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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Amitayus Long-Life Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Being born as a human being is considered extremely precious\, as it is the best platform for spiritual practice.  Only humans have the right amount of suffering ó our inspiration toward religion ó and the leisure with which to pursue that path.  The human birth\, used correctly\, becomes a tool that benefits both self and all others.  Through relying on Buddha Amitayus\, we can be protected from untimely death and increase our life span\, allowing us to make full use of the opportunity now at hand\, i.e.\, our human body.  Moreover\, the practice of Amitayus itself becomes a means to make meaningful this human existence. \n Amitayus practice is traditionally done at the beginning of the preliminary practices (Ngˆndro)\, as insurance that the practitioner will live to complete their full commitment.  It is also accumulated at the start of any long retreat.  This particular Amitayus practice\, called Drupay Gyalmoís Longevity Practice\, is an important practice for the Drikung lineage\, which traces it to a great Indian dakini (Machik Drupay Gyalmo) who taught it to Rechungpa (one of Milarepaís main disciples).  This is a wonderful opportunity for practitioners to practice together in a traditional\, intensive and intimate retreat setting with an accomplished master. \n This five-day closed retreat is our second annual fall retreat\, and registration is limited to 25 persons.  The retreat will begin on Friday evening with an empowerment ceremony\, and be followed by five days of meditation and instruction.  As this retreat is closed\, pre-registration is required\, and attendees will need to remain on-site throughout the retreat.  Led by Drupon Thinley Nyingpo Rinpoche\, this retreat will be held at our sister center\, Garchen Buddhist Institute\, in the tranquil high-desert surrounds  of Chino Valley\, Arizona\, four hours North of Tucson.\nRetreat Fees\n$375. (includes meals & lodging)\nLocation\nGarchen Buddhist Institute\nChino Valley\, Arizona\n(Please see Retreat Flyer for detailed directions)\nRetreat Fees & Lodging\nRetreat fees include all meals and lodging in a common area\, as well as required ritual items. Participants are expected to share in all kitchen and clean-up duties.  Alternative accommodations including dormitory rooms or camping are available for an additional fee. The dormitory includes four double-occupancy rooms at a cost $20/person/night for double occupancy and $30/person/night for single occupancy.\nCamping is available at $4/night.  If you wish to book alternative accommodation\, you must do so directly with Garchen Buddhist Institute. Please contact Trisha at Garchen Institute to make reservations. (Email: questions@garchen.net\, Phone: 928-925-1237)\nPre-registration is required and must be made by Friday\, August 18.\nAs a courtesy to those with allergies\, please refrain from wearing perfume.  Thank you! \n\nTo Place Your Reservation or for Additional Information\, Please Contact:\nPati Stein\nPhone: (520) 465-1882\nEmail: pati@drikungkagyutucson.org \n\n(Click here to download a retreat flyer.)
URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/2nd-annual-amitayus-long-life-retreat-2/
LOCATION:AZ
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SUMMARY:Tara Practice
DESCRIPTION:Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind.She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas.   \n2nd and 4th Saturdays Each Month 5210 N. Nina Drive Tucson\, Arizona 85704  \n(Click here for a map)   \nFor More Information: Jacki Elder at 292-6070
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