New York Programs Spring 2019
INTRODUCTION TO TIBETAN BUDDHISM – DEMO RINPOCHE
In collaboration with Tricycle Magazine
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Jewel Heart New York
260 West Broadway
New York, New York 10013
Tibetan Buddhism was shaped by Tibet’s commitment to authentically preserve and transmit Buddha’s complete path to enlightenment through wisdom and compassion. Join Demo Rinpoche in this public talk introducing the unique methods and insight Tibetan Buddhism offers our world today.
In this evening session, Demo Rinpoche will introduce the Tibetan Buddhist approach to mindful meditation which includes both concentration (jo gom) and analytic (che gom) meditation. These approaches rely on focus, analysis and visualization techniques to help individuals realize their true potential.
Demo Rinpoche went to Drepung Loseling Monastery in Mundgod at the age of five and officially joined the monastery in 1987, where he spent nearly thirty years of uninterrupted education in meditation, debate, memorization, philosophy, and composition under the Dalai Lama’s direct supervision. After completing his studies at Drepung, Rinpoche received the highest monastic degree of Geshe Lharampa from Gelugpa University in India in 2011. He continued his studies at Gyume Tantric College and was a visiting scholar under the auspices of the Dalai Lama at Sera College of Higher Tibetan Studies in Dharamsala. At the request of Gelek Rimpoche, Demo Rinpoche came to the United States where he received his Master’s Degree in Inter-Religious Engagement from Union Theological Seminary in New York City in 2018. Currently based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan, he serves as the Resident Spiritual Advisor at Jewel Heart.
Cost: Free
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INTRODUCTION TO TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION COURSE
With Jewel Heart Instructors Dimitri Ehrlich and Mark Magill
This four-week course introduces the Tibetan Buddhist approach to meditation. We will explore the way techniques including concentration, analysis and visualization can help increase inner stability, develop compassion for self and others, and cultivate a more realistic understanding of our true nature and potential. Each session will offer instruction, guided meditations, and time for discussion. All levels of experience are welcome.
Thursdays: April 4, 11, 18, 25
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Jewel Heart New York
260 W. Broadway
New York, New York 10013
Solitary Hero Yamantaka Study Group
Based on Gelek Rimpoche’s Solitary Hero Yamantaka transcript, this study group is open to those who have received the relevant initiation for this practice.
The detailed course of study began in September 2017 with plans to meet once monthly.
Please contact [email protected] for eligibility questions or to register. Details including dates and location will be provided upon registration
New York Programs Fall 2018
NEW YORK PROGRAM COURSES AND WORKSHOPS
SPECIAL NOTICE: Robert Thurman will be speaking on the Perfection of Wisdom live at the Jewel Heart New York Center on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Suggested donation: $20 at the door
Free to Six Perfections registrants.
Click for details or to register for the Six Perfections.
Solitary Hero Yamantaka Study Group
Based on Gelek Rimpoche’s Solitary Hero Yamantaka transcript, this study group is open to those who have received the relevant initiation for this practice.
The detailed course of study began in September 2017 with plans to meet once monthly.
Please contact [email protected] for eligibility questions or to register. Details including dates and location will be provided upon registration
Solitary Hero Yamantaka Self-Initiation Workshop with Sonam Dhargye Saturday, October 13 – Sunday, October 14
This weekend workshop with Sonam Dhargye, the former ritual expert and chanting master of Gyuto Tantric College, is open to those who have completed the Yamantaka mantra retreat and fire puja.
Note: Yamantaka Self Initiation booklets will be provided for use during the workshop and will also be available for purchase.