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SUMMARY:Retreat: Where to Find Peace – a Practical Guide with Gen Kelsang Mila
DESCRIPTION: \nIn a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, it’s natural to ask: Where can I find real safety and peace?\nThis special Refuge Retreat offers a gentle introduction to the Buddhist practice of going for Refuge — the way we begin to rely on Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha as sources of inner protection and guidance. Through practical teachings, guided meditations, and time for quiet reflection, you’ll discover how Refuge is not about escaping life, but about finding strength, clarity, and stability within it. \n \nGen Mila will explain how we can practically go for refuge every day of our lives. Through learning to do this, we can develop inner protection from suffering and establish the foundation needed to progress along the spiritual path to liberation and enlightenment! \nGoing for refuge to the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma and Sangha – is the gateway through which we enter Buddhism. By entering and remaining inside Buddhism we have the opportunity to begin, make progress on and complete the Buddhist path to liberation and enlightenment. \nOpen to anyone who wishes to come under the Umbrella of Buddhism. \nThere is a separate Public Talk & Guided Meditation event open to everyone on the 21st March 09:30 – 11:00.\nNo previous experience is needed — simply come as you are.\n \nWhat is Retreat?\nRetreat means we emphasize a particular spiritual practice.  Gen Mila will give some suggestions on how  to gain the most out of the Retreat. There will be periods of gentle silence observed. \n \nProgramme:\nThursday 19th \nSession 1: 18:30 – 20:00  Refuge Retreat Introduction with Gen Mila\n \nFriday 20th Refuge Retreat – A Place of Inner Safety\nSession 1: 07:00 – 08:30 \nTea Break\nSession 2:10:30 – 12:00 \nLunch\nSession 3: 14:00 – 15:30 \n \nSaturday 21st\n11:45 – 13:00 Refuge Vow Ceremony – open to anyone who wishes to take Refuge In the Three Jewels.\n\n \nLunch\n14:00 – 15: 30 Going for Refuge – A place of inner safety\n16:15 – 17:15  Chanted Prayers : Wishfulfiling Jewel with a food offering\n \nSunday 22nd – Going for Refuge – A place of inner safety\nSession 1: 09:30 – 11:00 \nSession 2: 11:30 – 13:00\nLunch \nSession 3: 14:00 – 15:30 \nTea Break\nSession 4:16:00 – 17: 30 \n \nYou are welcome to bring your own vegetarian lunch or enjoy the many restaurants that are available in the centre.\n \nEveryone is welcome. Buddhist or non – Buddhist.\n \nAbout the Teacher:\nAs a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Gen Kelsang Mila is a modern – day Kadampa Nun and the resident teacher of Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Centre. She has been a student of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for 20 years and ordained for fifteen years. Her teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life.\n \nHow to join in? \nIn Person at Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Center\nThe Woods Shopping Centre, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Upper level, Craighall Park, 2196\nPlease arrive a few  minutes before the event starts to register and settle in.  We have a book shop to browse, water on sale. There is secure and ample parking.\n \nTake advantage of our Early Bird ticket offer ending 3 days before event starts.\nBecome a monthly member ? Affordable Membership options here\n \nIf you would like to make a donation, click here.\nAll donations contribute to the operation and development of the center, providing opportunities for the public to learn and understand the precious Dharma (teachings).\nRefund Policy\nIf you cancel within 24 hours, no refund. If you cancel anytime before 24 hours, 75% refund. Please contact epc@meditation.org.za\n
URL:https://www.meditation.org.za/events/where-to-find-peace-2/
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CATEGORIES:Courses / Events,Retreats
LOCATION:The Woods Shopping Centre, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, 2146
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