The Heart Sutra is the most recited, copied, and studied text in all schools of Mahayana Buddhism. It reviews the foundations of Buddhist philosophy while revealing the profound Perfection of Wisdom: the doctrine of emptiness. In this workshop we will recite the Sutra in Sanskrit, discuss the key points, and reveal the deeper teachings on […]
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]
We are delighted to host the author of the book "The Misleading Mind", Karuna Cayton, for an interactive class April 28-May 19. We will delve into modern day psychological questions that have arisen as a result of the Coronavirus but still affect us throughout our life. We will look at how emotional and psychological problems […]
Death is an inevitable part of our lives. Saying goodbye to loved ones, in addition to facing our own deaths is something all of us must face. Join us for this ongoing discussion group regarding death and dying to have a dialogue on loss, impermanence and what we gain about working with them. This dialogue […]
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don't identify as "Buddhist". But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is […]
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don't identify as "Buddhist". But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is […]
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]
Mourning: A Compassionate Path to Healing, with Sunil Joseph 4 Tuesdays April 5, 12,19, and 26th, 6:30pm-8:00pm How to Attend: This class will be in-person and online (Sunil will be teaching online from home). In person: 2791 24th Street Room 14, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs, parking lot in back) Be sure to follow the Diamond […]
Buddhist Compassion: Caring for Ourselves and Others With Karuna Cayton 5 Tuesdays May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31st, 6:30pm-8:00pm How to Attend: This class will be in-person and online (Karuna will be teaching online from home). In person: 2791 24th Street Room 14, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs, parking lot in back) Be sure to […]
Discover the wisdom of emptiness! Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim will use the Heart Sutra to explore emptiness and how it can transform our world. Beginners welcome! 8 Tuesdays June 7-July 26, 6:30pm-8:00pm Hybrid options for attending: You can attend in person: 2791 24th Street, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave, the room […]
CLosed for the Holiday! Meditation will resume next week!
Wanting a spiritual practice and don't know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for awhile and wanting to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair and Amie Diller as they begin the Dharma Essentials course - which is an overview […]
INNER HEART TUESDAYS: The Sweet & Swift Path Study and practice Lobsang Chukyi Gyeltsen's Steps on the Path using his insightful instructions and devotional meditations. Tuesday nights in September 9/6-9/27 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT (Wednesday late morning Asia-Pac) To receive the recordings, register Here for Inner Heart Tuesdays: https://www.cindylee.org/events/inner-heart-tuesday-evenings-usa Hybrid options for attending (Cindy will be teaching […]
Closed for the Holiday! Meditation will resume next week!
Inner Heart: The Sweet and Swift Path with Cindy Lee 3-Day Online Only Retreat Friday Sept 30, 2022-Sunday Oct 2, 2022 Schedule: Friday: 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT (Intro and Welcome) Saturday: 2:00pm-8:30pm PDT (Meditation, Dharma Talk and Kirtan) Sunday: 2:00pm-5:30pm (Mediation and Dharma Talk) Please plan to attend all days, no partial retreat available Sliding scale: $80-$150 […]
Wanting a spiritual practice and don’t know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for awhile and wanting to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair as he continues the Dharma Essentials course – a beginners look at wisdom and compassion […]
Starting June 5, Monday Meditation is back in person! Join a community of meditators to learn meditation techniques and practices. Led. by long time meditator and Buddhist practitioner David Drabble, join a supportive group to grow your meditation practice. Every Monday from 6:30pm-7:30pm In person at Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street Room 14 […]