EVENTS
LAMRIM
ORAL TRANSMISSION
July 5th and 12th
August 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th
September 6th
• 10am to 12pm
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With Ven Zawa Tulku Rinpoche​
In English with simultaneous French translation
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10$ to 30$ per session according to your ability to pay
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On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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​All are welcome
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The Lamrim or "The Stages of the Path of Enlightenment" is an organization of all the Buddha's teachings in the form of gradual, structured stages.
In this series, Ven. Zawa Tulku Rinpoche will grant the traditional oral transmission of Kyabje Pabongka Rinpoche's Lamrim, as well as a practical commentary to effectively engage on the path to enlightenment.
TEACHING ON YÖNTEN SHIGYURMA
Saturday, July 19th • 10am to 12pm​​
With Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche
In English with simultaneous French translation
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30$ to 50$ according to your ability to pay
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On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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​All are welcome
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Based on Yönten Shigyurma (The Foundation of All Good Qualities in Tibetan), a short Lamrim text composed by the great master Lama Tsongkhapa and transmitted with wisdom and compassion by the Venerable Zasep Tulku Rinpoche, this teaching will present the complete path to enlightenment and genuine inner peace.
Through these teachings, we will receive precious guidance to overcome our mental afflictions, cultivate qualities of the heart and mind, and progress in the practice of Dharma with clarity and confidence.
SETRAP INITIATION
Sunday, July 20th • 2pm to 4pm​​
With Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche
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*** This uncommon initiation to the practice of the Great Dharma Protector Setrap is very rare and precious.
To receive it, one must take Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche as one of their principal gurus.***
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In English with simultaneous French translation​
50$ to 70$ according to your ability to pay
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On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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Who is Setrap?
A wrathful emanation of the Buddha of infinite light Amitabha, Setrap is an ancient Dharma Protector whose practice originated from India. His prayer is extremely efficacious for clearing our obstacles so that we may further our spiritual growth and Dharma practice.
What to expect?
During this initiation into the practice of the Great Dharma Protector Setrap, Venerable Zasep Tulku Rinpoche will guide the meditations that form the heart of this practice, to help us become familiar with it, and will grant us the permission to engage in it ourselves thereafter.
MANJUSHRI INITIATION
Sunday, July 20th • 6:30pm to 8:30pm​​
With Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche
In English with simultaneous French translation
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30$ to 50$ according to your ability to pay
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On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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​All are welcome
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Who is Manjushri?
Manjushri, meaning "Gentle Glory" or "Sweet Splendor" in Sanskrit, is one of the most revered Bodhisattvas in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. Also known as Manjughosha ("Gentle Voiced One"), he embodies transcendental wisdom and the eloquent expression of Dharma, cutting through ignorance and delusion. Manjushri is said to return lifetime after lifetime until all beings are liberated from samsara. As the embodiment of transcendent wisdom, he represents the ideal all Dharma practitioners strive toward.
What to expect?
During this initiation into the practice of Buddha Manjushri, Venerable Zasep Tulku Rinpoche will guide the meditations that form the heart of this practice, to help us become familiar with it, and will grant us the permission to engage in it ourselves thereafter.
NAGAS PUJA
Healing practice
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With Ven. Zawa Tulku Rinpoche
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Prerequisite for both activities: having received Avalokiteshvara Simhananda Initiation
TEACHING ON NAGAS PUJA
August 9th • 9am​ to noon​
(In English)
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20$ to 30$ according to your ability to pay​
On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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NAGAS PUJA PRACTICE
August 24th • 9am to 11am
(In Tibetan)
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20$ to 30$ according to your ability to pay​
On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, Qc
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If you wish to dedicate the practice for the healing of a specific person, please indicate the name in your donation on the website: https://www.meditationtsongkhapa.org/support
What is Nagas practice ?
Nagas are serpent spirits classified as one of the eight classes of gods and demons in Tibetan Buddhism. It is said that they live beneath the surface of the earth, in water, in trees or rocks, and are believed to possess miraculous powers and various material and spiritual riches. They are considered very pure beings and fierce protectors of nature. It is said that they can cause various diseases when irritated by the polluting habits of human beings.​​​​​​​​
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Rituals dedicated to Nagas are special healing methods aimed primarily at restoring balance in our relationship with the environment. When we ignore the environmental impact of our actions, we risk disrupting our ecosystem, which can lead to numerous physical and psychological illnesses, many of which are difficult to treat according to Western medical paradigms. Some of these conditions, such as certain psychological disorders, chronic fatigue, autoimmune diseases, and even cancer, are traditionally considered in Tibetan Buddhism to be caused by nagas and would be directly related to our dysfunctional ecological interactions.
BREATHING MEDITATION
Every Friday • 7:00pm to 8:00pm
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With Mireille Marie
In French & English
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​​​​5$ to 15$ per session according to your ability to pay
On site : At Tsongkhapa Meditation Center
1551 Côte Saint-André, Ste-Sophie, J5J 2S6
Reference text in French, English and Tibetan
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​All are welcome.​​​​
Benefits of breathing meditation
According to the sacred texts, the benefits of practicing breathing meditation are limitless: body, speech, and mind are purified, the body becomes light, the mind becomes luminous, and one becomes a suitable recipient to attain enlightenment. During these sessions, come and breathe deeply to meet the luminous and warm nature of your mind in a place of peace and harmony, in the heart of the Laurentian forest.