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12.7
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- Description
Karma Pakshi helped form the 900-year Karmapa lineage in its early stages of development. He is an important figure in the history of the genesis of the reincarnate Lama tradition, the ‘Living Buddhas’ of Tibet. A master of meditation, and a visionary, he was influential in the courts of two Mongolian emperors, Kubilai Khan and Mongke Khan. Karma Pakshi’s influence continues through two meditation practices, Mingyur Dorje’s ‘Karma Pakshi Guru Yoga’, and Trungpa Rinpoche’s ‘Sadhana of Mahamudra’.
The presentation by Charles Manson will cover recent research into Karma Pakshi’s life and writings. After an introduction to the life of the 2nd Karmapa, Charles Manson will introduce us to some of Karma Pakshi’s meditation instructions, with a few short sessions of meditation practice.
The presentation will cover recent research into Karma Pakshi’s life. Also, Charles Manson will introduce us to some of Karma Pakshi’s meditation instructions.
English with German translation.
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Sunday, December 10
TimeProgram3.15- 3.30pmWelcome and introduction (Lama Sönam/Lama Kelzang)3.30 – 4.30pmLecture about the life and teachings of Karma Pakshi5.00 – 6.00pmChenresig practice with transmission of the special melody of the mantra according to Karma Pakshi6.00 – 7.00pmBuffet in honor of Karma Pakshi7.00 – 7.40pmPreliminary Meditation
7.50 – 8.50pmMeditation: Introduction to the 4 Kayas9pmEnd of the event
Speaker:
Charles Manson is currently a librarian for the Tibetan collections at Bodleian Library (Oxford University) and the British Library (London).- Other information
Participation is free of charge. We appreciate donations.
Buffet: €25, please register for participation.
Online participation of parts of this program is possible via our Online Campus.
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