The Power of Mantra – Silent Meditation Retreat with Gen Kelsang Mila

“In this meditation, we combine our breathing with the recitation of the mantra OM AH HUM, which is called the ‘mantra of all Buddhas.’” – The New Meditation Handbook, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Generally, the purpose of breathing meditation is for calming the mind and to reduce distractions.

A simple breathing meditation will help us do this, but the meditation explained in this retreat also performs many other functions, some are listed below.

Improves our motivation
We develop our good heart
Our mind is more controlled
The effects of this meditation remain when we rise from meditation.
Our mind gradually becomes more positive
We can overcome procrastination
We can experience peace, day and night

Programme: Periods of gentle silence will be observed

Session 1: 09:00 – 09:45

Tea Break

Session 2: 10:30 – 11:15

Tea Break

Session 3: 12:00 – 12:45

 Q&A: 12:45 – 13:00

Everyone Welcome!

About the Teacher:

As 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.

How to join in?
In Person at Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Center

The Woods Shopping Centre, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Upper level, Craighall Park, 2196

Please 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.

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Refund Policy

If you cancel within 24 hours, no refund. If you cancel anytime before 24 hours, 75% refund. Please contact epc@meditation.org.za