There is nothing more precious than our human life, yet it is easy to let time pass without truly connecting with our life’s deeper purpose. While we understand that worrying about others' opinions or getting caught up in stress is not meaningful, it can still be difficult to free ourselves from these anxieties. Buddha's solution lies in deeply contemplating our mortality. By reflecting on nine fundamental truths about our existence, we can liberate ourselves from the fears that ordinary life imposes on us. Instead of letting our lives pass by unlived, we can embrace each moment as sacred, living fully and authentically from the heart.
Join Buddhist monk and Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia, Gen Kelsang Rabten, for this transformative retreat.
Teacher.
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Gen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of KMC Australia (Dandenong Ranges) and KMC Melbourne (CBD). Ordained in 1994, he has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for 30 years. He has taught in many centres around the world including Australia, New Zealand, and South-East Asia. Gen Rabten exemplifies the essence of the modern Kadampa’s way of life, brings a warm heart and joyful attitude to sharing Buddha’s teachings and the practice of meditation. |
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Event Information.
Address: KMC Australia | 25 McCarthy Road, Monbulk
Meals: Lunch and dinner are included in the retreat booking. If you have booked accommodation, breakfast will also be included.
- All meals served are vegan with some non-vegan options such as yoghurt available on the side.
- We cannot guarantee allergen free meals and it is not possible for us to cater to individual dietary requirements. Our meals mainly use ingredients which are wheat free or gluten free, however there are times that the meal will contain traces of wheat or gluten, or the side dish is, for example, bread.
Accommodation: If you book accommodation, please note the following is included:
- Single Ensuite, Single, Pre-Erected Tent Twin, and Double Room: all linen and towel provided.
- Dorm Rooms: A sheet and pillow with pillow slip is provided. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag and towel.
- Camping: you will need to bring everything.
Bookings close: 24 hours prior to the event starting. To join the waiting list for accommodation if sold out, please contact us here.
Retreat Timetable.
| Friday 7th Mar |
| Registration | 5.30pm |
| Dinner | 6pm |
| Introduction | 7.30pm |
| Saturday 8th Mar |
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Session One | 9 - 10am |
| Session Two | 11am - 12pm |
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Lunch | 1pm |
| Session Three | 2.30 - 3.30pm |
| Session Four | 4.30 - 5.30pm |
| Dinner | 6pm |
| WFJ w/ Tsog (optional) | 7.30 - 8.45pm |
| Sunday 9th Mar |
| Session One | 9 - 10am |
| Session Two | 11am - 12pm |
| Lunch | 1pm |
| Session Three | 2.30 - 3.30pm |
| Session Four | 4.30 - 5.30pm |
| Dinner | 6pm |
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WFJ (optional) | 7.30 - 8.45pm |
| Monday 10th Mar |
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Session One | 9 - 10am |
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Session Two | 11am - 12pm |
| Lunch | 1pm |