• The Liberating Prayer: Silent In-Depth Retreat

The Liberating Prayer is a profound meditation on the nature of enlightenment that invites us to follow in the spiritual footsteps of Buddha. By reflecting on the meaning of this prayer again and again, we gradually awaken our own enlightened love, compassion, wisdom, and joy, and we develop the capacity to deeply help others.

Gen Zamling will explain the meaning of The Liberating Prayer according to special teachings given at the recent International Spring Festival (in England), and will guide us in practical and effective meditations to gain deep experience of the profound nature of this blessed prayer. We will observe silence during the breaks to enhance our experience of the meditations.

Although this is an in-depth retreat, absolutely everyone is welcome to attend.

Following the retreat, everyone is invited to a social dinner in the neighborhood (optional).

SCHEDULE

2:00 - 3:00pm: Teaching and Meditation Session 1

3:30 - 4:30pm: Teaching and Meditation Session 2

5:00 - 6:00pm: Teaching and Meditation Session 3

Social dinner to follow the retreat (optional)

TEACHER

Gen Kelsang Zamling, Resident Teacher

BOOKS & MATERIALS

This retreat will refer to the following book(s):

• Joyful Path of Good Fortune
• Modern Buddhism (free e-book available)

It's not necessary to have your own copy, but some people like to follow along or read more afterward. You can click any title 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.

COST

$30

No one turned away for lack of funds. Contact us to request financial accommodations. 

Member discounts: $35 for 30 days: free, discount is automatically applied. FP, TTP, & Supporting Members: half price (with discount code); Benefactors and Patrons: free (with discount code).

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