How to Help Those Who Have Died
The Buddhist practice of
transference of consciousness (powa)
Two-week course with Resident Teacher
Gen Kelsang Chodor
In this short series of practice classes, we will explore the Buddhist understanding of what happens at the time of death and after death, and how we can actively help those who have recently died to take a fortunate rebirth.
In particular, we will focus on the practice of Powa, or transference of consciousness — a profound Buddhist meditation practice in connection with prayers to Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion. This practice is used to benefit those who have recently died, helping them to transition from this life to their next life with peace, clarity, and great good fortune.
These classes are based on the book Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. They are suitable for both new and experienced students who wish to deepen their understanding of death, rebirth, and how to help others after they have passed away.
Note: These practice classes also serve as a meaningful preparation for a special half-day course, “Essential Wisdom of Death and Dying,” with Buddhist monk Gen Rabgye on Saturday, March 28.
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These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:15 p.m:
- guided settling meditation
-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation
8:15 - 8:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments
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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. He is admired by students for his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humor. 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, Gen Chodor usually teaches the Sunday morning, Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes. As well he also teaches special events, courses and workshops and two in-depth study programmes: the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.
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Regular: $15 / person
Supporting Members: no costMembers’ discount will be applied during booking process.
Live-streaming option is available to Supporting Members.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.
To book in advance, click on the booking button and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
Promo code: If you are a member, you may enter your membership code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your membership code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a member.
Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.
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Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.
It is possible to find parking further away in the nearby streets. Please allow more travel time.
Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.
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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 -
If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
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