Life and Death

An indispensable perspective  

With Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Rinzin

Saturday, October 12   
9 am to 4 pm   
 
We are alive; therefore, we will die. This is the simplest truth of our existence, yet very few of us have really come to terms with this fact. Buddha gave extensive teachings on the death process. Understanding the death process gives us an opportunity to live a more meaningful life and end of life, and to help those who are dying.

In this workshop, Gen Rinzin will guide us to a practical understanding of the Buddhist explanation of the death process, how we can prepare for our death and how we can help those who are dying. We will be introduced to the practice of Powa (or transference of consciousness) where by we can transfer our own, or others’ consciousness to a Pure Land rebirth. This is one of the kindest things we can do for our self and for others.   
 
This course will be based on the book Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully and will include time to engage in Powa practice.   
 
Everyone is welcome, regardless of background or previous experience.  

8:40 am	Registration & Coffee
9:00 – 10:15 am	Session 1 – Living better by understanding death
	Refreshments
10:45 – 12:00 pm	Session 2 – What happens when we die
	Delicious Vegetarian Lunch Provided
1:30 – 2:45 pm	Session 3 – How to help our self and others at death
	Refreshments
3:00 – 4:00 pm	Session 4 – Transference of Consciousness

 

Cost

Regular: $45.00

Supporters: $22.50

Includes vegetarian lunch

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