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SUMMARY:Morning Prostrations: Purifying Negativity
DESCRIPTION:Join us on weekday mornings for a 30-minute prostration practice that purifies our mind of negativity. Every weekday morning we engage in The Bodhisattva’s Confession of Moral Downfalls\, a powerful practice that focuses on the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas to make our mind pure and clean.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/morning-prostrations-purifying-negativity-2/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga (HYT Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:For those with Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments of Heruka and Vajrayogini\, we offer Dakini Yoga\, the self-generation meditation practice of Vajrayogini.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/dakini-yoga-hyt-empowerment-required/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251201T183000
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UID:10000136-1764610200-1764613800@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Heart Jewel with Lamrim Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The Heart Jewel chanted prayer and meditation practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. It is used by many Kadampas as their main daily practice. Through this beautiful practice we can overcome obstacles to our meditation practice and create favorable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our pure Dharma realizations.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/heart-jewel-with-lamrim-meditation/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251125T030856Z
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UID:10000014-1764615600-1764621000@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Monday Evening Meditation Class: Meditations for Modern Life
DESCRIPTION:Loneliness can leave us feeling profoundly isolated and unhappy. Even though we wish for meaningful connections with others\, we can often find ourself stuck behind mental barriers that keep us separated from others. In this 4-week course we will learn Buddha’s advice on the real cause of loneliness and how to overcome this debilitating mindset.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/monday-evenings-meditations-for-modern-life/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251205T203000
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CREATED:20251202T152635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170040Z
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SUMMARY:Vajrasattva Purification Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Although Buddha taught many different methods to purify negative or non-virtuous actions and other obstacles from our mind\, the supreme method is the practice of meditation and recitation of Vajrasattva\, the Buddha of purification. \nVenerable Geshe-la says\, “This practice is the scientific method to purify our mind and to transform our mind from an impure mind into a pure mind using Tantric technology.” \nThis retreat provides an opportunity to learn and gain deep experience of this important spiritual practice.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/vajrasattva-purification-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page,Advanced Retreats Page Feed
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T200000
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CREATED:20251202T153822Z
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UID:10000318-1764786600-1764792000@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:In-Depth Study: Foundation Program
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Program is designed for those who wish to deepen their understanding and experience of Kadampa Buddhism through a systematic study of six texts by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Joining a structured study program of Buddha’s teachings brings great benefits: developing a good heart\, improving wisdom\, and enhancing cherishing of others all come from going deeper into study and meditation practice.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/in-depth-study-foundation-program/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251202T155325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T162056Z
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:In these Thursday evening classes we learn Buddhist meditation practices and understandings to grow our own joyful meditation practice and experience real inner peace. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-meditation-class/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Branch Classes
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CREATED:20251125T031305Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Meditation Class: Meditation Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:In these Thursday evening classes we learn Buddhist meditation practices and understandings to grow our own joyful meditation practice and experience real inner peace. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/thursday-evening-meditation-class-meditation-made-easy/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251206T171500
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CREATED:20251111T142701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T152824Z
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SUMMARY:Purifying the Past Retreat
DESCRIPTION:It is not uncommon to feel weighed down mentally by the heavy burden of negativity. Under the influence of delusions we have created a great deal of negative karma\, as a result we now experience many difficulties and suffering.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/purifying-the-past-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T111500
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CREATED:20251125T032302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T043337Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditation Class: Meditations for World Peace
DESCRIPTION:Generate authentic hope and happiness every Sunday morning at Kadampa Meditation Center Washington! Join us for our classes on building world peace one peaceful mind at a time\, learning Buddha’s special methods of loving kindness. In these classes we will be exploring teachings from the book\, The New Eight Steps to Happiness\, written by the renowned Buddhist Master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/sunday-morning-meditation-class-meditations-for-world-peace/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T174500
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251125T042743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T170713Z
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SUMMARY:Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog
DESCRIPTION:Special offerings and prayers made to receive the important help\, blessings and protection of the enlightened Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/wishfulfilling-jewel-with-tsog/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251208T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251208T083000
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CREATED:20251125T035342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T165044Z
UID:10000219-1765179000-1765182600@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Tara Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Receive the help\, blessings and protection of Buddha Green Tara\, our enlightened mother\, including prayers for the welfare and protection of the whole world. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/tara-prayers/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251111T145327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T140441Z
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SUMMARY:Special Talk Series: Mastering Meditation with a Meditation Master
DESCRIPTION:Re-establish or deepen your meditation practice through the sublime final advice of our Founder and Spiritual Guide\, the extraordinary meditation master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/special-talk-series-mastering-meditation-with-a-meditation-master/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251125T035939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T224826Z
UID:10000222-1765391400-1765396800@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Offering to the Spiritual Guide
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful traditional chanted prayers and offerings to become close to and receive the powerful blessings of our Spiritual Guide. This preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra is at the very heart of Kadampa Buddhist practice of the union of Sutra and Tantra. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/offering-to-the-spiritual-guide/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251214T213950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T213950Z
UID:10000328-1765476000-1765481400@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:In these Thursday evening classes we learn Buddhist meditation practices and understandings to grow our own joyful meditation practice and experience real inner peace. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-meditation-class-2/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Branch Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251202T161651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T172651Z
UID:10000382-1765533600-1765544400@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Shrine Change
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/shrine-change/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T130000
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CREATED:20251125T043322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T043322Z
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SUMMARY:Center Cherishing Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/center-cherishing-day/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T070000
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SUMMARY:Precepts
DESCRIPTION:The essence of the practice is to take eight precepts and to keep them purely for a period of twenty-four hours. \nBy doing this practice again and again\, we acquaint ourself with the practice of moral discipline and thereby make our human life meaningful. \nWe receive many great benefits from practicing moral discipline in this way. It helps us to solve the problems of this life by avoiding the causes of suffering; and it creates the cause for us to take fortunate rebirths in future lives and thereby protects us from the sufferings of lower rebirth. \nIn particular\, because it is performed with bodhichitta motivation\, this practice is very powerful for purifying negative karma. It accumulates a vast collection of merit and creates the cause for us to attain the unsurpassed happiness of enlightenment. \nWe first need to receive these precepts from a qualified Preceptor\, and then we can take them on our own as often as we wish. Instructions on both these methods are included in this sadhana. \nIf we wish to take the essence of this precious human life we should strive to engage in this practice as often as we can. \nAn explanation of the practice \nWhen we take the eight Mahayana precepts\, we explicitly promise to abstain for twenty-four hours from eight actions: \n\nKilling\nStealing\nSexual activity\nLying\nTaking intoxicants\nEating after lunch\nSitting on high or luxurious thrones or seats\nWearing ornaments\, perfume\, etc\, and singing and dancing\, etc.\n\nThese eight\, however\, are merely symbolic\, for in reality we promise to abstain from all non-virtuous actions for twenty-four hours. \nTaking and keeping these precepts is a special purification practice. Buddha realized that all living beings’ suffering comes from their previous negative karma\, and so he taught special practices to purify it. \nTo purify our negative karma we must practice the four opponent powers: the power of regret\, the power of reliance\, the power of the opponent force\, and the power of promise. These are explained fully in Joyful Path of Good Fortune. Within these four\, we are here emphasizing the power of promise – promising not to repeat non-virtuous actions. \nThere are many levels on which we can make this promise. We can promise not to commit non-virtuous actions for the rest of our life\, for a year\, for a month\, for a week\, or\, in this case\, for a day. \nIf we manage to keep our actions of body\, speech\, and mind pure for one day we can then extend it to two days\, then to three days\, and so on\, until eventually we can keep pure moral discipline all the time. \nIf we reach the point when we can keep our actions of body\, speech\, and mind completely pure all the time\, we shall have accomplished the Pure Land. With a pure body and a pure mind there is no basis for experiencing suffering; instead we shall experience only unceasing happiness from within. \nWe all want to be happy – living in a pure environment with pure friends\, pure enjoyments\, and so on – but this is unattainable for as long as we have negative karma in our minds. \nTherefore\, we need to rely upon Buddha’s skilful method for purifying our negative karma. This practice is very simple\, and it lasts for only a day at a time; but it leads to very great results.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/precepts/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251102T220209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T141146Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of a Calm Mind
DESCRIPTION:In this special talk\, Gen Demo will guide us on how to practically apply Buddha’s Training the Mind techniques in daily life to discover powerful tools to handle life’s challenges with clarity\, confidence\, and a calm mind.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/the-power-of-a-calm-mind/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251111T150325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T164506Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelit Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful\, spiritual evening at Kadampa Meditation Center.  \n  \nWe’ll begin by lighting a candle with a special intention for our life\, our family and the world. This will be followed a short guided meditation and talk with the Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Demo and refreshments.  \n  \nMay everyone be happy.\nMay everyone be free from misery.\nMay no one ever be separated from their happiness.\nMay everyone have equanimity\, free from hatred and attachment. \n  \nBring your whole family! Everyone is welcome. 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/candlelit-service-on-december-24/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115018
CREATED:20251125T043021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T210154Z
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SUMMARY:Powa Ceremony: Special Prayers for the Recently Deceased
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful and meaningful prayers to the Buddha of Compassion for those who have recently died. Includes the Buddhist meditation known as "transference of consciousness" for the deceased. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/powa-ceremony-special-prayers-for-the-recently-deceased/2025-12-27/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251229T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251229T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251125T041408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T041408Z
UID:10000282-1766997000-1767009600@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Long Protector Prayers
DESCRIPTION:An epic traditional 3.5-hour chanted practice with offerings\, which connects us to powerful enlightened Dharma Protectors who support our spiritual progress and the welfare of the entire world. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/long-protector-prayers/2025-12-29/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251229T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251202T163332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T203401Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Talk with Kadam Trina: Reflecting on 2025 from a Spiritual POV
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting on 2025 from a spiritual point of view. Transforming our past. Opening new doors for our future.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/evening-talk-with-kadam-trina-reflecting-on-2025-from-a-spiritual-pov/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260102T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260104T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251202T163736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T222200Z
UID:10000387-1767312000-1767571199@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Clarity & Concentration Weekend Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a silent weekend of meditation retreat\, learning how to meditate on the clarity of your very own subtle mind according to Buddha’s Mahamudra teachings. Through training in this clear and joyful meditation on our root mind we gain the ability to easily pacify our mental disturbances and distractions\, and we create powerful causes to experience deep and stable inner peace and concentration.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/clarity-concentration-weekend-silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T164453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T222151Z
UID:10000478-1767380400-1767385800@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Intro Talk: Clarity & Concentration Weekend Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a silent weekend of meditation retreat\, learning how to meditate on the clarity of your very own subtle mind according to Buddha’s Mahamudra teachings. Through training in this clear and joyful meditation on our root mind we gain the ability to easily pacify our mental disturbances and distractions\, and we create powerful causes to experience deep and stable inner peace and concentration.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/intro-talk-clarity-concentration-weekend-silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T170353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T222504Z
UID:10000480-1768039200-1768057200@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Vajrayogini Self Initiation: Feast of Great Bliss (HYT Required)
DESCRIPTION:Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments are required to attend. \nRSVP is required. Please email education@meditateinseattle.org by January 3rd to confirm your participation. Thank you. \nOnce we have completed a Vajrayogini close retreat of actions and a fire puja\, we are qualified to perform self-initiation practice. This renews and strengthens our Bodhisattva and Tantric vows. Through taking self-initiation regularly we open the door to successful practice of generation stage and completion stage\, we will be cared for by Heruka and Vajrayogini in all our lives and receive their blessings so that we quickly attain the Pure Land of Vajrayogini. \nPlease bring tantric instruments\, the “New Guide to Dakini Land” or the Self-Initiation Sadhana “Feast of Great Bliss”\, mandala kits\, and red offerings\, and please plan to help finish setting up at 1pm.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/vajrayogini-self-initiation-feast-of-great-bliss-hyt-required/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T171412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T184425Z
UID:10000484-1768089600-1768435199@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Blissful Heart: Highest Yoga Tantra Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Only practitioners with Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments can participate in this retreat. \nDeepen your experience of the profound meditations on Mahamudra Tantra\, the union of great bliss and emptiness – the most subtle mind that experiences great bliss and realizes ultimate truth\, the way things actually exist. \nMeditating on emptiness\, channels\, drops and winds as presented in The Oral Instructions of Mahamudra\, we will take a journey into the blissful heart of reality that is the meaning of our precious human life. All sessions will be guided by Kadam Trina.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/blissful-heart-highest-yoga-tantra-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T171303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T184433Z
UID:10000483-1768140000-1768145400@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Intro Talk: Blissful Heart - Highest Yoga Tantra Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Only practitioners with Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments can participate in this retreat. \nDeepen your experience of the profound meditations on Mahamudra Tantra\, the union of great bliss and emptiness – the most subtle mind that experiences great bliss and realizes ultimate truth\, the way things actually exist. \nMeditating on emptiness\, channels\, drops and winds as presented in The Oral Instructions of Mahamudra\, we will take a journey into the blissful heart of reality that is the meaning of our precious human life. All sessions will be guided by Kadam Trina.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/blissful-heart-highest-yoga-tantra-retreat-intro/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T172405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T164056Z
UID:10000486-1768521600-1769039999@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Journey to Peace Retreat: meditations on the stages of the path to enlightenment
DESCRIPTION:Time races by! We can often feel like we are not fully seizing our life’s real purpose\, as if we are just sleep-walking through life while our time is running out. \nLamrim meditation offers us the precious opportunity to seize our life’s real purpose\, guiding us on how to transform our busy daily life into a spiritual journey to profound peace. \nLamrim means “stages of the path to enlightenment” and is a sequence of meditations that are a condensation of all Buddha's teachings. These meditations are easy to understand and put into practice\, enabling us to gain deep meditative insights of every step of our journey to the supreme permanent peace of mind that is enlightenment. Through learning these meditations and practicing them day by day\, we will definitely accomplish the real meaning of our precious human life.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/journey-to-peace-retreat-meditations-on-the-stages-of-the-path-to-enlightenment/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T115019
CREATED:20251204T172321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T222317Z
UID:10000485-1768590000-1768595400@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Intro Talk: Journey To Peace Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Time races by! We can often feel like we are not fully seizing our life’s real purpose\, as if we are just sleep-walking through life while our time is running out. \nLamrim meditation offers us the precious opportunity to seize our life’s real purpose\, guiding us on how to transform our busy daily life into a spiritual journey to profound peace. \nLamrim means “stages of the path to enlightenment” and is a sequence of meditations that are a condensation of all Buddha's teachings. These meditations are easy to understand and put into practice\, enabling us to gain deep meditative insights of every step of our journey to the supreme permanent peace of mind that is enlightenment. Through learning these meditations and practicing them day by day\, we will definitely accomplish the real meaning of our precious human life.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/intro-talk-journey-to-peace-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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