The Practice of Prostrations to the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas

Description: This practice enables us to purify negative actions through prostrations. Each of the  35 Confession Buddhas purifies specific negative actions. Venerable Damchoe will guide participants through the visualization, meditation, and recitation of the Buddhas' names.  As we recite the names participants can perform prostrations in the comfort of their own homes! One can engage in full-length or five-limb prostrations. Or you may simply place your hands in the prostration mudra at your heart.

If you wish to obtain a copy of the practice and how to do the prostrations please order this from: FPMT SHOP

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Introduction to the Four Noble Truths

The Buddha taught for 45 years and The Four Noble Truths are a summary of his teachings.  As we study and begin to truly understand them, we will experience increased joy and happiness and reduced suffering and unhappiness.   Class will begin with a guided meditation, then an introductory discourse on the Four Noble Truths and, if time allows, take a few questions about the teaching.  Wear comfortable clothes, be prepared to remove your shoes (thick socks are encouraged in this cold weather), and come see what the Buddha discovered. 

This class is designed for those who are new to Buddhism and are curious to see what its about. No previous experience is required.  

Facilitator: Jodi Schmitt

Time: 11:00am to 12:30pm

Location: In-person only at Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center, 10875 Main St. #108, Fairfax, VA 22030

Suggested donations: $20 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Please check the Center's calendar for any updates.

Contact spc@guhyasmaja.org if you have any questions, 

Ornament for Clear Realizations (Abhisamayalamkara)--Chapter Four

These classes focus on key points from the 4th Chapter of Maitreya's Ornament for Clear Realizations (Abhisamayalamkara). From among the many extensive teachings in that chapter, we will particularly focus on the structure of the path that is traveled by bodhisattvas on their journey to full enlightenment which traverses the five paths and ten grounds. We will also look at an elaboration of the Buddha's core teaching on the four noble truths which explores the 16 aspects of those four noble truths. We'll explore a bit about the philosophical underpinnings of the Ornament. And, the majority of our time in this series of classes will involve a deep exploration of the nature and practice of the 3 Harmonies with Enlightenment, which include the 4 Foundations of Mindfulness. We will look at classical teachings on those topics and will also engage in meditations based upon those teachings.

This is not an introductory level subject; it's rather intermediate, tending towards the advanced. To benefit well from these teachings, students should have previous experience studying some of Buddhist philosophy based on the texts of the Indo-Tibetan tradition.

Classes on the 4th chapter of the Ornament are part of FPMT's Basic Program.

Teacher: Dr. Lorne Ladner

Location: Hybrid event: in person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center, 10875 Main St. #108, Fairfax, VA 22030 and on Zoom - see link below

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

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Discovering Buddhism Module 7: Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels

Refuge in the Three Jewels, Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha is the foundation for every Buddhist practice. Lama Yeshe has said," Buddhist Refuge is a process of turning inward that begins with our discovery of our unlimited potential for enlightenment." In this course participants will learn who and what are reliable sources of Refuge, what are the causes and functions of taking Refuge, the commitments of Refuge Vows and what is Ultimate Refuge.

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes early to settle in as we start promptly at 10 AM with prayers and a guided meditation

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

The Practice of Prostrations to the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas

Description: This practice enables us to purify negative actions through prostrations. Each of the  35 Confession Buddhas purifies specific negative actions. Venerable Damchoe will guide participants through the visualization, meditation, and recitation of the Buddhas' names.  As we recite the names participants can perform prostrations in the comfort of their own homes! One can engage in full-length or five-limb prostrations. Or you may simply place your hands in the prostration mudra at your heart.

If you wish to obtain a copy of the practice and how to do the prostrations please order this from: FPMT SHOP

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Ornament for Clear Realizations (Abhisamayalamkara)--Chapter Four

These classes focus on key points from the 4th Chapter of Maitreya's Ornament for Clear Realizations (Abhisamayalamkara). From among the many extensive teachings in that chapter, we will particularly focus on the structure of the path that is traveled by bodhisattvas on their journey to full enlightenment which traverses the five paths and ten grounds. We will also look at an elaboration of the Buddha's core teaching on the four noble truths which explores the 16 aspects of those four noble truths. We'll explore a bit about the philosophical underpinnings of the Ornament. And, the majority of our time in this series of classes will involve a deep exploration of the nature and practice of the 3 Harmonies with Enlightenment, which include the 4 Foundations of Mindfulness. We will look at classical teachings on those topics and will also engage in meditations based upon those teachings.

This is not an introductory level subject; it's rather intermediate, tending towards the advanced. To benefit well from these teachings, students should have previous experience studying some of Buddhist philosophy based on the texts of the Indo-Tibetan tradition.

Classes on the 4th chapter of the Ornament are part of FPMT's Basic Program.

Teacher: Dr. Lorne Ladner

Location: Hybrid event: in person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center, 10875 Main St. #108, Fairfax, VA 22030 and on Zoom - see link below

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83826087006?pwd=hKV1uqRzzz6TxHA8Bj7qqgYWxFgBb9.1
Meeting ID: 838 2608 7006
Passcode: 931745

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+13017158592,,83826087006#,,,,*931745# US (Washington DC)
+13052241968,,83826087006#,,,,*931745# US
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• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
• +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver)
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What Can We Put Our Trust In: Refuge in the Three Jewels

In Buddhism, our Refuge objects are called Jewels as each one is precious. These are Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. In this day retreat, participants will engage in 4 sessions that enable us to deepen our confidence in the 3 Jewels as reliable sources of protection. We will begin each session with prayers and the visualization of Buddha Shakyamuni, followed by a guided meditation on one of the 3 Jewels.

We ask participants to show up 10-15 minutes before the start of the retreat as we begin on time and want to maintain a quiet environment.

Leader: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax VA 22030

Contact: spc@guhysamaja.org for any questions

Suggested Donations: $30 for non-members and $20 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Discovering Buddhism Module 7: Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels

Refuge in the Three Jewels, Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha is the foundation for every Buddhist practice. Lama Yeshe has said," Buddhist Refuge is a process of turning inward that begins with our discovery of our unlimited potential for enlightenment." In this course participants will learn who and what are reliable sources of Refuge, what are the causes and functions of taking Refuge, the commitments of Refuge Vows and what is Ultimate Refuge.

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes early to settle in as we start promptly at 10 AM with prayers and a guided meditation

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Prayers to Green Tara and the Praises to the 21 Taras

Tara is the embodiment of the holy actions of all Buddhas. By practicing Tara meditation, you can eliminate inner and outer obstacles to developing your mind's potential, create merit, and achieve success in attaining spiritual realizations. Each session will include prayers, visualization, mantra recitation, and a guided meditation.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Discovering Buddhism Module 8 - Establishing a Daily Practice

The purpose of this course is to learn how to develop and maintain a daily meditation practice. This will enable participants to develop their potential and live with a peaceful mind. The series will begin with the 6 preliminary practices followed by learning how to structure your meditation sessions around the Lamrim. The Lamrim Meditations are a series of contemplations created by the Indian Master Atisa. They are the stages of the path that lead to enlightenment. Topics will also include how to set up a shrine and construct a mandala offering. 

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes before each class as we begin with prayers and a guided meditation at 10 AM. This will ensure that others are not disturbed by people entering the room late.

Please note that this is not a drop-in program, nor is it an introductory class. Each class builds on the knowledge from the previous class(es).To receive the most benefit, we recommend that you attend the series. Suggested prerequisites are the Discovering Buddhism courses, Presenting the Path, and Refuge in the 3 Jewels.  (Recordings of these modules are available on the website.)

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Prayers to Green Tara and the Praises to the 21 Taras

Tara is the embodiment of the holy actions of all Buddhas. By practicing Tara meditation, you can eliminate inner and outer obstacles to developing your mind's potential, create merit, and achieve success in attaining spiritual realizations. Each session will include prayers, visualization, mantra recitation, and a guided meditation.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Discovering Buddhism Module 8 - Establishing a Daily Practice

The purpose of this course is to learn how to develop and maintain a daily meditation practice. This will enable participants to develop their potential and live with a peaceful mind. The series will begin with the 6 preliminary practices followed by learning how to structure your meditation sessions around the Lamrim. The Lamrim Meditations are a series of contemplations created by the Indian Master Atisa. They are the stages of the path that lead to enlightenment. Topics will also include how to set up a shrine and construct a mandala offering. 

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes before each class as we begin with prayers and a guided meditation at 10 AM. This will ensure that others are not disturbed by people entering the room late.

Please note that this is not a drop-in program, nor is it an introductory class. Each class builds on the knowledge from the previous class(es).To receive the most benefit, we recommend that you attend the series. Suggested prerequisites are the Discovering Buddhism courses, Presenting the Path, and Refuge in the 3 Jewels.  (Recordings of these modules are available on the website.)

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Discovering Buddhism Module 8 - Establishing a Daily Practice

The purpose of this course is to learn how to develop and maintain a daily meditation practice. This will enable participants to develop their potential and live with a peaceful mind. The series will begin with the 6 preliminary practices followed by learning how to structure your meditation sessions around the Lamrim. The Lamrim Meditations are a series of contemplations created by the Indian Master Atisa. They are the stages of the path that lead to enlightenment. Topics will also include how to set up a shrine and construct a mandala offering. 

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes before each class as we begin with prayers and a guided meditation at 10 AM. This will ensure that others are not disturbed by people entering the room late.

Please note that this is not a drop-in program, nor is it an introductory class. Each class builds on the knowledge from the previous class(es).To receive the most benefit, we recommend that you attend the series. Suggested prerequisites are the Discovering Buddhism courses, Presenting the Path, and Refuge in the 3 Jewels.  (Recordings of these modules are available on the website.)

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Discovering Buddhism Module 8 - Establishing a Daily Practice

The purpose of this course is to learn how to develop and maintain a daily meditation practice. This will enable participants to develop their potential and live with a peaceful mind. The series will begin with the 6 preliminary practices followed by learning how to structure your meditation sessions around the Lamrim. The Lamrim Meditations are a series of contemplations created by the Indian Master Atisa. They are the stages of the path that lead to enlightenment. Topics will also include how to set up a shrine and construct a mandala offering. 

We ask participants to please show up 10-15 minutes before each class as we begin with prayers and a guided meditation at 10 AM. This will ensure that others are not disturbed by people entering the room late.

Please note that this is not a drop-in program, nor is it an introductory class. Each class builds on the knowledge from the previous class(es).To receive the most benefit, we recommend that you attend the series. Suggested prerequisites are the Discovering Buddhism courses, Presenting the Path, and Refuge in the 3 Jewels.  (Recordings of these modules are available on the website.)

Learn more about the Discovering Buddhism Course from FPMT.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: In person at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax Va 22030

Suggested donations: $15/class for non-members and $10/class for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for the text and materials or if you have any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Prayers to Green Tara and the Praises to the 21 Taras

Tara is the embodiment of the holy actions of all Buddhas. By practicing Tara meditation, you can eliminate inner and outer obstacles to developing your mind's potential, create merit, and achieve success in attaining spiritual realizations. Each session will include prayers, visualization, mantra recitation, and a guided meditation.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.

Lamrim: Stages of the Path

On this day retreat participants will engage in meditation sessions that will focus on verses from Foundation of All Good Qualities. This prayer was composed by Je Tsongkhapa, revealing the stages of the path called Lamrim. There will be 4 guided meditations on select verses. Each session will include pointing out instructions, prayers, and guided meditations. After each session, there will be a short break.

We ask participants to show up 10-15 minutes before the start of the retreat as we begin on time and want to maintain a quiet environment.

Leader: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center 10875 Main St #108 Fairfax VA 22030

Contact: spc@guhysamaja.org for any questions

Suggested Donations: $30 for non-members and $20 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Prayers to Green Tara and the Praises to the 21 Taras

Tara is the embodiment of the holy actions of all Buddhas. By practicing Tara meditation, you can eliminate inner and outer obstacles to developing your mind's potential, create merit, and achieve success in attaining spiritual realizations. Each session will include prayers, visualization, mantra recitation, and a guided meditation.

Teacher: Venerable Lobsang Damchoe

Location: Online only via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83922027173?pwd=MWt6V28wL2tod1pMMUthWTMxMWt5Zz09
Meeting ID: 839 2202 7173
Passcode: 529090

Suggested Donations: $15 for non-members and $10 for members. No one is turned away due to a lack of funds. Donate online.

Contact spc@guhyasamaja.org for any questions.

Please check the calendar to confirm.