The Power of Mantra
Ripening our Pure Buddha Nature
Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor
'Mantra' literally means 'mind protection'. It is the supreme method to enhance the qualities of our body, speech and mind. For centuries, mantra recitation has been used to attain a peaceful and happy mind by pacifying the negative thoughts that give rise to our suffering.
In this course, we will learn the real meaning of mantra and receive instructions on how to engage in a special breathing meditation that combines mindfulness of the breath with the recitation of mantra. This is a simple, yet powerful method to attain a peaceful, happy and positive mind, and ultimately is a cause of the supreme permanent inner peace of full enlightenment.
Many people find it helpful to have a mala, or set of prayer beads, to use when reciting mantras. This course will be followed by a mala-making workshop on Saturday afternoon, where you will have the opportunity to make your own personal mala. Bookings for this workshop are made separately.
*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*
**Audio recordings are available to purchase for those that have attended the sessions of the event. Please note that the links for the recordings will only be sent to those that have attended the sessions of the event in person or live streamed.They are for the sole use of the recipients and should not be shared or in any way distributed.
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Friday, March 15, 2024
- Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
- Teaching & Meditation: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Saturday, March 16, 2024
- Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
- Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
- Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. -
Gen Kelsang Chodor is our Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He has been ordained and has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than twenty-two years.
He has taught extensively in both the UK and the US, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.
At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.
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Full Event
Regular: $60 / person
Class pass holders: $30 / personFriday Only
Regular: $20 / person
Class pass holders: $10 / personSaturday Only
Regular: $40 / person
Class pass holders: $20 / person
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Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.
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Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.
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By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.
By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.
It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.
Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.
Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]