• Death & Dying: A Buddhist Perspective

We are alive, therefore we will die. This is the simplest, most obvious truth of our existence, yet very few of us have really come to terms with this and usually we avoid thinking about it at all!  However, cultivating a constructive attitude toward our mortality will liberate us from many of our daily problems as well as giving us an understanding of how to prepare both for our own death and the death of our loved ones.  During this event, we will explore some of Buddha’s clear and profound teachings on the death process, how to use this wisdom to help those who are dying, and how to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life ourself.  Following the workshop, we are offering a special opportunity to participate in prayers for the dying, Powa Ceremony.  Open to anyone, regardless of background or experience.

AVAILABILITY

✔️ In person in Wicker Park

❌️ Not available online

SCHEDULE

Saturday, October 1, 2022

2:00 - 3:15pm: Teaching & Meditation Session 1

3:45 - 5:00pm: Teaching & Meditation Session 2

optional 5:30 - 6:30pm: Powa Ceremony (prayers for the dying and deceased)

TEACHER

Gen Kelsang Zamling, Resident Teacher

BOOKS & MATERIALS

This event will refer to the following book(s). It's not necessary to have your own copy, but if you're interested you can click any title below to learn more about it or to order a printed, e-book, or audio copy from Tharpa Publications. You can also purchase copies in person at our Oak Park and Wicker Park locations.

• Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully

COST

$30 in advance

$35 at the door

Refund policy

No one turned away for lack of funds. Contact us to request financial accommodations. $35 for 30 days: free, discount is automatically applied. Other members see the members section for codes needed to receive these discounts (FP & Supporting Members: half price; Benefactors and Patrons: free).