an array of metaphysical topics in order to demonstrate the emptiness of inherent existence. \nGain clear understanding of the profound teachings on emptiness from two seasoned scholars\, Geshe Tenzin Namdak from Jamyang Buddhist Center and Professor Georges Dreyfus\, as they guide you through seven key chapters from Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way. This is a rare remote opportunity to study a treasured volume in the wisdom lineage with qualified teachers. \nThe complete series includes 11 sessions spanning seven chapters–the same ones taught by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Follow the entire trajectory\, or drop in at any point. The chapters studied include: \nChapter 26: The 12 Links of Dependent Origination (with Geshe Namdak – 6/20)\nChapter 18: Self and Entities (with Geshe Namdak – 7/18)\nChapter 22: The Tathagata (with Geshe Namdak – 9/19)\nChapters 1 & 15: Conditions & Essence (with Professor Dreyfus – 9/21\, 9/28\, 10/5)\nChapter 24: The Four Noble Truths (with Professor Dreyfus – 10/12\, 10/19\, 10/26)\nChapter 13: Compounded Phenomena (with Professor Dreyfus – 11/2\, 11/9)
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/knowing-reality-nagarjunas-fundamental-wisdom-of-the-middle-way-2021-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Teachings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19636-1634648400-1634652000@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-10-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160230Z
UID:19481-1634324400-1634331600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Puja
DESCRIPTION:A potent practice for removing obstacles to achieving liberation and enlightenment for all sentient beings.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/guru-rinpoche-puja-2-2021-10-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T164726Z
UID:19437-1634238000-1634243400@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Discovering (Self) Compassion: Metta Meditation with Kimberly Brown
DESCRIPTION:When practicing loving-kindness\, it’s best to start wherever you are\, close to yourself. In that way it’s realistic. —Lama Yeshe \nThough compassion is often confused with putting others’ welfare above our own\, real wisdom understands that genuine self-concern is a necessary foundation for kindness and compassion toward all beings. In this meditation\, we’ll look at the difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence\, transform emotional barriers and resistance\, and practice responding to self-judgment and criticism with understanding and patience. \nThis program is open to everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience with meditation is necessary.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/discovering-self-compassion-metta-meditation-with-kimberly-brown-2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160225Z
UID:19635-1634216400-1634220000@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join us during your lunch break to pause\, center\, refresh\, and welcome the rest of the day with a happier and more peaceful mind! Meditation is a powerful tool for healing and reducing stress. During our lunchtime session\, participants will be guided through establishing an optimal posture for the body and mind using traditional meditation techniques. Relaxation and focus will help generate a positive outlook for the rest of the day. Join us for 40 minutes or one hour (the last 20 minutes are not guided).
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shantidevanyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Lunchtime-Meditation-Sidebar-e1620931019805.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T160227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T160227Z
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SUMMARY:Cittamani Tara Puja
DESCRIPTION:Cittamani Tara\, the highest yoga tantra manifestation of the deity Tara\, can lead us to liberation and enlightenment within a single lifetime. Tara\, a female personification of the enlightened mind\, is known as Tara the Liberator\, an embodiment of enlightened activity\, and mother of all the buddhas. On this ultimate level\, she manifests perfect wisdom.\nCittamani Tara Puja is a practice that invokes Cittamani Tara\, well-known as a source of swift assistance in all temporal and spiritual matters. She is called upon to bring success – including for situations involving family\, relationships\, business\, and career – and for protection from all negativities and fears. She is also invoked in times of emergency\, personal distress and difficulty\, health problems\, for the quick removal of obstacles\, and when rapid wisdom is needed. \nThe Cittamani Tara Puja includes four mandala offerings\, fourfold offerings including flowers\, optional prostrations\, and a twofold recitation of the Praises to the 21 Taras. This puja is a powerful support for our Dharma practice and achieving our temporal and ultimate goals. \n“There are so many inner obstacles to the development of your mind\, and these inner obstacles create many outer obstacles. Therefore\, for the success of your Dharma practice\, of your actualizing the graduated path to enlightenment\, you must rely upon a special deity or buddha\, such as Tara.” —Lama Zopa Rinpoche (Kopan Monastery\, May 1987) \nKyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche has specifically advised that the Cittamani Tara Puja be practiced by Shantideva Center.
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/cittamani-tara-puja-2-2021-10-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143748
CREATED:20210402T180654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T180654Z
UID:19597-1634065200-1634070600@shantidevanyc.org
SUMMARY:Knowing Reality: Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way
DESCRIPTION:May the Buddha’s teaching be upheld by countless masters\nWho realize the truth of dependent origination\,\nWhich comes from Nagarjuna\, chief among all philosophers\,\nWho is the single eye through which one can view\nThe truth of reality as taught by the Buddha. Tsongkhapa\, Ocean of Reasoning\nShantideva Center presents a special series on Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way (Mūlamadhyamakakārikā). Scholars of Buddhism\, from Chandrakirti to Tsongkhapa up to the present day have marveled at the electrifying presentation of Madhyamaka philosophy in this foundational text\, composed by the Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna around 150 CE. In its 27 chapters\, this masterwork takes as its subject the Buddha’s teachings on dependent origination\, and applies thorough analyses to an array of metaphysical topics in order to demonstrate the emptiness of inherent existence. \nGain clear understanding of the profound teachings on emptiness from two seasoned scholars\, Geshe Tenzin Namdak from Jamyang Buddhist Center and Professor Georges Dreyfus\, as they guide you through seven key chapters from Nagarjuna’s Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way. This is a rare remote opportunity to study a treasured volume in the wisdom lineage with qualified teachers. \nThe complete series includes 11 sessions spanning seven chapters–the same ones taught by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Follow the entire trajectory\, or drop in at any point. The chapters studied include: \nChapter 26: The 12 Links of Dependent Origination (with Geshe Namdak – 6/20)\nChapter 18: Self and Entities (with Geshe Namdak – 7/18)\nChapter 22: The Tathagata (with Geshe Namdak – 9/19)\nChapters 1 & 15: Conditions & Essence (with Professor Dreyfus – 9/21\, 9/28\, 10/5)\nChapter 24: The Four Noble Truths (with Professor Dreyfus – 10/12\, 10/19\, 10/26)\nChapter 13: Compounded Phenomena (with Professor Dreyfus – 11/2\, 11/9)
URL:https://shantidevanyc.org/event/knowing-reality-nagarjunas-fundamental-wisdom-of-the-middle-way-2021-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Teachings
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