Tantra: The Power of Imagination every Sunday, 11:00am – 12:15pm with Gen Khedrub

Imagination is a remarkable capacity of our mind - all the things that appear in everyday reality are first created with imagination. This is true for buildings, roads and new technology, and for the subtle inner states of mind that determine our quality of life. 

In recent years there has been an increasing awareness of the power of our imagination in fields such as business psychology and sports psychology. 2,500 years ago, Buddha taught Tantric meditations for awakening this creative power within all of us. They are aimed at bringing about authentic internal change, to finally become the confident, radiant, peaceful person we want to be. Learn, explore, and empower yourself.

This summer we have an unprecedented spiritual opportunity. Due to the Covid pandemic, the International Kadampa Summer Festival (July 30 - August 14) will be held online. And for the first, and perhaps last, time ever Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments will be given online. This will enable so many people to embark upon this most sublime practice of meditation, without having to engage in extensive travel. These classes are a perfect preparation for the International Summer Festival.

June 6 - Compassion: Getting the Correct Motivation

June 13 - Wisdom: Lift your Mind Out of the Ordinary

June 20 - Buddha in a Female Form

June 27 - The Preciousness of Tantra

July 4 - What is Generation Stage?

July 11 - What is Completion Stage?

July 18 - Meditation and Mantra

July 25 - The Guru: Gateway to Receiving Blessings

Note: This class will be delivered in-person and online via a Zoom webinar. Our new location is 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. After registering you will receive instructions on how to watch the sessions. This event will have a replay option of 48 so you can register now and watch later.

You can register for this special series or simple drop in to any class you wish.

Everyone is welcome! $12 / free for members.

About the Teacher: Gen Kelsang Khedrub, a Western Buddhist monk, has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s guidance for many years. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone. Through his kindness, humility and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Gen Khedrub provides an inspiring example of a contemporary Buddhist practitioner we can follow.

Gen Khedrub joins us after 13 years as Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Washington in Seattle and an additional 10 years as Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago.

"The resident Teachers of our Dharma centers are always with you; they care for you and try to guide you to a meaningful life."

~ Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

 

Resource links:

During this class we will be using Prayers for Meditation. If you are not familiar with these prayers, and would like to join in, you can find the text via this link.

These classes will be referencing the book, Modern Buddhism. The digital version of this book is free.

Learn more about the International Kadampa Buddhist Summer Festival.

New to meditation? Try out the three guided breathing meditations contained within Meditations for Relaxation (MP3) available for download here.

Want to go deeper? Check out the Foundation Program for a systematic study of Buddha’s teachings that can provide you with a foundation for a strong daily practice.

Note:

This event is being offered by livestream for residents of Massachusetts*, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine (*except those living in southern Plymouth county, Bristol county, Cape Cod and the islands; for those areas please visit our sister center at www.meditationinnewbedford.org)