This talk will present the Shambhala path of the warrior, the Shambhala lineage practitioner, from "Level I" weekends, and first meditation instructions, until entering the Vajrayana path, which is a more demanding, committed and advanced part of the path. Some lineages, such as the Kagyu lineage, believe that some people were incarnated in a way that enables them to start their path (in this lifetime) straight with with Vajrayana path. In Shambhala, we practice a lot of shamhata, mindfulness meditation, as a foundation before we advance to deity visualization and chants. I am writing this in a very simplistic terms, just to give a short note about it.
Quotes from the program invitation:
One key component will be an introduction to our core curriculum, The Way of Shambhala, which provides a structured path of meditation and an introduction to the foundations of Shambhala Buddhism—wisdom teachings and practices rooted in the ancient traditions of Shambhala and Tibetan Buddhism. The series of weekly courses and weekend programs integrate practice and study, exploring mindfulness-awareness meditation and teachings on contentment, joy, fearlessness, and wisdom, all with an emphasis on application in everyday life.
Shambhala Vision
Throughout history, people have aspired to create societies that express the dignity of human existence within a wise, flourishing culture. This is the vision of Shambhala - a legendary enlightened society. The first king of Shambhala is said to have receive teachings on the inseparability of spirituality and daily life directly from the Buddha. The Tibetan meditation master and founder of the Shambhala community, Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, carried this tradition into the modern world. Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, his son and spiritual heir, continues this tradition.
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